New government figures show Uganda’s agriculture sector is entering 2026 on a high, delivering record export earnings, rising GDP contribution, and large-scale investments in irrigation, mechanisation, and disease control. With coffee, cocoa, dairy, and fisheries driving growth, agriculture is increasingly shaping Uganda’s path toward inclusive economic transformation.
Climate action is no longer a side issue in African politics. Uganda’s 2026 election reveals how environmental urgency is reshaping leadership choices across the continent.
The potential exit of global soy trading giants from Brazil’s Amazon Soy Moratorium is more than a regional policy shift. It is a global signal with direct consequences for Africa’s food systems, climate resilience, and forest protection efforts, underscoring how environmental decisions in one region can reshape economic and ecological outcomes across the continent.
Rising lake waters in Kenya’s Rift Valley have submerged homes, farms, and hotels, displacing thousands and exposing the growing economic and environmental risks of climate change across East Africa.
Across Africa, similar urban projects are facing scrutiny over wetland preservation and sustainability planning. Uganda’s approach with Hoima City Stadium reflects a broader trend of governments integrating climate resilience and ESG accountability into development frameworks.
