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Environment
2 January 2026, 8:57 pm
Human activities threaten soil fertility in Pader, local leaders warn
By Golden Vicky Ayiro Local leaders in Pader District have raised concerns over human activities contributing to declining soil fertility, threatening agricultural productivity. Among the activities cited are bricklaying, commonly carried out between December and March, and large-scale tree cutting.…
31 December 2025, 2:11 pm
Declining tree cover leaves Agago villages exposed to destructive winds
By Freeman Canogura Local leaders in Agago District are raising concern over increasing destruction caused by strong winds, which they attribute to widespread loss of tree cover across the district. On December 10, 2025, a family in Pakor village, Parabongo…
31 December 2025, 9:39 am
Women and children bear the burden as water points dry across Agago
By Freeman Canogura Residents in several rural parts of Agago District are facing increasing difficulty accessing clean water as seasonal water sources dry up faster than expected, forcing women and children to walk longer distances in search of water. Across…
30 December 2025, 10:39 pm
Lango leaders call for action againts wetland degradation
By Winnie Auma Some local leaders in Lango have expressed concern about the high rate of wetland degradation in the area calling for arrest of victims. The LC3 chairperson of Ayami subcounty in Lira district, Thomas Obur said the environmental…
29 December 2025, 7:56 pm
Nasenyi swamp shrinks amid changing weather patterns
By Gerald Welikhe Communities living near swamps in several parts of eastern Uganda have long relied on these wetlands for income-generating activities. Traditionally, the waterlogged areas have supported crops such as rice and sweet potatoes, providing both food and a…
29 December 2025, 5:49 pm
Minister for Environment Condemns Bush Burning in Northern Uganda
The State Minister for Water and Environment, Hon. Beatrice Atim Anywar, has condemned the practice of bush burning, warning that it destroys soil nutrients and degrades the environment. Speaking during a visit to northern Uganda, particularly the Acholi sub-region, the…
29 December 2025, 16:26
Pader residents cautioned as bush burning looms in dry season
By Ekel Bonny Daniel As the dry season intensifies in Pader District, authorities are warning residents about the dangers of bush burning. Traditionally used to clear land for farming, hunting, or regenerating grazing fields, bush burning is expected to increase…
26 December 2025, 4:14 pm
Agago loses over 42,000 shea trees in 18 months
By Daniel Odong Nearly 100 shea nut trees are being felled across Agago District, raising concern among cultural and forestry leaders over the rapid destruction of one of northern Uganda’s most valuable and endangered tree species. Rwot Kasemiro Ongom, the…
23 December 2025, 7:08 pm
Congress Services Volunteers president calls for strong action to save Uganda’…
By Edwin Okurmu Kisa All Ugandans have been urged to strengthen efforts to protect the environment by avoiding activities that destroy it, such as cutting down trees, constructing buildings in wetlands, burning bushes, and related practices. The President General of…
23 December 2025, 9:54 am
Sweden visit opens doors for Uganda’s wetland management
By Ronald Ssemaginja The Independent Presidential Advisor on Trade and Investment and Chairman of Truxor Wetland Equipment Company in Uganda, Dr. Jim Tibuhaburwa, has highlighted the benefits of his recent official visit to Sweden, describing it as productive and significant…