Story complied by Eric Kibalama and Ntabazi Raymond James With over two decades of experience, Nabugabo Updeal Joint Venture (NUJV) has grown to become the one of the oldest and most efficient private refuse collection and disposal company in Uganda, earning a reputation for its commitment to cleanliness, environmental health, and sustainable practices. Having started…
COURTESY PHOTO Considering COP29 the United Nations climate change conference to be held in Baku soon, visa and accommodation arrangements have been made to receive thousands of delegates while the thematic days to be covered during the conference are as follows. Recent preparatory activities include the country’s preparation for cop 29 that is scheduled for…
Refugees in Uganda’s Nakivale settlement are facing the dual challenges of displacement and the worsening impact of climate change. This sprawling camp, home to over 1.5 million refugees, is increasingly grappling with erratic weather patterns and dwindling natural resources, exacerbated by climate change and deforestation. Struggles Amidst Climate Change Enock Bidhoro, a refugee from the…
Asili Kwanza, founded by Isaac Ndyamuhaki, has been at the forefront of providing safe, affordable, and sustainable cooking solutions in Uganda. Since its inception in 2018, the company has made significant strides in promoting smart cooking through the production of improved charcoal briquettes and cookstoves. The briquettes, which emit significantly lower levels of harmful gases…
By Abdishakur Abdirahman Mohamud In an effort to tackle environmental crisis, the Ministry of Environment in Somalia issued a circular on February 1, 2024, declaring a nationwide ban on the importation, trade, and use of plastic bags, effective from June 30, 2024. This initial deadline was later extended by three months to September 30, 2024,…
Young Ugandans recently graduated from second cohort Fridays for Future Uganda’s Youth Climate Mentorship Program The goal of this program was to develop the next generation of climate leaders. It ended with a lively celebration honoring the participants’ dedication and accomplishments in a colorful graduation ceremony was held on 27th Saturday at Satellite hotel Kisasi….
Fridays for Future Uganda Team leader Hilda Flavia Nakabuye had no kind words to the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP), a proposed 1,443-kilometre heated pipeline that will transport oil from Hoima, Uganda, to the port of Tanga in Tanzania, where the oil will then be sold onwards to world markets. She said this…
Fridays for Future Uganda a youth-led and -organized global climate strike movement based in Uganda launched the Save Lake Victoria Campaign on Fridays 13th January 2024 at Gaba landing site. The campaign was launched by commissioning a post “TOSUULA KASASIRO MU MAZZI” meaning “ NO DUMPING IN THE LAKE”. The activists, equipped with gloves, garbage…
In a surprising move, Azerbaijan has been selected by the Eastern European group to host COP29, marking a significant decision amid conflict and geopolitical tensions. The choice came after Armenia dropped opposition as part of ongoing peace talks. This decision, delayed due to regional conflicts, was unexpected as Russia’s block on European Union members scuttled…
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the President of COP28, introduced the ground-breaking Global Cooling Pledge alongside other international climate leaders in a historic action during the summit. With this project, the group’s commitment to raising standards and reducing emissions associated with cooling systems has advanced significantly. The Global Cooling Pledge, unveiled under the banners of #UniteActDeliver…
