Fridays For Future - Uganda

06/12/2024

Fossil fuels are driving the climate crisis, yet billions continue to fund this destruction. We stand firmly against harmful projects like EACOP and demand an immediate end to funding our devastation. It’s time to invest in a green, sustainable future for Uganda and the world.

05/12/2024

Together with the Black and Indigenous Liberation Movement, we are empowering youth to lead the charge on climate action. By equipping them with the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need, we are fostering a new generation of leaders committed to driving sustainable, equitable change for a brighter future.

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Uganda, like many nations, bears the brunt of climate change. Its agriculture-dependent economy is increasingly disrupted by droughts, floods, and erratic weather patterns that devastate livelihoods and deepen vulnerabilities. However, amidst these challenges, one critical gap stands out: the lack o...

04/12/2024

New UN figures highlight a growing crisis: 40% of the world’s land is degraded, and droughts have risen by 29% since 2000. This escalating threat puts agriculture, water security, and the livelihoods of 1.8 billion people at risk, especially in vulnerable regions. We cannot afford to wait. it’s time to act boldly to restore our land, combat climate change, and build a sustainable future for generations to come.

03/12/2024

Through climate education, we are shaping the next generation of climate warriors. Armed with knowledge and skills, youth are driving innovative solutions and paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.

02/12/2024

It’s heading to a month since brave activists peacefully protested against on November 11, 2024, and despite appearing in court twice, they remain unjustly detained. Justice delayed is justice denied. We demand their immediate release, protecting our planet should never come at the cost of freedom. Their fight for climate justice is our fight, and we stand in solidarity until they are free.

01/12/2024

We had an inspiring and energizing session with the brilliant students of St. Joseph’s Girls SS Nsambya. Their unwavering passion for addressing climate change and their steadfast commitment to sustainable practices are truly empowering. It’s evident that the next generation is ready to take the lead in creating a greener, more sustainable world.

29/11/2024

Take a moment and listen to this podcast hosted by David Miller and developed by the University of Toronto Press. It features compelling conversations with urban leaders shaping progressive policies to combat the climate crisis and limit global heating to 1.5 degrees.

Cities 1.5 is a podcast featuring progressive policy conversations with urban leaders taking action to limit global heating to 1.5 degrees. Hosted by David Miller and developed by University of Toronto Press, this podcast serves as a platform to discuss the most pressing policy and underlying

29/11/2024

Over 100 people missing, 15 dead and homesteads buried in the mud. Seven villages have been affected by the unforgiving slides. This tragedy in Bulambuli district re-ecos the urgent need for stronger climate adaptation measures and disaster preparedness to address the escalating risks of extreme weather fueled by the climate crisis.

28/11/2024

Flooding in Uganda is reaching alarming levels as heavy rains cause rivers to burst their banks, submerging homes, roads, and crops. This crisis, worsened by climate change, is displacing communities and devastating livelihoods. Immediate and bold action is needed to tackle the root causes, strengthen resilience, and protect vulnerable communities from the growing threat of floods. The time for urgent climate action is now before more lives are lost.