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Environment
12 June 2026, 2:01 pm
NEMA, security agencies evict wetland encroachers, retired lieutenant arrested
By Baker Okello The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Water and Environment, the Lira District Environment Office, and joint security agencies, has intensified enforcement operations against wetland encroachment in Barr subcounty, leading to the…
11 June 2026, 10:53 am
Fapad praised as Amolatar leader’s links tree planting to ending domestic…
By Sarah Ejang The community of Akwon Sub-County in Amolatar District gathered in large numbers on Wednesday to celebrate World Environment Day, lauding the Facilitation for Peace and Development (FAPAD) and district leadership for choosing their area to host the…
7 June 2026, 2:40 pm
KCCA intensifies Kampala clean-up as NEMA suspends wetland demolitions for one m…
By Okurmu Edwin Kisa In an effort to improve sanitation and cleanliness in Kampala City, the Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Hajjat Sharifah Buzeki, together with the Director of Public Health, Dr Sarah Zalwango, and other officials,…
2 June 2026, 9:30 am
NEMA intensifies wetland protection, stops illegal construction in Kajjansi
By Ronald Ssemagonja The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), in collaboration with the Department of Wetlands Management under the Ministry of Water and Environment and relevant local governments, has intensified efforts to safeguard wetlands across Uganda. During a joint inspection…
31 May 2026, 7:39 am
Lira District launches new council term with tree planting initiative
By Winnie Auma Lira District has marked the beginning of the new local government term with a memorial tree-planting exercise aimed at promoting environmental conservation and greening the district. The initiative, spearheaded by the District Natural Resources Department, saw councillors…
30 May 2026, 6:11 pm
KCCA, local leaders and partners intensify environmental conservation efforts
By Ronald Ssemagonja Various efforts have been made to educate the public on the importance of protecting the environment. Along Hoima Road, near the Kasubi Tombs, signposts remind people that cleanliness is key to maintaining a green and sustainable environment.…
28 May 2026, 5:27 pm
Alebtong leaders Launch Crackdown on Illegal Shea Tree Destruction
By Denish Ongora Security and community leaders in Alebtong District have intensified a major environmental protection operation targeting the illegal cutting of shea trees for charcoal production. The crackdown, that was launched in Amugu Sub-county, uncovered widespread destruction of shea…
23 May 2026, 9:28 pm
World Vision, Pader District promote FMNR for environmental restoration
World Vision sign in Ojile Village, Palwo Parish, Paiula Sub-county, at the home of one of the FMNR champion farmer
23 May 2026, 1:58 pm
NEMA moves to tighten chemical controls amid asbestos and oil concerns
Participants pose for a group photo after a two days engagement
22 May 2026, 8:49 pm
Pader targets five million trees in five-year restoration drive
By Geoffrey Okwong Pader District has set a target of planting five million trees over the next five years as part of efforts to restore degraded landscapes, improve livelihoods, and strengthen climate resilience through large-scale tree growing initiatives. Speaking during…