Press Statement

Impacts of Land-Based Investments in the East African Community

The Case for Gender Responsible Investment Policies for the East Africa Community. Women, despite constituting over 60 percent of the East African Community (EAC) population are still marginalised especially in the sectors of investment . Generally, the current attitudes and approaches in the economic development process and specifically, the existing investment related policies, laws and agreements have served to marginalize women and undermine the agenda of gender equity within the EAC region. While measures have been taken by Partner States to address the imbalances meted out on the female gender throughout human history, more work still needs to be done on...

Press Statement: Uganda – Urgent call to action to address resurging climate crisis

As we join the world to celebrate the World Environment Day 2023, it is essential that we reflect on the state of Uganda's environment and address the urgent need for immediate action. The world is facing unprecedented environmental challenges, including climate change, deforestation, plastic pollution, and habitat loss, which have far-reaching consequences on our planet and human well-being. Unfortunately, in the past few months, Uganda experienced heavy rainfall, causing flash floods that not only destroyed human settlements but also led to the destruction of property, displacement of thousands of people, and, unfortunately, loss of precious lives. The aftermath of the floods...

Impacts of Land-Based Investments in the East African Community

Press Statement: Uganda – Urgent call to action to address resurging climate crisis

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