We are committed to ensuring sustainable management of Uganda's water and environment resources for the benefit of present and future generations. Our mission is to promote and ensure the rational and sustainable utilization of water and environment resources for socio-economic development.
Our Mission Statement:
To promote efficient and effective utilization of water and environment resources for a healthy, wealthy and climate resilient population
Vision Statement:
Transformed Ugandan Society with environment and natural resources sustainably managed.
Minister of Water & Environment
Minister of State for Environment
Minister of State for Water
Minister of Water & Environment
Minister of State for Environment
Minister of State for Water
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Limnology of L. Victoria The Integrated Water Quality/Limnology Study for Lake Victoria is a consultancy contract between the Lake Victoria Environment Management Project (LVEMP) and COWI Consulting Engineers and Planners AS, in association with DHI Water and Environment. The contract was signed on 23 June 2000 in Nairobi, and is financed by credits from the International Development Association (IDA) and grants from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to the three countries, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. Synthesis Report of LVEMP Lake Victoria is an international waterbody that offers the riparian communities a large number of extremely important environmental services. Over the past four decades or so, the lake has come under increasing and considerable pressure from a variety of interlinked human activities such as overfishing, species introductions, industrial pollution, eutrophication, and sedimentation. The lake provides various resources to its riparian
The project is funded by the Adaptation Fund through the Sahara and Sahel Observatory. The overall objective of the project is to increase the resilience of smallholder farmers and pastoralists to climate change risks mainly those related to drought, through the establishment of appropriate early warning systems and implementation of drought adaptation actions in the IGAD region. The project targets to consolidate synergies and adopt innovative and resilient drought management actions from selected IGAD region countries including Djibouti, Kenya, Sudan and Uganda. More specifically, this project is intended to strengthen the drought resilience of smallholder farmers and pastoralists by: Developing and promoting regional investments in early drought warning systems (EWS) and improving the existing ones. Strengthening and improving the capacity of key stakeholders in drought risk management at regional, national and local levels. Facilitating smallholder farmers and pastoralists inputs to undertake innovative adaptation actions that reinforce their resilience to drought. Enhancing knowledge management and information sharing on drought resilience at the considered levels. Project implementation arrangements The project is implemented in collaboration with mandated institutions, such as the Department of Meteorology (MWE), the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, and Nabuin Zonal Agriculture Research and Development Institute (ZARDI). DRESSEA Project Area: Moroto (All sub counties), Napak (Ngolereit, Matany, Lopeei, Lotome, and Lokopo), and Nabilatuk (Lorengedwat) Estimated Project Cost: USH 9,236,379,840 Project Duration, 4 years, launched in 2021 at national level, now in extension period. Project Coordinator: Name: Dr. Callist Tindimugaya, Commissioner, Water Resources Planning and Regulation Mobile Phone: 0772521413 Email: Callist.tindimugaya@mwe.go.ug Achievements 2 weather stations have been installed in Moroto (Rupa) and Napak (Matany). 1 Early Warning Information Center has been renovated and equipped at the Department of Meteorology. Non-Smart Phones and solar radios have been distributed to 115 farmer groups to improve their access to early warning information. Drought Management Plan and Emergency Response Plan has been prepared for Lokere Catchment. 115 farmer groups have been trained in drought adaptation measures and provided with seeds and seedlings of drought tolerant crop varieties. 4 water harvesting structures have been constructed in Moroto (Lotisan and Tapac), Napak (Lopeei and Lokopo). Soil and water conservation measures have been implemented in Moroto, Napak, and Nabilatuk to improve crop productivity. 3 water boreholes have been protected following the guidelines for the protection of groundwater sources. Impact: Early waring information sharing and feedback collection meetings Innovative soil on farm soil and water conservation techniques in Vegetable growing in Katikekile Sub County Perma-gardens in Moroto (Nakonyen and Lotisan) Distribution of seeds in Lokopo Sub County
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August 8, 2024 – Kabarole District: The Ministry of Water and Environment has officially launched an ambitious watershed management and nature-based conservation project aimed at safeguarding the Mpanga catchment area, which spans approximately 5,200 km² across the districts of Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Kitagwenda, Kamwenge, Kazo, Ibanda, Mbarara, and Kiruhura. This project is set to play a pivotal role in addressing pressing environmental challenges, including wetland encroachment, river bank degradation, and pollution, as identified in the Mpanga Catchment Management Plan (CMP) completed in 2015. The CMP has been actively implemented by both government and non-government actors under the leadership of the Directorate of Water Resources Management through the Albert Water Management Zone (AWMZ) since 2015. With a fresh injection of funding from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, the Ministry is poised to intensify efforts in watershed management and nature-based water conservation activities within the Mpanga catchment. The project launch, held in Fort Portal Tourism City, Kabarole District, was graced by the Director Water Resources Management, Dr Callist who represented the Minister of Water and Environment and who delivered an inspiring speech. “It is my honor and privilege to be with you today at the launch of this transformative initiative, made possible through the generous support of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation,” the Minister began. “This project marks a significant milestone for sustainable water management and environmental stewardship in the Mpanga Catchment.” Project Goals and Objectives The primary goal of this project is to bolster the implementation of the Mpanga Catchment Management Plan by enhancing the capacity of the AWMZ and Catchment Management Organizations (CMOs). Specific objectives include: Building the capacity of catchment management organizations to improve institutional processes, planning, and management through targeted training programs. Strengthening the AWMZ staff’s ability to coordinate activities through enhanced skills in work planning, monitoring, and conducting technical tests to ensure effective implementation. Supporting the restoration and implementation of priority conservation measures within the catchment. Positioning the AWMZ as a model for catchment-based water resources management by promoting institutional cooperation and disseminating success stories from the Mpanga catchment. Project Timeline and Funding The project is slated to run for three years, from June 2024 to June 2027, with a total budget of 1.395 million USD, generously provided by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation. The Ministry of Water and Environment will lead the project, collaborating closely with key partners such as Water for People and Join for Water, along with additional consultancy firms to be procured by the Ministry. Anticipated Benefits The project is expected to yield significant environmental and institutional benefits, including: Restoration of degraded landscapes through afforestation on both private and public lands. Restoration and demarcation of wetland systems and their buffer zones. Establishment of soil and water conservation structures. Installation of a mini weather station within the Mpanga catchment. Construction of a hydro-monitoring station at the Mpanga catchment outlet. Capacity building for the Mpanga Catchment Management Organization (CMO) to enhance its operational effectiveness. The Minister highlighted the project’s focus on scaling up these efforts: “Today, we embark on a journey to scale up the implementation of remedial catchment management measures in the Mpanga Catchment to safeguard our precious water and environmental resources for generations. This project will focus on data collection, wetland restoration, re-afforestation, and capacity development of the Catchment Management Organization.” As the project officially gets underway, it marks a significant step forward in the sustainable management of the Mpanga catchment, ensuring the protection and conservation of vital water resources for the communities and ecosystems that depend on them. The Minister concluded by expressing gratitude to the partners involved: “I appreciate the Water For People team working tirelessly with the Ministry staff in drafting the project proposal. I also acknowledge Join For Water for their support in the preparatory meetings.” The launch event was attended by key stakeholders, including district chairpersons, resident district commissioners, chief administrative officers, representatives from civil society organizations, the private sector, religious institutions, and the media. This ambitious project underscores the Ministry of Water and Environment’s commitment to sustainable environmental management and its role in contributing to global climate change mitigation efforts.
The five-year project aims to restore degraded sections of ten wetland systems and maintain their integrity for improved water availability, flood abatement, biodiversity flows and climate amelioration measured in area of wetland restored and maintained in hectares by the DLGs, Regional Technical Support Units (RTSUs) and MoWE. The key interventions under the project include; demarcating 2500km of wetlands through planting of pillars and gazettement, restoring 31,000ha of wetland hydro-ecological and socio-economic services, developing 40 management plans for the restored wetlands, promoting 1160 wetland-based enterprises for improved community livelihoods, elevating the status of 5 selected wetlands by designating them as reserves and Ramsar Sites, strengthening 237 wetland technical and institutional capacity at National, District and Community levels and enhancing public and stakeholder awareness for 600,000hhs for effective participation. The project is being implemented in the following target areas: Lumbuye, Kibimba, Awoja, Ssezibwa, Mayanja, Tochi, Enyau, Aswa, Muzizi and Mpanga wetland systems.
Limnology of L. Victoria The Integrated Water Quality/Limnology Study for Lake Victoria is a consultancy contract between the Lake Victoria Environment Management Project (LVEMP) and COWI Consulting Engineers and Planners AS, in association with DHI Water and Environment. The contract was signed on 23 June 2000 in Nairobi, and is financed by credits from the International Development Association (IDA) and grants from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to the three countries, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. Synthesis Report of LVEMP Lake Victoria is an international waterbody that offers the riparian communities a large number of extremely important environmental services. Over the past four decades or so, the lake has come under increasing and considerable pressure from a variety of interlinked human activities such as overfishing, species introductions, industrial pollution, eutrophication, and sedimentation. The lake provides various resources to its riparian
The project is funded by the Adaptation Fund through the Sahara and Sahel Observ...
August 8, 2024 – Kabarole District: The Ministry of Water and Environment has of...
The five-year project aims to restore degraded sections of ten wetland systems a...
The Ministry of Water and Environment is committed to avoiding, minimizing, and mitigating adverse environmental and social impacts associated with its projects, as well as adopting a gender-sensitive and gender-equitable approach for all its projects.
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