Members of Parliament have urged the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to consider enacting a policy requiring all large scale farmers to plant trees on a specified percentage of land. The legislators said the policy would stimulate efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change through tree planting. “If we do not
NFA Auctions Over 125 Impounded Bags of Charcoal
The National Forestry Authority has auctioned more than 125 bags of charcoal that were seized during a crackdown on commercial charcoal dealers in Moroto district. The crackdown followed President Yoweri Museveni’s ban on the charcoal business in Northern and Western Uganda as part of environmental protection efforts. Over the past two weeks, six truckloads of
5 Unusual Destinations to Explore in Uganda
Even though Uganda is a land locked country, it is known across the world as a rich destination with countless number of attractions of historical, natural and cultural importance. Uganda is boarded by Kenya in the east, South Sudan in the north, Democratic Republic of Cong in the west, Rwanda in the south western and
Uganda Baati, NFA Start Restoring Mubuku Forest Reserve
The National Forestry Authority-NFA has launched a drive to restore 10 hectares of Mubuku Central Forest Reserve in Kasese district. The campaign will be implemented jointly with Uganda Baati Limited. NFA signed an agreement with Uganda Baati in November 2022 to replant 40 hectares of indigenous trees across the country under the “Every Tree Counts”
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Experience Nature & Wildlife in Uganda
Among the few places in this world where nature and wildlife counts most, Uganda in Africa is one of them blessed with unique wildlife encounters that draw hundreds of visitors each year to the country for Uganda holidays. Within a day, you can experience mountain climbing, hiking, ancient rain forest exposure, stunning views, several islands,
Uganda Baati Partners With The NFA TO Plant 40 Hectares Of Trees
Uganda Baati Limited (UBL), a member of the Safal Group of Companies and Africa’s pioneer manufacturer of building solutions, has signed an MOU with the Government of Uganda’s National Forestry Authority (NFA) to replant 40 hectares of indigenous trees across the country to culminate to 10 hectares per region (Central, East, West and North). In
Uganda Baati Partners With The NFA to Plant 40 Hectares Of Trees, Under Every Tree Counts Campaign
Uganda Baati Partners With The NFA to Plant 40 Hectares Of Trees, Under Every Tree Counts Campaign
2022-11-03T06:26:10+00:00
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Uganda Baati Limited (UBL), a member of the Safal Group of Companies and Africa’s pioneer manufacturer of building solutions, has signed an MOU with the Government of Uganda’s National Forestry Authority (NFA) to replant 40 hectares of indigenous trees across the country to culminate to 10 hectares per region (Central, East, West and North). In
Kisoro Authorities Re-open Nyakabande Holding Center Over Influx of Congolese Refugees
Kisoro Authorities Re-open Nyakabande Holding Center Over Influx of Congolese Refugees
2022-10-25T12:34:45+00:00
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Kisoro authorities have opted to re-open the Nyakabande holding center following an influx of Congolese refugees fleeing fresh fighting in Rutshuru territory, North Kivu province. Fighting that had stopped for about two months, resumed on Thursday last week in Rangira and Shwema in the Jomba Groupement. Fighting also erupted in Ntamugenga Kanyabusore, Charwika, Bugina Mutovu in Bweza
Sustainable Gorilla Tourism in Uganda and Rwanda
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