Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has announced that motorists will not be permitted to pass through Murchison Falls National Park after 7:00 pm. This regulation is part of the guidelines issued by the authority in preparation for heavy traffic diversion through the protected area to access …
Read More »Uganda makes progress in preparing for rewilding endangered white rhinoceros
ARUA, Uganda | Xinhua | Conservationists in Uganda are working to transform the Ajai Wildlife Reserve in the northwestern Ugandan district of Madi-Okollo into a home for the endangered white rhinoceros. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), a state conservation agency, is deploying both biological and manual efforts to restore the …
Read More »Uganda Wildlife Authority admits lack of due diligence in contracting firm
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Parliament sitting on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) have interrogated Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) officials regarding a loss of Shs180 million incurred in a contract related to the gorilla permit system. The inquiry was prompted by revelations …
Read More »UWA introduces 200 Kobs to Ajai wildlife reserve
Madi Okollo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has initiated the translocation of approximately 200 Uganda Kobs from Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve in Kikuube to Ajai Wildlife Reserve in Madi Okollo district. The translocation, which commenced on Friday afternoon, is part of habitat manipulation efforts in preparation …
Read More »UWA backtracks on plans to expand Ajai wildlife reserve
Madi Okollo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority-UWA has backtracked on plans to acquire additional land at Ajai Wildlife Reserve in Madi Okollo district to enable expansion of Rhino conservation, citing community resistance. In December 2022, UWA announced plans to acquire an additional 26.58 square kilometers of land on …
Read More »Uganda raises cost for gorilla tracking permits
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Wildlife Authority has raised the cost for gorilla trekking permits to USD 800 per person, up from presently USD 700 effective July 1, 2024. East African foreign residents will have to pay USD 700 per person, up from presently 600 US Dollars per person …
Read More »UWA rangers urged to embrace tech in battle with poachers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | While technology is playing a leading role in conserving endangered wildlife specie, Ugandan rangers are on the other hand reluctant or not interested in acquiring those skills. The lack of support by some of the development partners to fund technology-led initiatives has further aggravated …
Read More »UWA staff, UPDF soldiers attacked by Pokot warriors in Nakapiripirit
Nakapiripirit, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Suspected Pokot armed warriors have attacked the Uganda Wildlife Authority staff and the security forces in Nakapiripirit district. It is alleged that on Tuesday, the officers survived death narrowly after they were shot at in Lomuu hills within the Pian Upe game reserve in Kawach …
Read More »Wildlife raid in Karenga district, residents ask for permanent solutions
Karenga, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Residents of Karenga district have asked the government to provide them with a permanent solution to end the continuous destruction of crops by wildlife. According to the locals, they are spending nights in the garden guarding crops and protecting livestock from the wild animals all …
Read More »Enhanced security, drones dominate the sky at Queen Elizabeth National Park
Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has increased security measures in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This follows the death of a British and South African tourist couple, along with their guide, who were allegedly killed by suspected ADF rebels two weeks ago. The assailants also …
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