Govt to forcibly evict communities from lake shores, wetlands

Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Centre (UMC) in Nakasero Kampala on Tuesday (May 14, 2024), Cheptoris highlighted the anticipation of increased rainfall and water inflow from neighbouring countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Burundi.

Sam Cheptoris, the Minister of Water and Environment speaking during an address on issues concerning preservation of environment and the rising water levels at the Media Center on 14th May 2024. (Photo by Nicholas Oneal)

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Due to the rising water levels of Lake Victoria, the Government has issued a directive for all residents residing along the lake shores and in wetlands

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Govt to forcibly evict communities from lake shores, wetlands

Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Centre (UMC) in Nakasero Kampala on Tuesday (May 14, 2024), Cheptoris highlighted the anticipation of increased rainfall and water inflow from neighbouring countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Burundi.

Sam Cheptoris, the Minister of Water and Environment speaking during an address on issues concerning preservation of environment and the rising water levels at the Media Center on 14th May 2024. (Photo by Nicholas Oneal)

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