May 07
Uganda: How Flooding, Landslides Are Soaking and Submerging Economy
One of the most immediate economic impacts of flooding and landslides is the destruction of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities. Read more »
May 06
Uganda: Urgent Repairs for Karuma Bridge
Heavy rains have revealed a hidden threat on a vital Ugandan artery - the Karuma Bridge. Though no surface cracks were found, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) discovered… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda At Risk of Catastrophic Flooding As Kenya and Tanzania Struggle
The Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi has called on the government to provide an update to Ugandans regarding their preparedness to prevent a potential climatic catastrophe… Read more »
May 03
Uganda: Ugandans Overwhelmingly Feel Climate Change Impact, Report Finds
A new report by Twaweza reveals a stark reality: 86% of Ugandans acknowledge the impacts of climate change in their daily lives. The report highlights not only the consequences but… Read more »
April 25
Uganda: Paris Agreement Integrity At Risk As COP29 Nears
A successful COP29 hinges on reaching a new and ambitious climate finance agreement that satisfies the demands of developing countries. Read more »
April 17
Uganda: Strong Wind Leaves Kabale School Naked
KABALE | Nyabushabi Primary School in Kabale District is seeking urgent assistance after a strong wind blew off the roofing of a classroom block, leaving up to four classes looking… Read more »
April 12
Uganda: Floods Cut Off Kyabakuza-Sembabule Road
Residents along the Kyabakuza-Misanvu-Mateete-Kaliiro road are facing severe difficulties as the route remains impassable due to flooding, leaving them stranded without access to… Read more »
March 29
Uganda: Ugandan MP Calls for Women's Inclusion in Climate Change Policy
Ahead of World Environment Day, Ugandan Member of Parliament Christine Nakimwero Kaaya emphasizes the critical need for women's voices in climate policy-making. Her statement comes… Read more »
March 24
Uganda: Ugandans Urged to Prioritize Environmental Conservation Amidst Climate Change Crisis
The Third Deputy Prime Minister, Hajjat Lukia Nakadama Isanga, has called upon Ugandans to actively engage in reforestation efforts whenever trees are cut down for purposes such as… Read more »
March 21
Uganda: Government Launches Five-Year Collaborative Plan to Address Disaster Situations
In a joint effort, the Office of the Prime Minister and Compassion International have initiated a comprehensive five-year collaborative plan to tackle the various disaster… Read more »
December 08, 2023
Uganda: Environmentalists Raise Concern Over Threat to Lubigi Wetland
Environmentalists are sounding the alarm, warning that the road section along the entire Lubigi wetland is at risk of curving in due to excessive dumping. Read more »
Uganda: Psfu, Uganda Baati Sign MOU to Enhance Climate Resilience
A transformative memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been formalized between Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) and Uganda Baati Limited marking the commencement of the… Read more »
December 06, 2023
Uganda: The Double Danger of Heavy Rains, Bad Roads
If you have been on the internet lately, You have probably watched a video clip or two of not only flooding Kampala city and her suburbs but also many roads being cut off by… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Launches the Energy Transition Plan At COP28
In a resounding declaration of commitment to combating climate change, Uganda took center stage at COP28 in Dubai, revealing an ambitious Energy Transition Plan (ETP) crafted in… Read more »
Uganda: Civil Society Raps Govt Over Unmet Climate Pledges
As the spotlight intensifies on Uganda at COP 28 in Dubai, over 600 delegates from the nation face sharp criticism from Civil Society in the environmental arena. Read more »
December 05, 2023
Uganda: COP28 - Uganda Inks Deal for 105MW Solar Energy Plant
Uganda has made strides in achieving its renewable energy targets by signing a Memorandum of Understanding that will see a UAE company construct a 150MW solar energy plant in the… Read more »
Tanzania: Dozens Killed in Floods and Landslides
The death toll from flooding and landslides in northern Tanzania has risen to 63. Read more »
December 04, 2023
Africa: UK Commits £100 Million for Climate Resilience At COP28
In a landmark move, the United Kingdom has pledged £100 million to assist climate-vulnerable nations in their battle against the escalating effects of climate change. The… Read more »
December 01, 2023
Uganda: COP 28: Collaboration Crucial to Tackling the Climate Emergency
Government and business leaders from across the world will convene in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, between November, 30 and December,12 for COP 28, the latest "Conference of… Read more »
December 02, 2023
Africa: COP28 Climate 'Loss and Damage' Fund a Big Win for Uganda - WWF
The World Wildlife Fund(WWF) Uganda has welcomed the creation of a fund to help compensate countries struggling to cope with loss and damage caused by climate change during the… Read more »
November 30, 2023
Africa: ntegrating Climate Change Education Into School Curricula: Taking a Canadian Stance
Climate change is a global phenomenon that poses significant threats to the environment, ecosystems, and human societies. Read more »
November 29, 2023
Uganda: WWF Uganda Urges Govt On Commitments to Reduce Global Co2 Emissions Ahead of COP28
The World Wildlife Fund(WWF) Uganda has demanded that tangible commitments should be made on the urgent need to enhance Nationally Determined Contributions(NDCs) for increasing the… Read more »
November 13, 2023
Uganda: Family Farmers to Release Report On Climate Finance
On Tuesday, November 14, a new alliance representing over 35 million family farmers are publishing new analysis which shows that small scale producers get just 0.3% of… Read more »
November 15, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's Rising Disease Burden Linked to Climate Change
Environmental scientists have sounded the alarm, attributing Uganda's escalating disease burden to the impacts of climate change, citing man-made disruptions to fragile ecosystems… Read more »
October 26, 2023
Uganda: Suzuki, Toyota Score Lowest in Greenpeace Auto Rankings
Global carbon emissions need to decrease by at least 3% per year until 2030 to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 according to the International Energy Agency. Read more »