Tag: wetlands

Wetland Encroachers face up to 12 Years Imprisonment or a Fine of UGX 600 Million – NEMA

Dr. Akankwasa Barirega, the executive director, National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has…

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ADAM KAMULEGEYA: Why the Story of Lubigi Swamp is the Sad Story of Uganda!

Friends, this story is not on Lubigi Swamp per se, where NEMA…

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We are ready to revoke all wetland titles ,says Minister Cheptoris

In a move towards environmental conservation, Minister of Water and Environment Sam…

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Ugandan wetlands at risk: New study raises concerns about EACOP’s impact

A new study has heightened concerns about the potential impact of the…

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Pakwach: 21 arrested Over Wetland Encroachment

At least 21 people have been arrested in Pakwach district for encroaching…

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AHAMED LYAVALA: Food Security: Strict Adherence to The Presidential Directive on Wetland Management is The Way to Go

The current spike in prices of essential commodities including food has adversely…

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RAHIM LUBADDE: I have nowhere to go – the controversy on wetlands 

For a long time, the government of Uganda has trekked a narrative…

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Kagadi: Two Arrested over wetland encroachment

In a move to implement the Presidential directive on wetland protection, the…

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ALLAN BAMUHA: The Major Concern behind the Presidential Directive on Wetland Conservation

Wetlands are ecosystems that holds water either temporarily or permanently. Some wetlands…

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MPs want officials issuing titles in wetlands arrested

Legislators have called on the law enforcement authorities to consider arresting officers…

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Foreign investors to stay in Ugandan wetlands as locals are ordered to vacate

The Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development Hon. Matia Kasaija has…

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BABIRYE MILLY BABALANDA: Blood on the hands of environment encroachers

Last week, I concluded an assignment by H.E the President to distribute…

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