Executive order 3 vs Climate collapse: Can northern Uganda be saved from its charcoal crisis?
At the heart of Uganda’s climate struggle lies a single, embattled policy tool: Executive Order No. 3 of 2023.
Tag: Charcoal
UPDF enforces president’s ban on charcoal trade in northern Uganda
In 2023, President Museveni issued a directive – banning charcoal production and trade in northern Uganda.
Army seizes charcoal and logs in Amuru and Zoka
The owners are charcoal dealers who travel all over Uganda to trade in the charcoal business.
Pakwach impounds over 500 bags of charcoal
Another notorious charcoal dealer was arrested and charged in court in February 2024.
Sun24 could potentially end the production of charcoal in Africa
Let’s put an end to the filthy production of charcoal in Africa, says Kevin McLean.
Energy alternatives mooted as attentions move to fight climate change
Alternative energy sources have been suggested but high costs of buying them remains a big concern for those mooting it, including the users who are poor.
Kilak South MP, Olanya arrested on allegation of inciting violence
Olanya commented that their action is direct and aligned with the presidential directives through ministry of environment on the ban of charcoal movement in the sub-region.