Uganda: KCCA Says Drainage Upgrades Easing Stormwater Flow As Kampala Traders Count Losses From Flash Flooding

The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has said ongoing infrastructure and drainage interventions are improving the city's ability to manage stormwater, even as heavy rains… Read more »

Uganda: UWA Begins Historic Return of Rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park After 43 Years

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has commenced the historic reintroduction of rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park, marking the return of the species to the landscape 43 years… Read more »

Uganda: Regional Auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda Conclude Ahead of National Finals

The search for Uganda's next climate ambassadors gained momentum this week with the successful conclusion of regional auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda, an… Read more »

Uganda: UNBS, UIA Strengthen Partnership to Support Uganda's Industrialisation Agenda

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) and the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at improving Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Fake NFA Officers Arrested in Highway Extortion Racket Targeting Charcoal Traders

A joint enforcement operation by the National Forestry Authority (NFA) has dismantled a criminal racket accused of staging illegal roadblocks and extorting millions of shillings… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Authorities Close Two Private Schools Over Poor Sanitation, Safety Concerns

Education authorities in Mukono District have closed two private schools following an inspection aimed at assessing the learning and living conditions of pupils at the start of the… Read more »

Uganda: Leaders, Residents Seek Support After Heavy Rains Damage Roads in Nshanjare

Leaders and residents of Nshanjare Town Council in Rubanda District are appealing to the government for urgent intervention to reopen and repair roads that were severely damaged by… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Residents Receive Dustbins in New Waste Management Initiative

Residents of Mukono Municipality have begun receiving dustbins under a new initiative aimed at improving waste management and promoting cleaner communities. Read more »

Uganda: Landslides in Rubanda Leave One Dead, Homes and Roads Destroyed

One person has been confirmed dead and several homes, gardens, and roads destroyed following devastating landslides triggered by heavy rains in Nshanjare Town Council, Rubanda… Read more »

Uganda: Activists Trek 560km From Karamoja to Kampala to Raise Awareness On Water and Climate Change

A team of environmental activists under the Walkers Association of Uganda has reached Mbale City as part of a 560-kilometre awareness walk from Moroto to Kampala, aimed at… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Flood Victims Threaten Demonstration Over Delayed Compensation

Traders affected by recent floods in Kampala have announced plans to stage a protest on the 25th of this month, accusing the government of failing to compensate them despite… Read more »

Africa: Africa Seeks to Turn Conservation Into a Sustainable Business

Leaders from government, conservation agencies, academia, and the private sector gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, for a landmark meeting aimed at exploring how conservation can become… Read more »

Uganda: Govt and Private Sector Unite to Accelerate Water and Sanitation Solutions in Uganda

The Ministry of Water and Environment, in partnership with development and private sector actors, has formalized a series of strategic agreements to accelerate progress in water,… Read more »

Uganda: World Wildlife Day 2026 - Celebrating the Plants That Heal Us

Every year on 3rd March, the world comes together to mark World Wildlife Day. It is a day to celebrate the beauty and importance of wild animals and plants. But more than that, it… Read more »

Uganda: Man Remanded Over Animal Cruelty in Mityana

- A 24-year-old man has been remanded to Mityana Government Prison after appearing in Grade One Magistrate's Court to answer charges of animal cruelty. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Warns of Floods, Landslides Ahead of March-May Rains

Government has warned of possible floods, landslides, disease outbreaks and infrastructure damage during the March-May rainy season, following a seasonal outlook indicating… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Reaffirms Commitment to Boost Tourism As Uganda Marks World Wildlife Day

The government of Uganda is in the final stages of implementing several flagship projects aimed at strengthening the country's tourism industry, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni… Read more »

Uganda: High Alert As Forecasts Warn of Floods, Landslides and Disease Outbreaks

The government has issued a high-level alert following the release of the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 seasonal forecast, warning of warmer-than-normal temperatures and significant… Read more »

Uganda: Ministry of Water Launches 9th Water and Environment Week in Moroto

The Ministry of Water and Environment has officially launched the 9th Water and Environment Week in Moroto, placing Karamoja at the center of national discussions on water access,… Read more »

Uganda: Gomba Farmers Adopt M-Cash System to Access Subsidised Inputs Under Climate Smart Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries has intensified efforts to support farmers under the Climate Smart Agriculture programme by easing access to essential… Read more »

Uganda: Meat Safety Concerns Rise As Lira City Abattoir Faces Poor Sanitation

Residents and leaders in Lira City have raised alarm over the deteriorating conditions at the city's main abattoir, citing poor hygiene, inadequate sanitation, and waste management… Read more »

Uganda: Ivory Trafficker Arrested With 154kg of Elephant Tusks

A joint operation by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force has led to the arrest of a suspected ivory trafficker and the recovery of 154 kilograms of raw… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Issues Weather Advisory to Help Farmers Navigate Seasonal Changes

Farmers across Uganda are leveraging a timely weather update from the Ministry of Water and Environment to plan agricultural activities as the country transitions from the dry… Read more »

Uganda: Cabinet Approves Elevation of Wildlife Reserves to National Parks

Cabinet has approved a proposal by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) to create additional national parks, marking a significant policy step aimed at… Read more »

Uganda: Authorities Raise Alarm As Wetland Coverage in Kitagwenda Drops

Wetland coverage in Kitagwenda District has declined from 78.4 percent to 76.6 percent, sparking concern among district leaders and environmental authorities. Read more »