Opinion | Climate change is real, and Uganda has no plan
Climate change cannot be managed by press conferences, Presidential addresses and workshops in Kampala by experts and politicians.
Tag: Climate Change
Kitgum farmers fear loan defaults as drought affects maize fields
Lakica Janet, a resident of Mucwini sub-county, said her household is facing uncertainty after her husband borrowed money from a SACCO to finance maize production.
Amolatar residents urged to adopt energy-efficient cooking methods
The adoption of energy-efficient cooking methods and the protection of local forest cover could help combat the growing threats posed by climate change.
My view: Confronting Uganda’s flood crisis – a call to action
These floods have exposed the fragility of our infrastructure and highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive climate adaptation strategies
Kitgum Muslim community leads climate action with shs 1.5 million tree planting initiative
The tree planting initiative aligns with Uganda’s broader environmental policy and complements national and global climate change efforts
Why climate preparedness must include deaf and hard-of-hearing people
While COP29 saw renewed commitments towards the long standing $100 billion annual climate finance target, the main substantive outcome was the Baku Climate Unity Pact.
Opito Moses: Oyam South MP hopeful unveils ambitious plans for constituents
Opito urges youth in Lango, especially those from Oyam to rise up “because work is now here to improve our households.”
Lamwo: Palabek Gem sub-county embarks on tree planting to combat climate change
Wilfred Nyeko, the DRDIP Desk Officer for Lamwo District, urged the community to either brace for climate change or face its consequences.
Amolatar secures over $20k for climate smart agriculture project
Climate smart agriculture is a new form of farming aimed at improving productivity and incomes amid climate change surge.
World Bank’s historic $100b IDA21 replenishment to fight poverty and climate change
The World Bank Group has announced a record-breaking $100 billion financing package for the 21st replenishment cycle of the International Development Association (IDA21), marking the largest commitment in the fund’s history.
Why Africa must up its game on Climate Finance at COP29
For the climate advocates specifically those for community-centered, inclusive, and just climate finance frameworks, the key COP29 outcomes offer both opportunities and challenges in this regard.
InfoNile trains journalists in climate-smart agriculture reporting
Journalists were encouraged to generate story ideas about innovative agricultural practices and the effects of climate change on local farming communities.