Voice of Lango
Environment
6 February 2026, 11:20 am
Otuke leaders warn against shea tree cutting, deforestation threat
By Oyugi Emmanuel Leaders of Otuke District have issued a stern warning to residents against cutting down shea nut trees for charcoal, citing serious environmental and climate consequences. The warning was delivered during a meeting of district and local leaders…
29 January 2026, 11:30 am
Otuke district fights wetland encroachment amid climate threats
By Denis Okello Otuke District continues to face challenges in removing people from wetlands as authorities intensify efforts to protect these vital ecosystems. Wetlands play a crucial role in controlling floods, retaining water, supporting biodiversity, and mitigating the effects of…
19 November 2025, 6:26 pm
Lira City Women Champion Eco-Friendly Brewing to Restore Okole Wetland
By Oyugi Emmanuel A group of 30 women in Ngetta and Ayago wards, Lira City East Division, who are involved in local brew production, have championed efforts to save the degrading Okole Wetland from pollutants caused by poor waste disposal.…
30 October 2025, 6:59 pm
Lira City boda-boda riders embrace eco-friendly electric motorcycles
By Oboke Michael and Odota Adubango Mourine An increasing number of boda-boda operators in Lira city is transitioning to electric motorcycles as part of the growing shift toward sustainable mobility. These motorcycles are mainly distributed on loan by Spiro, an…
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)…
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…
14 July 2025, 6:54 pm
Lira City, Energy Ministry partner to promote biogas use in schools
By Denish Ongora Lira City Council has partnered with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development to promote the adoption of biogas technology in schools as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to firewood. Lira City Environment Officer, Otika Leonard, revealed…
25 June 2025, 11:29 am
Four Companies Join Plastic Waste Management Efforts in Lira City
By Denish Ongora Four companies have expressed interest in managing plastic waste in Lira City, aiming to collect and recycle 40,000 tons of plastic annually. In the current financial year 2024/2025, Mukwano Group, Coca-Cola, and other partners have already collaborated…
11 June 2025, 4:59 pm
LC1s, LC2s accused of aiding wetland degradation in Kwania
By Joshua Olomo Kwania District Environment Officer, Jimmy Okweny, has accused some LC1 and LC2 chairpersons of abetting wetland degradation by accepting bribes from residents to allow cultivation in wetlands. Speaking at a community meeting held yesterday in Ongoceng parish,…
2 June 2025, 11:20 am
Alebtong district adopts mediation to address widespread wetland encroachment
By Denis Ongora The Office of the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) in Alebtong has initiated mediation efforts to address widespread wetland encroachment by local communities, a growing concern amid Uganda’s broader climate change and environmental challenges. Deputy RDC Mathias Lutwama…