Ugandan Farmers Ask For Help as Mystery Disease Hits Bananas

A mystery disease has hit bananas in Uganda's western region and has spread to 11 districts. The disease, which agricultural experts have not defined, was first reported ast year but intensified in January 2020.

A bunch of bananas infected by the disease in Ntungamo District. Photo by

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