agriculture 14 April 2026 The Observer (Uganda)
Civil Society Demands Transparency on Banned Pesticides in Uganda's Food Chain
Ugandan civil society groups are urging the Ministry of Agriculture to publish a list of banned and restricted pesticides amid rising pesticide use in farming. They praise recent government moves to phase out harmful chemicals but call for stronger transparency and enforcement to protect farmers, traders, and consumers. Source: https://observer.ug/news/from-farms-to-food-the-hidden-chemicals-in-ugandas-supply-chain
Uganda’s increasing reliance on pesticides is sparking concerns about chemical residues in the food supply chain, from farms to dinner tables.
A coalition of organizations, including SEATINI, the Food Rights Alliance, and the Food Safety Coalition of Uganda, held a press conference in Kampala to demand action.
They called on the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to officially release a list of banned and restricted pesticides, providing clear guidance on safe options.
This push comes after the government announced plans to phase out nine harmful pesticide molecules and restrict nine others—a move welcomed by the groups.
However, they stress that transparency and robust enforcement are essential to ensure these measures protect public health effectively.
Source: The Observer (Uganda)