Wetland encroachment

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…

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…