Human-wildlife conflict deepens food insecurity in Acholi sub-region
Local leaders argue that successful conservation must go hand in hand with protecting the livelihoods of people who live alongside wildlife.
How northern Uganda farmers have embraced Pfumvudza as a new ‘money-maker’ farming technique
Pfumvudza is about working smarter while building resilient livelihoods.
Adjumani communities urged to plant trees, restore environment
The district environment officer, Amadra Sabino, emphasised that climate change is no longer a distant threat, but a reality already being experienced by communities across the district and the country.
Africa’s eco-feminist group reimagines climate justice through healing and storytelling
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to 77% of the world’s energy-poor population, a share that grew during the COVID-19 pandemic as electrification efforts lost momentum.
Why developing countries want fossil fuel lobbyists shut out of COPs
Ali Adow, the founder of the Nairobi-based think tank, Power Shift Africa, describes the current COPs as an “embarrassment” where “open talks have become a place for backroom deals” for the fossil fuel lobbyists.
Communities denounce corporate capture of COP30, call for people-led climate solutions
Dr Rosalid Nkirote, the Executive Director, the ACCRCC urged COP30 delegates to prioritize people over profit, justice over corporate interests, and community voices over elite capture.
Poorly managed landfill angers Adjumani residents
Angelo Wajarasu, the defense secretary of Rusia East, described the situation as unbearable. “We no longer breathe fresh air. The place is filthy, and the stench is overwhelming.”
Slow Food Africa leaders’ meeting concludes in Nakuru, Kenya
Andrea Amato, Network Development Director at Slow Food International, introduced the structure of Slow Food International’s governance and the leadership framework of Slow Food Africa.
Lira women farmers find fortunes on the Okole shoreline
Since rainfall has become unpredictable, some farmers have gone to utilize wetlands for cultivation, while others continue to farm upland.
Why Africa must up its game on Climate Finance at COP29
COP29 has reaffirmed the global commitment to addressing the climate finance gap, but the extent to which these commitments benefit Africa’s most vulnerable communities remains uncertain.
East Africa energy cooperation moves to drive access across the region
Joseph Siror, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Power and Lighting (KPLC) said the East African countries should now move away from over dependency on hydro sources of energy.
Armed suspected poachers kill UWA ranger
Armed with guns, the poachers have killed Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) rangers. Many poachers, too, have been killed.
Fast maturing crops, plastic irrigation: Lira women’s answer to climate change
Susan Akullo, the chairperson Orit Community-based Monitors group in Agweng sub-county, Lira district, explained that with the simple irrigation technique, their families are assured of vegetable production throughout the year.