The Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest (ACBF) strongly condemns the ongoing actions by MZ agencies who have uprooted the original boundary pillars placed by the National Forestry Authority (NFA) and replaced them inside the forest, deliberately attempting to shift the official boundary of Bugoma Forest. These pillars were placed to clearly mark the legal …
Despite directives and promises, destruction continues. Trees are being cut, habitats are being lost, and our natural heritage is under threat. As the Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest, we urgently call for the immediate clearing and proper marking of boundaries as directed by Judith Nabakooba. Clear boundaries are essential to stop encroachment and end …
As the Association for Conservation of Bugoma Forest, and other tourism stakeholders, we strongly support the ongoing crackdown against illegal deforestation in Bugoma. The law must be enforced, and those responsible must be held accountable. Our natural heritage cannot be sacrificed for short-term gain. Bugoma is not just a forest it is a home to …
A Tourism delegation, visited Bugoma Forest and found fresh destruction trees recently cut and piled for charcoal burning, contrary to the directive of Judith Nabakoba, Minister of Lands. We could not stay silent. The logs prepared for charcoal were destroyed before they could be burned and sold. https://www.facebook.com/reel/959204376645408 Bugoma is a tourism asset, a biodiversity …
ACBF invited a delegation of tourism business operators from Kikuube and Hoima, together with local leaders, inspected the boundaries of the Bugoma Forest Reserve. This inspection followed a statement made on Monday, 16th February, by the Minister of Lands, Judith Nabakoba, directing that no fresh clearing of Bugoma Forest should take place. However, during the …
There is no Merry Christmas for the chimpanzees of Bugoma Forest. All the mandated institutions are doing nothing to stop the ongoing deforestation.Join our appeal in the legacy of Jane Goodall.You can share the spirit of Christmas by contributing to the Association for the Conservation of Bugoma Forest [ACBF] through our GoFundMe link in the …
Costantino Tessarin launched an appeal to give visibility to the Bugoma Forest destruction. Please read and support now. APPEAL: “IN THE LEGACY OF JANE GOODALL, WE DEMAND AN IMMEDIATE AND UNCONDITIONAL END TO THE BUGOMA FOREST GENOCIDE” #InthenameofJaneGoodall #Bugoma4Tourism #chimpanzeetrekking #JaneGoodall
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 …
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 …
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 …
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