KCCA roots for environmental conservation in Kampala schools
Nakasero Primary School head teacher, Gerald Mijasi, emphasised the need for the Government to remain focused on environmental conservation, describing it as an immense source of income and sustainability worldwide.
NCBA Bank official, Martin Mwanje, with Nakasero P.S head teacher Gerlad Mijasi, planting a tree in the joint project between the bank and the school to mark World Environment Day on June 5. This was at the school premises on June 5 2026. (Photos by Silvano Kibuuka)
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Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has called upon all school administrators in the city to promote the culture of tree planting among learners in schools, saying this will protect the environment.
The KCCA landscape officer in charge of Kampala Central division, Charles Kazooba, highlighted the authority’s role in promoting environmental conservation through tree planting and afforestation programmes.
He noted that trees help reduce air pollution caused by human activities, provide habitats for birds and other wildlife, and enhance the beauty of the city.
“We welcome such small, dense and biodiverse micro-forests planted in both urban and rural areas. The one established at Nakasero Primary School is a commendable achievement, and the school deserves credit for providing the land,” Kazooba said.
The tree-planting exercise held at the school last week was part of the activities to mark World Environment Day. KCCA, Dentons Advocates and NCBA Bank supported the tree-planting initiative.
Nakasero Primary School head teacher, Gerald Mijasi, emphasised the need for the Government to remain focused on environmental conservation, describing it as an immense source of income and sustainability worldwide.
Mijasi said educating learners about environmental issues is one of the most effective ways to ensure the sustainability of conservation projects implemented in communities. He pledged that the school would make the best use of the trees planted on its land.
NCBA Bank officials with the Nakasero P.S community at the tree planting joint project between the bank and the school to mark World Environment Day on June 5. 
“Apart from providing shades, the trees will be used in learning programmes and will also provide fruits for the children. We will help pupils learn about ecosystems, conservation and tree protection, as we already have a school environmental club,” said Mijasi.
The head of Strategy and Sustainability at NCBA bank, Martin Mwanje, said the tree-planting project was aimed at creating a conducive learning environment for pupils while instilling environmental conservation values and skills among young people.
More than 100 trees were planted at Nakasero Primary School to mark World Environment Day 2026.