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AFRIYEA Golf Academy Nominated for the Prestigious 2025 Global Environmental Award

AFRIYEA Golf Academy, Uganda’s leading junior golf program, has been nominated for the 2025 Golf Environment Awards, competing as the only African organization in the International Golf category. AFRIYEA Golf Academy, a Ugandan-based junior golf development program with a mission of aligning golf with sustainability, has been shortlisted for the 2025 Golf Environment Awards (GEA) […]

National Development and Climate Resilience at the Forefront of Uganda Evaluation Conference 2024

The Eighth Uganda Evaluation Conference happening at the Uganda Management Institute, will focus on promoting accountable learning and innovative practices to advance national development and climate resilience. Organized by the Uganda Evaluation Association and the Office of the Prime Minister, the conference aims to inspire informed decision-making and effective evaluation strategies aligned with Uganda’s Vision […]

President Museveni Calls for Peaceful Vacating of Wetlands to Protect Environment

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urged wetland encroachers to vacate peacefully, emphasizing the government’s commitment to environmental protection. Addressing the nation on July 20th, 2024, President Museveni highlighted the necessity of preserving wetlands, which are crucial for rainfall and ecological balance. President Museveni addressing the nation on Saturday about wealth creation According to President Museveni, the […]

Diana Museveni Appointed Patron of Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Diana Museveni has been appointed as the new patron of Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, succeeding Janet Kataha Museveni. The announcement was made during World Chimpanzee Day, emphasizing Diana’s commitment to conservation and efforts to reverse chimpanzee population decline through public participation in habitat protection and anti-poaching measures. Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Conservation Trust has […]

NEMA Awards Stanbic Bank for Environmental Protection and Preservation

Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited has been recognized by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) for its proactive efforts to promote environmental protection and preservation through the adoption of innovative technologies and the implementation of afforestation initiatives during the National Sustainability Awards 2024 at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, held under the theme ‘Promoting Innovative Technologies for […]

Uganda and UNDP Discuss Climate Change and Sustainable Development

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a high-level meeting between Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs), John Mulimba, and UNDP Resident Representative Nwanne Vwede-Obahor. The discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and collaborative efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainable development in Uganda The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a high-level meeting […]

Uganda Launches Equator Green Belt Project to Combat Climate Change

Uganda’s Equator Green Belt Project, launched by NEMA and Uganda Martyrs University, aims to create a green corridor across nine districts. The project includes training residents in tree planting and environmental conservation. Zed Kasule, the mayor of Kayabwe town council, planting a tree during the launch of the initiative A project named the Equator Green […]

Uganda Intensifies Evictions to Protect Wetlands and Combat Climate Change

Uganda has intensified evictions of people encroaching on wetlands to protect these ecosystems and combat climate change. The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has begun demolishing structures in wetlands, starting with Lubigi Wetland in Wakiso. Uganda has intensified evictions of people encroaching on wetlands as the country strives to protect these specific ecosystems and reduce […]

Minister Anite Emphasizes Industrial Greening

The Minister of Investment and Privatization Hon Evelyn Anite has said that the government of Uganda is committed to ensure that industrial revolution is coupled with the Greening Project so that the hazardous industrial emissions can be safely absorbed during the launch of tree planting campaigns in Kampala Industrial and Business Park (KIBP) which is […]

Negotiating a Sustainable Future: Uganda joins Global Summit in Ottawa to Craft a Treaty to Combat Plastic Pollution

There was a gathering of negotiators from 175 countries in Ottawa to craft an international treaty addressing plastic pollution. Amidst the urgency of the crisis, tensions arise between radical environmentalists and practical industry concerns. The involvement of nations like Uganda underscores the global significance of the issue. Negotiators from approximately 175 countries gathered in the […]

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