Is Uganda prepared for looming charcoal crisis?

Charcoal burning is an activity many across the country are increasingly engaging in. But as the interest in charcoal increases, the wood needed for charcoal burning is getting scarce. In this special feature ERIASA MUKIIBI SSERUNJOGI tries to answer whether Uganda is prepared for the looming charcoal crisis. The series was published with funding from ACME’s […]

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Why Ugandans could miss out on oil jobs: Part I

Since it emerged that Uganda is endowed with oil deposits, expectations and excitement has been high, with many looking forward to employment in the sector. When Tullow, CNOOC and Total released a report stating that the oil and gas sector will generate thousands of jobs, the excitement was went a notch higher, considering the huge […]

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Bilharzia, the silent killer

Bilharzia is a water-borne disease that many take time to discover they suffer from it. Considered the most dangerous tropical disease, bilharzia is a silent killer. In this special report, DAVID RUPINY of Rainbow Radio explores the disease transmission, symptoms, treatment, disease burden, disease impact and attempts at control – particularly the attempt to eradicate […]

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Farmers embrace sustainable approaches to avert climate change

Farming in Uganda is a source of income for many, but few get the process right. In South Western Uganda, however, some farmers are getting it right as they seek to reduce environmental challenges that come with the economic activity. ADELLA ORISHABA of Radio West tells the story of farmers using approaches that mitigate climate change […]

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