By Posiano Bwambale,
Negative Agricultural Management practices including, deforestation, wetland encroachment and rapid urbanization are among the major contributors of climate change in Kasese district.
Hon. Gideon Thembo Mujungu, the Member of Parliament for Busongora County south said the impact of climate change is evident in rising temperatures, prolonged drought, floods and mudslides.
Addressing Kilembe sub-county council yesterday during the budget conference where over Forty Million shillings was approved for the F/Y 2024-25, Hon. Mujungu attributed the poor road network to flooding, therefore calling upon the sub-county leadership to help government by enforcing maintance and tree planting. Hon. Mujungu speaking…
Hon.Scovia Kabugho, the female district woman councilor representing Kilembe and Nyakabingo sub-counties was fearful of hunger now that most crop gardens and wells were destroyed during heavy down pour. Hon. Scovia speaking…
It was also noted that women especially face great impact of climate change as they are often responsible for household food security and carry the great burden of water due to designated cultural roles. END.