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Govt implored to intensify efforts in mitigating disasters

Benjamin Jumbe | November 30, 2022

Members of the civil society have implored the government to intensify efforts toward mitigation management and response to disasters. Speaking at a national dialogue on operationalization of contingency planning and funding in Uganda in Kampala, the executive director of the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), Julius Mukunda said the […]

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Govt approves plan to relocate people in disaster-prone areas

Reporter | September 13, 2022

By Benjamin Jumbe and Prossy Kisakye Cabinet has approved a plan to have all people in risky mountain slopes evacuated to safer areas. This has been revealed by the Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi following the recent disasters in Bugisu, Sebei and Rwenzori regions which have […]