National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Uganda

28/07/2026

NEMA Recognises the CBD Secretariat for Supporting Sustainable Development in Uganda

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has presented a recognition award to the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in appreciation of its longstanding support and partnership in advancing biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in Uganda.

The award was presented during the 28th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA-28), as NEMA continues to commemorate its 30th Anniversary.

The award was presented to the CBD by Mr. Francis Sabino Ogwal, who is the Commissioner for Environment Planning & Coordination at NEMA; as well as Uganda's National Focal Point to the CBD.

The recognition reflects the strong and enduring partnership between the Government of Uganda, NEMA, the CBD Secretariat, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and other partners working together to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.

Uganda continues to actively engage in the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF), translating global biodiversity commitments into meaningful national action.

NEMA and the Government of Uganda value this collaboration and remain committed to strengthening partnerships that accelerate implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and contribute to halting and reversing biodiversity loss.

Together, we can protect nature, restore biodiversity and build a sustainable future for all. 🌍🌱

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

Our Regional Offices actively participated in the June edition of the National Cleaning Day. Cleanliness and hygiene are everyone's responsibility

24/06/2026

HAPPENING: Raising Awareness for Sound Chemical Management in Uganda! 🇺🇬

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is currently hosting a stakeholder engagement workshop in the Eastern Region to popularize the newly developed National Environment (Management of Hazardous Chemicals and Products Containing Hazardous Chemicals) Regulations, 2024.

These regulations are designed to tackle emerging environmental concerns linked to chemical management. To ensure a smooth transition, they will become fully operational right after these nationwide popularization sessions are complete!

Key stakeholders from across the Eastern Region are in attendance, including:
•Local Government Environment Managers
•Industrial players in Manufacturing
•Mining and Commercial sector representatives

Over the course of the sessions, participants are diving deep into critical compliance areas to prepare for implementation including:
•The Legal Framework: Overview of regulated chemicals, activities, compliance thresholds, and exemptions.
•Roles & Responsibilities: Specific provisions guiding both Regulators (MDAs & DLGs) and Private Industries.
•Registration & Licensing: Clear breakdowns of application procedures, requirements, and compliance timelines.
•Operational Controls: Rules governing the Import/Export, Manufacture, Storage, Transport, and safe Use of chemicals.
•Hazard Communication: Adopting the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for labeling and Safety Data Sheets, alongside reinforcing the public and workers' "Right-to-Know."
•Enforcement: A look at upcoming inspections, compliance monitoring, administrative fines, and enforcement procedures.

By empowering our local leaders and industries with this knowledge, we are taking a massive step toward a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment for everyone.

23/06/2026

Radio Talkshow Alert

Wednesday June 24th 2026; from *7:00pm- 8:00pm*

The Commissioner for Environment Planning and Coordination(NEMA) & Commissioner Climate Change (MWE) will be hosted on Radio One for a Post WED 2026 talkshow.

Tune in on air; FM90.0 & online