April 17
Uganda: Parliament Approves Merger of Wildlife Entities Uwa and Uwec
Parliament has approved the merger of the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC) with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). Read more »
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 »
April 08
Uganda: Kabale Launches Sanitation Week
The national Sanitation Week 2024 is being commemorated under the theme, "Sanitation and hygiene for all; a key to sustainable health living". Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Calls for the Reduction of Piped Water Costs to Worship Places
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has appealed to the management of the National Water & Sewage Corporation to reconsider reducing the costs of water supply… 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 12
Somalia: IGAD Mediates Somalia-Ethiopia Standoff
The standoff, rooted in historical grievances, territorial disputes, and geopolitical rivalries, poses a significant challenge to regional stability and threatens to undermine… 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 »
Uganda: Govt Pledges Clean Water for All Ugandans, Launches New Project in Kikwaya
Despite ongoing challenges with water access in some regions, Ugandan Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja reiterated the government's commitment to providing clean and safe water to all… 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 »
March 16
Uganda: Water Quality Still a Challenge in Uganda
Access to clean water remains a significant concern in Uganda, despite an increase in improved drinking water sources. Read more »
March 05
Africa: New Report Reveals Shocking Conditions of Wildlife Farms Globally
A new report by World Animal Protection has exposed the distressing realities of wildlife farming on a global scale. Read more »
February 20
Botswana: Uganda, Botswana Partnership to Produce Vaccine for Foot and Mouth Disease
Botswana Vaccine Institute is to help Uganda find a lasting solution to Foot and Mouth disease which has been a big challenge to the cattle industry in the country. Read more »
December 11, 2023
Africa: Homegrown Solutions Will Secure Water for Africa, Says Dr.Mugisha
Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha who is the president of the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWSA) has urged water supply and sanitation sector players in Africa to innovate… 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 »