Environment
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Lands ministry unveils physical plan for Kacheri Town Council
KOTIDO, September 24, 2025 — The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development [MLHUD] has unveiled the final draft of a comprehensive Land Use and Physical Development Plan for Kacheri Sub-county and…
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NARO, Japanese company sign deal to boost agricultural innovation and climate resilience
ENTEBBE, September 23, 2025 —The National Agricultural Research Organisation [ NARO ] has entered a landmark partnership with a Japanese partner Ac-Planta Inc., an agri-bio-venture company, to strengthen collaboration in agricultural research,…
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NARO empowers communities to turn shea fruits into wine and cosmetics in conservation drive
LIRA, September 23, 2025 – In a bid to protect the endangered shea tree and promote economic sustainability, the National Agricultural Research Organisation [NARO] has partnered with local communities in northern Uganda…
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A storm’s fury: Rubirizi locals face hunger, call for help
RUBIRIZI, September 22, 2025 – The skies have turned against the people of Magambo Subcounty in Rubirizi district. A recent hailstorm, a violent mix of heavy rain and fierce winds, has left…
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WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies enters into force
KAMPALA, September 20, 2025 — At a special General Council meeting held on September 15, 2025, World Trade Organisation [WTO] members celebrated the entry into force of the WTO Agreement on Fisheries…
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Over 40mln people threatened by acute hunger in Eastern Africa
KAMPALA, September 19, 2025 – At least 42 million people face high levels of acute food insecurity this year across six IGAD member states [Djibouti, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, the Sudan and…
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Construction of Shs 94bln water dam launched in Kotido to boost drought resilience
KOTIDO, September 16, 2025 — To improve water accessibility and resilience against droughts, the Ministry of Water and Environment [MWE] has officially commenced the construction of a massive three billion-litre dam at…
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Shadow minister criticises govt over pollution crisis in Lake Bunyonyi
KAMPALA, September 16, 2025 — Legislators have called for urgent and robust measures to protect Lake Bunyonyi, following growing concerns over pollution. The Shadow Minister for Water and Environment, Christine Kaaya, also…
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Climate change: Makerere researchers establish Living Labs in rural communities
KAMPALA, September 15, 2025 – Makerere University has stepped up its efforts to combat climate change by empowering rural communities to better understand and respond to the environmental challenges they face. As…
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Rainforest Alliance launches new regenerative agriculture certification
KAMPALA, September 12, 2025 — The Rainforest Alliance, an international non-profit focused on ensuring responsible commodity sourcing by companies, announced the introduction of its new Regenerative Agriculture Standard, a new certification aimed…
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