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Environment
20 September 2026, 10:03 am
KCCA holds Weyonje clean-up campaign in Bukoto
By Ronald Ssemagonja Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has continued with its weekly Weyonje clean-up campaign, with the latest exercise held in Bukoto, Nakawa Division, where residents were urged to take greater responsibility for keeping their surroundings clean. The KCCA…
18 September 2026, 5:01 pm
Third National Cleaning Day to be held in Hoima City
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja, has confirmed that the third National Cleaning Day will be held in Hoima City. Nabbanja urged Ugandans who will not be able to travel to Hoima to participate…
18 September 2026, 11:02 am
Alebtong communities rethink indigenous knowledge amid climate change
By Emmanuel Oyugi Alebtong communities are rethinking some of the indigenous knowledge they have long relied on to understand weather and environmental changes, as shifting climate patterns make traditional indicators less reliable. The issue emerged during the closure of the…
17 September 2026, 3:06 pm
Communities turn to forests in the fight against climate change
By Freeman Canogura In this episode of Lok Pa Lapur (Farmers’ Voice), the discussion explores how community-led forest management can help address climate change, protect biodiversity and conserve vital natural resources. The programme highlights how giving communities greater responsibility for…
17 September 2026, 2:28 pm
Biodiversity key to stronger ecosystems and resilient farming
By Freeman Canogura In this episode of Lok Pa Lapur (Farmers’ Voice), Agricultural and Livelihood Expert Thomas Oyo explains the importance of biodiversity and how different plants, animals, insects and microorganisms contribute to healthy and productive ecosystems. The session explores…
16 September 2026, 10:45 am
NGos support community participation on climate change and environmental manage…
Ali lukomo Non government organizations are having a big hand in engaging buyende communities and supporting them is different fields of environment, climate and day to day’s life style management. According to the one of the officials from CHAIN Uganda…
16 September 2026, 9:24 am
Ochero urges schools to use new curriculum for environmental protection
By Ronald Ssemagonja Environmental protection is an important part of education because it helps learners develop knowledge, practical skills, positive attitudes and responsible behaviour towards their surroundings. Dickens Ochero, an environmental protection advocate, has advised schools to use Uganda’s new…
11 September 2026, 7:30 am
Spina bifida victims tipped on environmental friendly living.
Ali lukomo In a one week engagement with the children with Spina bifida and hydrosiphorus held at st Theresa day and boarding primary school organized by Spina bifida and hydrosiphorus association of Uganda (SHAU), termed as youth independent wee k…
10 September 2026, 3:20 pm
Kampala’s waste crisis opens new opportunities for youth
By Byamukama Alozious Kampala’s growing waste problem is emerging as both an environmental threat and an opportunity for young people to create jobs and businesses. The city generates between 2,000 and 2,500 tonnes of solid waste every day, according to…
10 September 2026, 1:15 pm
Mubende Woman MP calls for climate change support for communities
By Annet Nakato The Mubende District Woman Member of Parliament, Nakazibwe Hope Grania, has called for increased government support for communities affected by climate change. Nakazibwe made the remarks while attending the orientation of members of Uganda’s 12th Parliament in…