PROTECTING UGANDA’S GREEN LUNG: NFA’S CLIMATE ACTION EFFORTS
The NFA has also developed a climate-resilient forestry policy, which outlines strategies for managing forests in the face of climate change
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UGANDA: POLICE DISPERSE PROTESTERS IN LUBIGI WITH TEAR GAS AND LIVE AMMUNITION
On June 17, police in Lubigi, Kampala, used tear gas and live ammunition to disperse crowds protesting against evictions by the National Environment Management Authority of Uganda (NEMA). The evictions are part of NEMA’s efforts to protect the country’s wetlands,…
REGREENING AFRICA: A COMPARATIVE LOOK AT UGANDA AND SAUDI ARABIA
Introduction Desertification, which affects around 45 percent of Africa’s land, is a growing concern with significant environmental and socio-economic impacts. The Regreening Africa initiative, spanning Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Niger, Rwanda, Senegal, and Somalia, aims to restore 5 million hectares…
HEART OF GOLD: FORMER TEXAS LONGHORN MPAGI JR. EMPOWERS HEART HEALTH IN UGANDA
Heart disease remains a significant health challenge in Uganda, with congenital heart disease being the most common congenital abnormality in children. Access to specialized care and resources is limited, making donations and support from organizations and individuals crucial for improving outcomes and saving lives.
GRACA MACHEL TRUST EMPOWERS WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS WITH SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGIES.
Empowering women in business is crucial for economic growth and development. According to the World Economic Forum, closing the gender gap could add $28 trillion to global GDP by 2025. In Uganda, women represent 54% of the labor force but face significant barriers in accessing capital, markets, and business networks. SMEs, the backbone of the Ugandan economy, particularly benefit from targeted support in sales and marketing to achieve sustainable growth and competitiveness.
ELEPHANTS USE NAMES TO CALL EACH OTHER: NEW STUDY LINKS TO CLIMATE ACTION
The discovery that elephants use individual names is more than a fascinating scientific breakthrough; it is a call to recognize the profound intelligence and social complexity of these animals.
CLIMATE CHANGE: IS IT TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE?
In Kenya, climate action is underway. The country aims to increase its renewable energy share to 100% by 2030, and has launched initiatives like the Lake Turkana Wind Power project, Africa's largest wind farm. Kenya's Green Bond program has also mobilized financing for green infrastructure.
KAMPALA CITY’S GREEN CRISIS: BUSINESSMAN HAMKIGGUNDU SLAMS KCCA OVER TREE DESTRUCTION
Speaking at the tree handover ceremony, Kiggundu stated, "This is our city, this is our country; we have to support its development and beautify our surroundings."
TWAWEZA REPORT: CLIMATE CRISIS HITS EAST AFRICA
Nairobi, Kenya – Twaweza East Africa’s Annual Report 2023 reveals the devastating impact of climate change in the region. Citizens in Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya are struggling with droughts, floods, and rising temperatures. “The climate crisis is a harsh reality…
