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Ongoing Projects by October 2024

Dear Members, The Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest (ACBF) is pleased to provide this update on our ongoing projects. Our initiatives aim to promote sustainable livelihoods, conserve the environment and protect endangered species. 1. Beekeeping Project 2. Sunnseeds Project 3. Chimp T-RAP Patrolling 4. Every 5 Acres Project Conclusion ACBF’s projects demonstrate significant progress, …

Discovering local communities

Our expert guides of ACBF accompanied clients from Bugoma Jungle Lodge on a community walk through the vibrant villages of Kyamujogo and Nyakafunjo, surrounding Bugoma Forest. As they strolled through the villages, our guides shared insights into the traditional ways of the community, showcasing their unique livelihood practices and timeless customs. A fascinating glimpse into …

Congratulations, Mr. Stuart Maniraguha

The Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest warmly congratulates you on your appointment as the acting executive director of the National Forestry Authority! Your dedication to conservation and expertise in forest management makes you an excellent fit for this role. We trust that your leadership will drive meaningful change and sustainable forest management practices in …

Ditch the sugarcane and embrace the sunseed flower!

As we strive to conserve Bugoma Forest, we recognize the importance of sustainable farming practices. Beekeeping with sunseed flowers offers a lucrative alternative to sugarcane farming, which can harm the environment. Sunseed flowers: The association farmers have a dopted growing sunseed flowers, Join us in promoting eco-friendly beekeeping practices and preserving Bugoma Forest for future …

“A milestone in our community development journey!

We’re proud to share that our chairperson, Costantino Tessarin has officially introduced to members a brand-new latrine construction in Kyamujogo community at St. Peter primary school, built in partnership with Bugoma Jungle Lodge. This sanitation facility is a testament to our commitment to improving the lives of our neighbors and promoting sustainable tourism practices. The …

New wave of deforestation

For the last few months, the patrol team of ACBF has been very busy trying to stop illegal transportation of charcoal produced from Bugoma central Forest Reserve. We estimate an illegal business of at least 15 full trucks of charcoal each weekend. Charcoal business alone in this moment contributes much to deforestation of Bugoma Forest. …

Save Bugoma Forest activists protest the issuance of the certificate of approval of the environmental and social impact assessment by NEMA to Hoima Sugar LTD

SAVE BUGOMA FOREST ACTIVISTS PROTEST THE ISSUANCE OF THE CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT BY NEMA TO HOIMA SUGAR LTD. 1. The undersigned civil society including: NGOs, environmental journalists, activists and members of the public under the umbrella body Save Bugoma Forest Campaign 2020 are protesting against National Environmental Management …

Press release: launch of Save Bugoma Forest Campaign 2020, “Forest Life Matters”

CSOS & TOURISM ACTORS CALL FOR AN END TO BUGOMA FOREST DESTRUCTION BY LAND GRABBERS, LAUNCH THE INITIATIVE “FOREST LIFE MATTERS” The civil society organizations (CSOs) and tourism associations listed below met today to launch the initiative “FOREST LIFE MATTERS”. The CSOs and associations are working under the coalition, Save Bugoma Forest Campaign 2020. The objective …