Tag: National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

IS IT THE END OF THE BEGINNING OR THE BEGINNING OF THE END? The Order from Above Syndrome has Killed Uganda’s Institutions

In an equitable society, everyone should have equal access to these government institutions to allow equal competition but to also limit interference with these institutions.

GOMBA: 19-Year-Old Student Lynched over Cattle Theft

Crime

On April 9, 2024, nine individuals were arrested in connection with ongoing cattle thefts at a state farm in Gomba. This operation was initiated after five cows were reported missing on March 29, 2024, leading to an investigation that uncovered a network of cattle dealers and farm workers involved in the thefts. Among those arrested was a veterinary officer who allegedly conspired with the dealers.

Crime

Court Remands 21 Defiant Lubigi Wetland Evictees to Luzira...

At the beginning of October 2024, several evictees returned and started setting up camp-like settlements and makeshift structures, insisting not to leave the wetland till they are compensated, despite several warnings from NEMA.

National News

Police in Kampala Arrest Five Over Unauthorized Procession

Police have arrested five individuals for holding an unauthorized procession at Kitgum House along Jinja Road traffic lights.

National News

NEMA Pledges to Continuously Evict Wetland Encroachers

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has promised to evict more people who have continuously encroached on wetlands in Uganda.

National News

Ntoroko Leaders Turn to Government for Relief after Floods...

The Ntoroko residents from areas prone to floods had in the past requested the government of Uganda to relocate them to a small part of the neighboring Semuliki wildlife reserve; however, the discussion has not yet been fully concluded.

Politics

DP Pins NEMA over Kiteezi Disaster

Some Ugandan activists have taken issue on social media, especially on X, demanding that some leaders both political and technical at KCCA and NEMA resign and also be arrested for negligence of duty that led to the loss of lives and leaving some people homeless.

Religion

Initiate Special Livelihood and Housing Projects for Kiteezi Disaster...

The Uganda Police Force confirmed on August 18, 2024, that at least 35 people were reported dead, with over 28 still missing. The search is still taking place at the Kiteezi landfill collapse in Wakiso district.

National News

UPC Urges Gov’t to Train, Equip Rapid Response Teams...

UPC has urged the government to come up with a well-trained and equipped Rapid Response Unit with a good background to handle disasters of huge magnitude.

Crime