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A living treasure

Bugoma Forest is more than trees it’s a living treasure. Yet today, its green canopy is being cut away for sugarcane plantations, timber harvesting, and charcoal burning. What was once a sanctuary for birds, wildlife, and fresh air is slowly disappearing. But Bugoma’s true value is far greater than what is taken from it. It …

Save Bugoma Forest. Protect Chimpanzees.

Bugoma Forest is under attack sugarcane expansion, illegal timber cutting, and charcoal burning are destroying one of Uganda’s last chimpanzee habitats. We call on institutions and authorities who know what is happening to act now. Silence allows the destruction to continue. Bugoma Forest is life for wildlife, for communities, for our planet. Protect it before …

ESTOA – ACBF MOU

Today marks a significant milestone in the ESTOA sustainable tourism and environmental conservation drive as we signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest (ACBF). This partnership aims to strengthen collaborative efforts in restoring and conserving the Bugoma Forest ecosystem. Under the MOU, ESTOA member hotels and tour companies will …

Save Bugoma Forest – Protect Our Wildlife

This image tells a painful truth: our chimpanzees, our forests, and our future are at risk. Bugoma Forest is being cleared for sugarcane plantations, leaving behind destruction where once there was life. Every tree cut is a home lost. Every cleared patch is a step closer to extinction for countless species. We must stand together …

Empowering Communities, Conserving Nature!

Empowering Communities, Conserving Nature! The Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest is proud to have successfully trained local community guides to lead eco-tourism experiences in Bugoma Forest! From guided nature walks to authentic community visits, these dedicated guides—who all come from the surrounding communities—are now champions of conservation and sustainability. Every step you take with …

Every 5 Acres Project – Growing a Greener Future

As part of the Every 5 Acres Project, the Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest is proud to involve every visitor to Bugoma Jungle Lodge in meaningful conservation. Every tourist who visits Bugoma Forest is invited to plant a tree, directly contributing to the restoration and protection of this vital ecosystem. Together, we are growing …

Run for Nature vibe is back! -5th Edition

This year we run under the topic: WE CAN STOP CLIMATE CHANGE Be part of the movement. Be part of the change. Save the Date-26th October 2025 at Rivonia Suites Kampala. Organized by Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest. See the full message in the flyer and don’t forget to share it widely. #RunForNature2025 #WeCanStopClimateChange …

Reforestation

The only strategy left to help and reduce climate changes in Uganda is reforestation. As ACBF, since Bugoma Forest is under threat for sugarcanes and timbers, we are planting trees in the buffer zones of Bugoma forest a private land, whenever you visit Bugoma, come at Bugoma Jungle Lodge to plant a tree for free. …

Collaboration for Conservation!

Today, we had a productive stakeholders meeting at Bugoma Primate Conservation Project headquarters, discussing ecotourism development in Bugoma Forest. Grateful for the engagement and positive vibes with participants from: Together, let’s promote sustainable tourism and conserve Bugoma Forest’s precious wildlife! In the picture is Mr. Costantino Uganda Jungle Lodges, Mr. Asiimwe Nazario (ACBF), Mr. Hamuson …