Stakeholders Convene to Align National Biodiversity Strategy with Global Biodiversity Framework
Jinja – Stakeholders from various relevant sectors converged for a pivotal meeting from September 3rd to 6th, 2023, to deliberate on a matter of immense significance—the alignment of Uganda’s Second National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP II) with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). This gathering marked a crucial step in ensuring that Uganda’s […]
Empowering Eco-Beauty Queens: NEMA trains Miss Tourism finalists on their role in environmental advocacy
The National Environment Management Authority division of Environment Education and Advocacy conducted a master class for finalists of the Miss Tourism beauty pageant; thereby unveiling a different dimension to the competition—one that highlights the intricate link between beauty, responsibility, and the environment. In a captivating session that left attendees motivated and inspired, the focus shifted […]
Revitalizing Biodiversity: Uganda’s Second National Biodiversity Strategic Action Plan (NBSAPII) Aligned with Global Framework
August 22, 2023 In a significant stride towards combatting the ongoing loss of biodiversity, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) convened a pivotal engagement with various stakeholders. The focus of this collaboration was to meticulously review and align the Second National Biodiversity Strategic Action Plan (NBSAPII) with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. This strategic alignment, […]
“Greening Agriculture”: Key stakeholders converge to harness trees on farms for Biodiversity conservation
July 19, 2023 – The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) actively participated in a Regional Knowledge Sharing workshop alongside key wildlife conservation stakeholders. The primary focus was to explore the roles and opportunities for farmers and District Local Governments in promoting biodiversity conservation. The workshop had several important objectives: first, to assess the status of […]
NEMA trains Resident District and City Commissioners in Environment Management
July 13, 2023 – The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has taken a significant step in promoting environment management by providing comprehensive training to Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) and Resident City Commissioners (RCCs) from selected districts in Central and Eastern Uganda. The training session, held in Jinja City, was attended by more than 40 commissioners. […]
NEMA Partners with ABSA Bank, NFA to restore Mabira Forest
July 1, 2023 – National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) partnered with ABSA Bank Uganda and the Kampala Has House Harriers to participate in the 80km Kampala-Jinja relay under the theme Run for the Environment. The relay saw over 25 teams, with specific athletes running for at least 10 KM before passing the baton to a […]