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Uganda, African states agree on new ways to fight illicit wildlife trade

Customs has implemented measures to fight the smuggling of wildlife among which is the National Inter-Agency taskforce comprised of customs officers, law enforcement organizations, and other governmental organizations like Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).

Illegal wildlife trade continues to threaten the existence of endangered species as the global demand for wildlife products increases.
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

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Illegal wildlife trade continues to threaten the existence of endangered species as the global demand for wildlife products increases.

Uganda loses more than sh2 billion annually to poaching.

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Tourism
Illicit wildlife trade
Poaching
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Dr. Geoffrey Okaka
UWA