RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA)

To support the Eastern African Contracting Parties, non-contracting parties & other stakeholders to improve their capacity to implement the RAMSAR Convention.

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

Happy International Day for biodiversity #biodiversity_day. On this day we must remember the role wetlands play as key biodiversity areas and International Bird Areas. @WRTIKenya @min_waterUg @okidi64 @iyangol2010 @KWSKenya @IUCN @WetlandsIntEA @WWF @RamsarConv @MumbaMusondam

[MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬 @min_waterUg]

#MWEworks: @GovUganda through @min_waterUg will join the World on 2 February, 2026 to commemorate World Wetlands Day. The National celebrations will be held @NFAUG Grounds in Bugolobi. The theme of the event is; “Celebrating Cultural Heritage”.

@UgandaMediaCent @kasujja

[NatureUganda @NatureUganda_]

As Uganda prepares to join the rest of the world to commemorate #WorldWetlandsDay2026, we invite you to join us for this insightful dialogue on #WetlandsandCulture. Is #Culture the last hope for #wetland #conservation? @BirdLife_News @nemaug

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

On 2nd February @RAMCEA_ joins the entire world to celebrate world wetlands day 2026. All partner states have organised different commemoration events and this is one way of increasing awareness of the role of wetlands to this planet and its inhabitants.

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

From prehistoric times, many hundreds of generations of people have settled in and around wetlands, often transforming their wetlands into cultural landscapes in which natural and human-made elements are uniquely combined.

https://t.co/k3BBRPLXb3

#WetlandsandCulturalHeritage

[Wetlands International Eastern Africa @WetlandsIntEA]

Happening today at #RamsarCOP15!
GIZ, @MoEFCC & @WetlandsInt_SA host a side event on Capturing Climate Adaptation Co-Benefits of Wetlands.

Our own Louisa Chinyavu joins the panel!

🔗 Don’t miss this important conversation shaping the future of wetlands in climate action.

[Dr. Musonda Xoliswa Mumba @MumbaMusondam]

Thank YOU 🙏🏾 for such a great gift from you Dr Okidi @okidi64 really appreciated to you and the Uganda 🇺🇬 team. @RamsarConv

[NatureUganda @NatureUganda_]

At #RamsarCOP15, the Uganda delegation led by the Permanent Secretary —including ED @NatureUganda_ met with @BirdLife_News CEO Dr. Martin Harper. Discussions focused on wetlands profiling, Ramsar site planning, community engagement & mobilizing resources for migratory flyways.

[Dr. Musonda Xoliswa Mumba @MumbaMusondam]

@capksharma @edmnangagwa @okidi64 The last COP in Africa was in Uganda in 2005 🙏🏾 and 20 years later it’s back on African soil 🙏🏾 Thanks to Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 and HE President Mnangagwa @edmnangagwa 🙏🏾🙏🏾 @RamsarConv

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

Congratulations @REMA_Rwanda

[Rwanda Environment Management Authority @REMA_Rwanda]

🏅Big win for Rwanda at #COP15 of @RamsarConv!

Nyandungu Eco-Park has received a Full Star Award from Wetland Link International, recognizing it as a top-tier Wetland Education Centre.

This global recognition boosts its visibility & impact in conservation.

#GreenRwanda 🇷🇼 🌿

[MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬 @min_waterUg]

The Permanent Secretary; Dr. @okidi64 who is leading the Ugandan Delegation will submit Uganda’s resolution on strengthening action on culture and wetlands which will be followed by @min_waterUg side events on wetlands and culture and lessons learnt from wetland inventory.

[MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬 @min_waterUg]

At the margins of COP 15, @min_waterUg Permanent Secretary; Dr. @okidi64 had bilateral meetings with a Team from @IWMI_, Birdlife International & @IUCN focusing on partnerships in resource mobilisation, research, capacity development & knowledge exchange for Uganda & @RAMCEA_.

[MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬 @min_waterUg]

The theme for COP 15 is; “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future”.

Nations have gathered to mark a significant step towards collective action for wetland conservation.

The discussions at COP 15 are marked by renewed Global commitment to the conservation of wetlands.

[MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬 @min_waterUg]

#MWEworks: The #WetlandsCOP15 was officially opened by H.E. Dr. @edmnangagwa President of the Republic of Zimbabwe.

The Ugandan Delegation led by @min_waterUg Permanent Secretary; Dr. @okidi64 is in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe attending the @RamsarConv COP 15.

@IWMI_ @GCICUganda

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

We are present @RamsarConv #WetlandsCOP15 in Victoria Falls , Zimbabwe re-affirming the need for inter state cooperation in management of wetland resources as the best way for lessons sharing, practices, science and technology. @MumbaMusondam @GggiUganda @giz_uganda @min_waterUg

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

The Opening Ceremony of the #WetlandsCOP15 is about to begin!

Global leaders, scientists, policymakers, and advocates are coming together to take bold steps for biodiversity. This marks an important moment for nature, people and the planet.

Watch: https://t.co/9q2nlOidjg

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

As the world prepares for the #WetlandsCOP15, the spotlight is on the vital role wetlands play in climate resilience, biodiversity, water security and sustainable livelihoods.

#COPZimbawe is a critical opportunity to elevate wetlands on the global agenda.

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

As we gear towards @RamsarConv COP 15 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe , it’s paramount we understand the role RRIs have played and continue to play in the implementation of the convention. @MumbaMusondam @okidi64 @KWSKenya @WRTIKenya @REMA_Rwanda @IWMI_ @WetlandsInt @vpo_tanzania

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

Happy world environment day to you all.

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

@RAMCEA_ community, we send our heartfelt congratulations to @MumbaMusondam for being awarded a second term to steer the global #wetlands agenda forward. We wish you the best on this extra journey. @okidi64 @iyangol2010 @KWSKenya @WRTIKenya @min_waterUg @REMA_Rwanda @Carolkai2

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

Exciting News! Dr Musonda Mumba's term as the Secretary General of the Convention on Wetlands has been extended for a second term.

As the saying goes: A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step and in the spirit of Ubuntu: I am because we are. @MumbaMusondam

Details: https://t.co/v2zl9Gin7B

#WetlandConservation #WetlandsMatter

[RAMSAR CENTRE FOR EASTERN AFRICA (RAMCEA) @RAMCEA_]

Happy International Day for Biological Diversity. @RAMCEA_ we recognize the fact that many wetlands across @jumuiya East Africa are not only biodiversity hotspots but also sources of livelihoods to majority of the communities around them.