Wetland degradation

28 August 2026, 12:00 pm

Eight jailed, 11 on trial over wetland degradation in Lira District

By Walter Okello At least eight people have been jailed and 11 others are facing trial over their alleged involvement in wetland degradation in Lira District, as authorities intensify efforts to protect ecosystems that play a critical role in climate…

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,…