Agro ecology farmers call for a halt of dirty fossils in their localities during an intergenerational field learning mission July 2026. Compiled by Polycarp Omony NAPE/CGR “OUR LAND, OUR FUTURE” Grass root women organized under the grass root women led movement coordinated by National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) have […]
Climate change is changing the way farming is done, making agriculture more difficult because of unpredictable weather, droughts, floods, and declining soil fertility. To address these challenges, it is essential to equip young people with the education, practical skills, and confidence they need to adopt and promote sustainable farming practices […]
In a land Mark ruling by the Ugandan High Court, National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) has been approved as a Friend of court to provide expert information and evidence on cases of environmental rights abuse (deforestation and climate change) to protect environmental Rights, combat biodiversity loss and combat impacts […]
By Kureeba David and Joan Nanteza Community-led conservation is taking root in Rwabagoma, village, Kitenga sub-county Mubende district, where residents are restoring degraded wetlands and protecting remaining natural forests through practical, locally driven actions. The shift is being propelled by targeted support from the National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) […]
By David Kureeba Healthy forests and wetlands are the foundation of sustainable communities’ livelihoods. They provide clean water, support biodiversity, regulate local climates, and sustain livelihoods. Yet across Central Uganda, these important ecosystems continue to face growing pressure from deforestation, wetland encroachment, unsustainable agriculture and climate change. To inspire this […]
By Ainomugisha Shiba Climate change, environmental degradation, and displacement continue to pose significant challenges to both refugee and host communities in Uganda. These challenges have increased competition over natural resources, heightened the risk of disasters such as floods and droughts, and contributed to conflicts that disproportionately affect women and young […]
By Kureeba David and Joan Nanteza In the village of Kabweyakiza, the land was once a fertile but eventually became barren expanse, stripped of its vitality due to poor soil conservation. Crops withered and livestock struggled to find sustenance, the communities faced a dire future until they joined hands to […]
Compiled by Polycarp Omony The National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) is empowering women in Uganda’s Albertine region to adopt agroecology as a sustainable solution to growing food insecurity and livelihood challenges caused by the ongoing East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) and other Oil & Gas infrastructure Developments. Communities […]
by Ainomugisha Shiba Violent extremism is defined as willingness to use unlawful violence by others, to promote a political, ideological or religious goal. It has also been used interchangeably with “terrorism”. Violent extremism remains a critical challenge to peace, stability, and development in Uganda. Although the country has not experienced […]
By Betty Ninsiima On International Women’s Day 2026, NAPE celebrated the courage and leadership of incredible women on the frontlines defending their land, livelihoods and communities against EACOP. These women are greatly affected by the ongoing EACOP activities in the district of Kiboga, Kyankwanzi, Hoima, Kikuube and Mubende where during […]