The long journey back to the wild: The return of Przewalski’s horses
In 2001, 27 Przewalski’s horses were released directly into the Kalamaili Nature Reserve in the Junggar Basin.
Category: Wildlife News
Uganda Wildlife Authority moves to drive elephants away
Uganda Wildlife Authority officers have been deployed in Lamwo district and neighbouring areas to drive the elephants back towards the Kidepo Valley National Park.
Government seeks shs667billion loan to pave roads leading to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
The Ugandan government is seeking parliamentary approval to borrow up to shs667 billion from Citi Bank to upgrade two key roads serving Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one of the country’s leading tourist destinations.
Over 200 elephants force Lamwo families from homes
More than 200 elephants have forced residents of four villages in Lamwo district to flee their homes and seek refuge at a local primary school.
Elephant attacks raise alarm as Kitgum, Agago communities face growing danger
Fresh concerns over human-wildlife conflict have emerged in northern Uganda after an elephant on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, injured a resident in Kitgum district.
Agago seeks urgent wildlife protection as UWA cites funding delays
In Agago district, Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has told a group of residents in Agago that compensation for affected residents depends on the availability of funds and an electric fence will not be installed within the 72 hours requested.
Elephant invasions leave Lamwo farmers counting losses
Community leaders are now calling for long-term solutions, including strengthened wildlife barriers, rapid response teams and early warning systems.
PM Nabbanja orders Bugoma forest intruders to vacate as UWA takes over management
Retired Col Tom Butime, the state minister of tourism asked that all the encroachers whether big or small must leave the forest since it is now under the management of UWA.
Elephants exploit gaps in the electric fence to invade Buliisa farmers’ land
Wilson Kagoro, the Chief Game Warden at Murchison/Kabalega Falls National Park (MFNP), says UWA remains committed to providing long-lasting solutions to the ongoing challenges facing communities.
How a forgotten 1982 study in Kenya can help save Uganda’s wildlife habitats
In Uganda, the Faculty of Forestry and the wildlife authorities rarely collaborate on vegetation history. This must change.
Masindi: 2 dies, 11 injured in Chimpanzee attacks on locals
Julius Birija, the baby’s father, said he was informed about the incident while at work, noting that the baby died while being rushed to the clinic for treatment.
UWA introduces Rhinos to the Kidepo Valley National Game Park
Kidepo valley national park is located in Karamoja and boarders South Sudan and Kenya.