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17 September 2025, 11:17 am
Environmental specialist calls for collective action against environmental degra…
By Ronald Ssemagonja The environmental specialist, Kawooya Ivan, has today, during a media briefing in Kampala, called upon the public to actively participate in the fight against environmental degradation, noting that it poses a serious threat to ecosystems and human…
12 September 2025, 1:54 pm
Population pressure fuels wetland encroachment in Abongomola, Kwania district
By Joshua Olomo Rising population pressure in Abongomola subcounty, Kwania district, is driving increased encroachment on wetlands, prompting local leaders to intensify calls for environmental protection and compliance with national laws. According to Hendy Ogwang, the Community Development Officer (CDO)…
3 September 2025, 5:03 pm
How culture and cost shape Ugandan women’s use of firewood and charcoal
By Regina Nassanga Abakyala Tweyogerere Radio ProgrammeThe radio programme airs every Thursday | 🕐 1:15 pm – 3:00 pm. In this conversation, we explore why women’s use of firewood and charcoal in Uganda is an important environmental and social issue.…
19 August 2025, 5:25 pm
TEPU aligns biodiversity conservation with climate change mitigation
By Joyce Adokorach TotalEnergies EP Uganda is stepping up efforts to conserve biodiversity in the Tilenga project area—initiatives that also support Uganda’s climate change mitigation goals. Through forest corridor restoration, removal of invasive species, and wildlife protection, the company is…
15 August 2025, 11:17 am
Queen Lily launches kids gardening initiative to inspire young minds
By Byamukama Alozious In an effort to promote environmental sustainability and healthy living in Uganda, Queen Lily Qiana Quinnz, one of the queens in Little Miss Uganda, has launched her “Kids Gardening Global Initiative” at Stoneridge School in Kira Municipality.…
30 July 2025, 1:46 pm
Acholi leaders urge tree planting to combat climate change
By Okello Gift Acholi cultural leaders are urging communities to intensify tree-planting efforts to combat widespread deforestation and environmental degradation in the region. Speaking to our reporter on Tuesday, Rwot Kasimiro Ongom of the Patongo clan in Agago District noted…
24 July 2025, 7:50 pm
Government urged to fund women-led environmental conservation initiatives
The government has been urged to allocate funds to women-led organisations that promote environmental conservation, to help educate Ugandans on how they can protect the environment. This appeal was made by Sarah Kezia Nambalirwa from Women for Climate Change during…
22 July 2025, 4:02 pm
Pader Environmental Officer urges tree planting to combat climate change
Okello Gift PADER, UGANDA — Janet Cathy Aciro, the Pader District Environmental Officer, has urged the community to intensify tree planting efforts to help mitigate the increasing effects of climate change in the region. Her remarks came on Thursday during…
22 July 2025, 3:31 pm
Pader authorities launch campaign to combat wetland encroachment
By Okello Gift Residents of Pader District have been warned against illegal encroachment on wetlands, with local authorities cautioning that violators will face legal consequences. Martine Okello, the District Forestry Officer, told our reporter on Friday morning that an increasing…
22 July 2025, 1:25 pm
Community-based initiative launched to tackle pollution on Lake Kwania
By Olomo Joshua The Ministry of Water and Environment has appointed local leadership teams to oversee the wellbeing of landing sites along Lake Kwania, focusing on promoting hygiene and sanitation, improving public health among fishing communities, and combating the use…