Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy

An extractive industries sector Think-Tank and Centre of Excellence, promoting good governance of minerals, oil and gas and natural resources.

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

Ongoing: Training workshop on the @EITIorg reporting template. The workshop equips stakeholders with skills to ensure accurate reporting. This feeds into Uganda’s National EITI Report, a key step toward transparency in the extractives industries.
@UgandaEITI

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

ACEMP, in partnership with @ACODE_Uganda @NFAUG @KaramojaWomen @KHH, joined Nakapiripirit DLG & the Mt Kadam Forest Mgmt Committee for a community dialogue to chat a way forward to saving Mt Kadam Reserve which has allegedly been encroached by the Bagisu.

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

We are live in Amudat for a radio talk show, sharing the state of the environment through the findings of our Climate Action Champions. Tune in as we discuss the path towards a greener future for Amudat. https://t.co/XFUKzxr89l. #CACs

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

Newly sworn-in LC3 of Tokora Subcounty, Lochoro John Bosco, has vowed to tackle charcoal burning as a major challenge to development. His leadership begins with a clear stand: protecting the environment is protecting the community. #Karamoja #ClimateAction

[Blencowe Resources Plc (LON:BRES) @BlencoweRes]

Orom-Cross material now validated in live US rocket testing, highlighting potential entry into high-margin aerospace & defence applications.

Multiple end-markets = stronger pricing power and strategic value.

📰Article by @smallcappixuk

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

@ACEMP_UG in partnership with @min_waterUg @nemaugED @ACODE_Uganda @RICEWestNile and district representatives from the districts of Katakwi, Nakapiripirit, Nabilatuk, Kumi, Bukedea & Bulambuli are jointly validating a study done on the state of the L. Opeta wetland system

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

@min_waterUg @nemaugED @ACODE_Uganda @RICEWestNile and district representatives from the districts of Katakwi, Nakapiripirit, Nabilatuk, Kumi, Bukedea & Bulambuli are jointly validating a study done on the state of the L. Opeta wetland system

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

Climate Action Champions in Kaawach Sub County, Nakapiripirit, are teaming up with Restore Africa to distribute tree seedlings under the @Caritas_Ug #RestoreAfricaProject. Demand for tree seedlings is high, and this collaboration is bringing green hope to local communities! 🌍✨

[National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) @nemaug]

NEMA BOARD INSPECTS PECE WETLANDS

The NEMA Board of Directors inspected the Pece wetlands in Gulu City following degradation linked to a petrol station project by Oil Energy.

The development was halted in May 2024 by NEMA and Gulu City authorities for breaching conditions of its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment certificate.

During the visit, the Board also planted trees along the Gulu Recreation Park to support restoration efforts.

The visit is aim at providing oversights and formalisation.

#EnsuringSustainableDevelopment

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

@ACEMP_UG today conducted a monitoring visit to one of the hotspot areas for charcoal burning in Nakapiripirit . The visit was done in partnership with the DNRO, Environmental Police and Sub County officials. @SwedeninUG @RICEWestNile @DKinUganda @IrlEmbUganda @NLinUganda

[National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) @nemaug]

NEMA LAUNCHES ITS STRATEGIC PLAN 2025/26-2029/30 WITH ENVIRONMENT DONOR GROUPS

The Strategic Plan direction includes reducing degraded wetlands, increasing compliance to 85%, expanding environmental mainstreaming among lead agencies, enhancing farmer resilience to climate change, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions among others.

The implementation of this plan will cost UGX 295billion, with UGX 270billion appropriated by the Government of Uganda, leaving a funding gap of UGX 24billion.

Looking ahead, the NEMA’s Strategic Plan prioritised sustainable environmental management envisioned in the Uganda’s Vision 2040 and the National Development Plan IV.

For the FY2025/26 to 2029/30 NEMA will focus on five key areas:

Environmental governance and coordination, Environmental quality and ecological integrity,
Environmental education, awareness, and mainstreaming, Compliance with environmental laws and standards, and Institutional systems and capacity.

Crosscutting issues such as gender, climate change, innovation and ICT, disability, anti-corruption, and HIV/AIDS have been integrated into the plan.

The Strategic Plan was launched at Sheraton Hotel, Kampala was attended by representatives from government, development partners, embassies and non governmental organisations.

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

In Amudat District, ACEMP alongside our Climate Action Champions supported by @SwedeninUG @DKinUganda @NLinUganda @IrlEmbUganda joined the commemoration of International Women's Day - standing with communities to celebrate women's resilience and amplify their voices. #IWD2026

[RICE West Nile @RICEWestNile]

🌍 Women on the frontlines of climate action in Obongi!
This #IWD2026, @RICEWestNile support from the @DKinUganda @SwedeninUG @IrlEmbUganda @NLinUganda is amplifying the voices of women, youth & persons with disabilities.
Community champions will present a position paper demanding greater investment in gender-responsive climate action and environmental justice.
Because when women rise, communities and our planet thrive. 🌱♀️ @FriendsofZoka
@IzuhbelluhB @ACEMP_UG #InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateJustice #GiveToGain

[Enabel in Uganda @EnabelinUganda]

Big conversations are happening in Busoga.

Community leaders & Project Affected Persons (PAPs) are coming together to draft Community Development Agreements (CDAs) around the Makuutu Rare Earths Project facilitated by @ACEMP_UG.

This process is a key step in ensuring mining creates shared benefits for both communities and investors.

With support from @EUinUG, our Business and Human Rights project is helping make these conversations possible.

Real progress in sustainable mining begins when communities have a seat at the table.
#EnablingChange #TeamEurope

[Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy @ACEMP_UG]

Following a study tour to Karamoja held last year to benchmark the Rupa Community Development Trust, leaders from the Makuutu project area alongside Project Affected Persons and @RRM_Ug have gathered to work out modalities for establishing a Community Development Agreement (CDA).

[RICE West Nile @RICEWestNile]

Today on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women and girls across Uganda and beyond. 🌍💜

Women shape our history, power our economy, nurture our communities, and lead change every day. Yet true equality remains unfinished business.

This is our call to action:
Scale up investment to accelerate gender equity and the empowerment of women and girls in Uganda.
Invest in education.
Invest in health & SRHR.
Invest in leadership.
Invest in economic opportunity.

Because when women rise, nations rise. 🇺🇬✨
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #InvestInWomen #GenderEquity #EmpowerHer
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@NLinUganda
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@SwedeninUG
@DKAmbUganda
@SwedEnvoyUganda
@IEAmbUganda
@FrederiekeQ
@FriendsofZoka
@ACEMP_UG
@feminature

[Karamoja Women Umbrella Organization (KAWUO) @KaramojaWomen]

Today we celebrate the incredible women who have beaten the odds to ensure their voices are heard especially in the Karamoja, where negative cultural norms still challenge women’s participation. Your courage, resilience, and leadership continue to inspire change. #WomensVoices

[Enabel in Uganda @EnabelinUganda]

“I empower women to unlock their potential.”
“I support violence-free workplaces.”
“I demand equal recognition.”
“I promote equal pay.”

Across Uganda, women and men are turning rights into action and creating workplaces where women can thrive.

Today, we celebrate those who are championing fairer, safer, and more inclusive workplaces for women and girls.
Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.
#IWD2026
#EquityInAction
#EnablingChange

[Tebanyang Kizito @_tebanyang]

"Cutting trees to burn charcoal is robbing the future of generations to come, charcoal is a temporary benefit, but their livelihoods will need these same trees to survive" - Florence Bako (Senior Environment Officer - Nakapiripirit DLG)
@ACEMP_UG @DKinUganda @RICEWestNile

[RICE West Nile @RICEWestNile]

🌱 Big win for environmental governance in #Karamoja
@ACEMP_UG has supported Nakapiripirit District to establish and operationalize the District Environment & Natural Resources Committee (DENRC) in line with the National Environment Act.

The DENRC will ensure environmental priorities are integrated into district budgets, workplans, and local laws strengthening compliance and community action. 🌍

This work aligns with Uganda Vision 2040, the SDGs, and national development plans delivered in partnership with district leadership. Read more on: https://t.co/dc5cbCPJc6

🤝 This is under The PACER Program with support from: @DKinUganda @NLinUganda @IrlEmbUganda @SwedeninUG @DKAmbUganda @SwedEnvoyUganda @IEAmbUganda @FrederiekeQ @FriendsofZoka
#EnvironmentalGovernance #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment