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15 November 2025, 11:13 pm
KCCA lauds city cleaners, urges public to maintain proper hygiene
By Richard Musaazi Officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) have highly praised the city cleaners, saying they are doing commendable work to protect public health and maintain cleanliness in Kampala. KCCA’s Executive Director, Hajjat Sharifa Buzeki, made the…
15 November 2025, 10:33 am
NEMA cracks down on environmental offenders
By Ronald Ssemagonja The National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) this week conducted operations in different parts of the country to prevent the nation from suffering the worst impacts of climate change. According to a statement by the Head of Corporate…
13 November 2025, 8:05 pm
Over 1 million tree species planted as HOCADEO steps up environmental conservati…
By Joseph Kato In a major push for environmental conservation, Hoima Caritas Development Organisation (HOCADEO) a non-governmental organisation, has planted a total of 1,140,000 tree species across Kibaale district. Through the Restore Africa Program funded by Climate Asset Management and…
12 November 2025, 10:31 am
Public urged to engage in environmental conservation
By Ronald Ssemagonja Climate change refers to long term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. While such changes can occur naturally due to variations in solar activity or large volcanic eruptions, research indicates that since the 1800s, human activities have…
8 November 2025, 2:44 pm
Kampala Archdiocese youth apostolate run promotes environmental conservation
By Edwin Okurmu Kisa Representing the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja, the Minister for Kampala Capital City Authority and Metropolitan Affairs, Hajat Minsa Kabanda, this morning flagged off the Kampala Archdiocese Youth Apostolate Run at St. Joseph Catholic Church…
4 November 2025, 11:34 am
Protect our wetlands! Gulu mayor calls for action
By Okello Gift The Mayor of Gulu City, Alfred Okwonga, has called on residents to stop encroaching on wetlands and to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Speaking to our reporter, Okwonga urged people to avoid farming or settling in…
3 November 2025, 12:13 pm
Heavy rains leave 31 dead as Uganda faces worsening flood crisis
By Byamukama Alozious Authorities in Kampala have issued fresh alerts and stepped up flood preparedness measures as heavy rains continue to batter parts of the country, leaving at least 31 people dead and hundreds displaced. The move follows days of…
31 October 2025, 10:34 pm
Poor plastic waste disposal impacts 90% of environment in Pader
By Ayiro Golden Vicky Plastic waste mismanagement continues to pose a serious environmental challenge in Pader District, with about 90% of residents contributing to the problem through the use and poor disposal of plastic bags, locally known as kavera. The…
31 October 2025, 19:46
When Screens Become Poachers’ Tools
By Lakomekec Kinyera “The Click That Kills: Uganda Faces a Growing Online Wildlife Threat Before Any Formal Case Is Recorded“ In Uganda, the forest is no longer the only hunting ground. Wildlife traffickers have moved online, exploiting social media and…
31 October 2025, 6:32 pm
Hon. Santa Okot to involve youth in tree planting drive in Aruu North
By Geoffrey Okwong Hon. Santa Okot, the Member of Parliament for Aruu North Constituency in Pader District has announced plans to involve the youth in a major tree-planting exercise scheduled for next year. Speaking to our reporter recently, Hon. Okot…