Residents Urged to Fight Plastic Pollution Ahead of World Environment Day
Lucky As Uganda joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day on June 5, environmentalists are calling on communities to take decisive action against plastic pollution, which continues to pose a major threat to the environment. The Executive Director of Natural Resources Defense Initiatives (NRDI), Edgar Muganzi, has urged residents across […]
Continue ReadingStakeholders Rally to Protect River Mpanga Amid Growing Climate Change Threats
By Lucky A renewed call to protect the vital waters of River Mpanga has been sounded in Fort Portal, as stakeholders from across the region gathered for a two-day training focused on safeguarding the Mpanga catchment. Held at Fort Breeze Hotel, the training brought together a diverse group of participants religious and cultural leaders, environmental […]
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Community Relief as Stray Elephant Relocated from Kamwenge
EDITORIAL Residents of Kamwenge District can finally breathe a sigh of relief after a stray elephant that had terrorized communities for months was safely captured and relocated to Kibale National Park. The Uganda Wildlife Authority confirmed the operation in a statement shared on its X platform, calling it a major milestone for both community […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Rallies to Save River Mpanga as Environmental Concerns Grow
Clare N Concern is rising among stakeholders in Fort Portal over the continued encroachment and degradation of River Mpanga,a vital water source that supports millions of livelihoods. These concerns took center stage yesterday during the annual “Save River Mpanga” marathon, held to mark the close of Water and Environment Week. The event, organized by the […]
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NRDI Warns Rwenzori Residents to Heed Weather Alerts and Protect the EnvironmentNRDI Warns Rwenzori Residents to Heed Weather Alerts and Protect the Environment
by lucky Patrick Residents in the Rwenzori region have been urged to take weather warnings seriously and adopt environmental conservation practices to reduce the risk of disasters such as floods and landslides. The call was made by the Executive Director of the National Resources Defense Initiatives (NRDI), Edger Muganzi, who warned that the Rwenzori region […]
Continue ReadingCrown Beverages Launches PET Collection Centre in Fort Portal
By Reagan Musinguzi Crown Beverages Limited has launched a PET plastic collection centre in Fort Portal as part of efforts to strengthen plastic waste management and promote environmental sustainability. The facility, located in Kitumba, was established in partnership with WastePays through its recycling arm, Ecoplastile. The initiative aims to improve the collection and recycling of […]
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From Floods to Desertification, Ugandans Called to Safeguard the Environment
Editorial The State Minister for Public Service, Mary Grace Mugasa, has urged Ugandans to take personal responsibility in protecting the environment, warning that continued neglect could worsen natural disasters such as global warming, floods, and soil erosion. She made the remarks while addressing Christians at St. Charles Lwanga Kahunde Catholic Parish in Kyanaisoke Sub-County, Kagadi […]
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Muhanga Unveils Green Vision, Pledges 2,000 Trees on Swearing-In Day
By lucky P The Mayor-elect of Fort Portal City, Rev. Willy Kintu Muhanga, has unveiled an ambitious environmental and unity-driven agenda, pledging to plant at least 2,000 trees on his swearing-in day as a bold step toward environmental conservation and tourism promotion. Speaking during his first meeting with the steering committee following his election victory […]
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Kabarole: Farmers Trained on New Guidelines to Protect River Mpanga
lUCKY P Farmers operating along River Mpanga in Karagura and Busoro sub-counties, Kabarole District, have been urged to follow new environmental guidelines aimed at safeguarding the river and its catchment area. The training, organized by the Ministry of Water and Environment under the Albert Water Management Zone, focused on proper land-use practices along riverbanks. […]
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Indigenous Seeds Prove a Lifeline for Tooro Farmers Amid Changing Climate
Clare N As climate patterns continue to shift across the Tooro Sub-region, agricultural experts are increasingly encouraging farmers to return to indigenous seed varieties, plants that have survived generations and adapted naturally to the deep, fertile soils of Tooro. For one small-scale farmer in Kabarole District, this is not just advice but a lived experience […]
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