UWA has received vital Ebola preparedness and surveillance equipment from Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) to strengthen disease monitoring in Bwindi Conservation Area.
The donation includes thermometers, smartphones, solar power banks, and ranger rain gear to support wildlife conservation, ranger welfare, and safe tourism. #ConservationHealth #EbolaPreparedness
Habitat loss is a silent threat. With Uganda's human population growing, lion migration corridors have been blocked. Our strategic plan focuses on restoring these key habitats and securing open landscapes so our lions have the space they need to roam and breed. #HumanWildlifeConflict
The largest chimp community, Ngogo had about 200 individuals living together peacefully for over 20 years. But over time, changes began to appear.
As we speak, about 24 individuals have been lost, including 17 infants and 7 males. This reflects early human-like conflict patterns, especially linked to territory.
The very first observed fight, recorded to happen once every 500 years. This is history!
#ChimpWarsUganda | #PrimateCapitalOfTheWorld | #PearlOfAfricaPrimates | #ExploreUganda
A stray Elephant that terrorized Kamwenge communities has been captured and relocated to Kibale NP in Mainaro, Duran subcounty.
After days of tracking and dramatic encounters, a dedicated team of UWA safely sedated a bull of 3496kgs estimated to be 20yrs old and fitted it with a GPS collar for monitoring and finally released successfully.
A major win for community safety and wildlife conservation.
#ConservingForGenerations
Yesterday, @ugwildlife successfully translocated 4 southern white rhinos from Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Ajai Wildlife Reserve, marking the opening phase of a national programme that will see 20 rhinos relocated to Ajai.
This initiative is a key component of the National Rhino Conservation Strategy, aimed at rebuilding and safeguarding Uganda’s rhino population while restoring the species to parts of its historical range in northern Uganda.
@ugwildlife Executive Director, Dr. James Musinguzi described the return of rhinos to Ajai as a proud and emotional moment that reflects years of dedicated conservation work and a successful breeding programme at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
#ExploreUganda #RhinoTranslocation
Tracking begins at first light. With patience and precision, the team locates the rhinos within the sanctuary landscape and Darting begins. The first Rhino on target #RhinoConservation#ConservationInAction
#UVACELEBRATES
Happy Birthday, Dr. Mariam Kihika! 🎉
Wishing you a day filled with joy, love, and celebration. May your passion for poultry medicine continue to soar to new heights, improving the lives of birds and the people who care for them. We're grateful for your dedication and commitment to animal health.
Here's to another year of clucking good health and happiness! 🐓💕
Best regards.
Working time. The vaccinations and surgeries are ongoing at the WVD Celebrations at Ssaza grounds in Kiboga. We thank our sponsors that made this day a success🤝
Today, as we celebrate Universal Health Coverage Day.
As veterinarians & animal health workers we recognize the direct link between human, animal& environmental health. Climate change poses a threat to global health, exacerbating existing health issues and creating new ones.
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“At least 113 people are missing, and at least 15 people are known to have died after a landslide in eastern Uganda, the police say. The landslides triggered by heavy rainfall affected multiple villages in the Bulambuli district.”
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This year at @COP29_we actively participated in discussions on the intersection of climate change and animal health.
I urge the veterinary community to step forward, claim their rightful place in this struggle for climate Justice.
#VetsforAGreenerFuture#Animalhealth
Militarization is a significant driver of global emissions and environmental harm. The Global North, with its history of high military expenditures, continues to prioritize defense budgets over meaningful investments in global climate solutions.
#COP29Azerbaijan#demilitarize