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Topic : Environmental Protection and Sustainability “ The role of grassroots communities in environmental protection” Stream live from 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Today

“There is no creature that is more destructive to the environment than a man” this was mentioned by a community person, he called for collaborations When community people dialogue with their leaders, they mutually understand themselves on their roles to protect the environment.

Yesterday we had an amazing engagement that brought together 20 community leaders from different villages to discuss the role of communities in environmental protection and sustainability in the face of the escalating climate crisis.

"The role of local communities in environmental protection." Yesterday’s radio talk shows on Kazi Njema highlighted how grassroots efforts are key to preserving our environment. We are committed on empowering the communities on their roles in the protection of environment.

Our programs director Ongyeer Emmanuel (He/Him/His) well represented on the roles of community youth in environmental protection and sustainability supported by Defenders Protection & Oil Refinery Residents Association (ORRA) on radio talkshow hosted by Kazi-Njema News in oil host communities of albertine region particulary hoima.

Standing strong for climate justice and human rights! Fridays For Future Uganda Nature Talk Africa (NaTA) and Oil Refinery Residents Association (ORRA) joined forces to empower oil project-affected communities. Together, we rise. ✊🏾 #ClimateJustice #HumanRights

Last wk Oil Refinery Residents Association (ORRA) Fridays For Future Uganda & Nature Talk Africa (NaTA) conducted a joint community engagement “Promoting climate justice in #EACOP host communities”——consultative interactions. Participants were encouraged to use legal means to demand for their rights & climate justice. #stopEACOP

Resist, Reclaim & Rebuild: REpower Afrika for Energy Democracy & Liberation. 350africa.org/resist-reclaim… Debt-financed renewable energy projects do not serve the content nor its people; they serve the profiteers. Read more in the article above 👆🏻 #Powertothepeople #REpowerAfrika

“More efforts are needed to empower more women to further the fight for environmental conservation.” Ms Rachael Tugume, a community human rights monitor. kazi-njemanews.com/youths-urged-t…

“Though the grassroot youth have limited influence on policy changes & prevention of degradation of forests like Bugoma, we can still use the advantage of accessing social media to expose some elements of degradation.”Ongyeer Emmanuel (He/Him/His) said. kazi-njemanews.com/youths-urged-t…

This #LabourDay, we celebrate the unwavering efforts of women and youth in grassroots communities. As the climate crisis deepens, they stand on the frontlines—cultivating resilience, leading adaptation, and championing environmental justice. Their work is climate action. 🌍✊🏽

📗Uganda's Energy Transition Plan: Is it a gem, or stumbling block? 👓AFIEGO has reviewed the plan & through the cards below, we summarise key targets in the plan. 🔎We also offer a critique of the plan & make recommendations to address weaknesses in the plan. See 📸👇

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In 2008, two massive oil spills, caused by poorly maintained Shell pipelines, devastated the lands of the Bodo community in Nigeria. On Thurs 8 May, the Bodo community is taking its case to court in the UK in order to force a clean-up of the pollution. amnesty.org/en/latest/news…

🎋PLANTING HOPE 👩‍🦱Fearful of the EACOP project risks to forests, women that live near Wambabya forest in Hoima have started up a nursery bed enterprise. 🌴They hope to contribute to afforestation efforts, while improving women's livelihoods. National Forestry Authority-Uganda

"Bridge the consumer protection gap in the green economy" Government of Uganda should enact the consumer protection law to safeguard farmers, consumers of solar products from substandard products, inflated pricing, and others Read more:monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/le…

“Tilenga oil pipeline arouses new compensation issues in Hoima” It is alleged that whenever it rains, some officials visit the affected areas taking some photos but they do not speak to the affected persons kazi-njemanews.com/tilenga-oil-pi…

We engaged communities directly affected by oil projects, amplifying their voices and raising awareness on climate justice. Promoting equity, sustainability, and resilience remains central to our advocacy for those on the frontlines of environmental change. #ClimateJustice