environment 26 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Buganda Kingdom Launches Plan to Plant 2.8 Million Native Trees by 2028
The Buganda Kingdom aims to plant at least 2.8 million indigenous trees across its 18 counties by 2028 to restore degraded forests. The initiative targets 10 acres per county, addressing human-induced deforestation for timber and fuel. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/buganda-kingdom-to-plant-2-8-million-indigenous-trees-by-2028-5437378
The Buganda Kingdom has announced an ambitious target to plant 2.8 million indigenous trees by 2028. This effort focuses on restoring forest areas damaged by human activities such as logging for timber and charcoal production.
Yotham Ntege, Bulemezi County Chief for Lands and Infrastructure, explained that the plan allocates 10 acres in each of the kingdom’s 18 counties. He highlighted the challenge of community appreciation for nature, noting that previously cut trees were rarely replanted.
Conservationist Derik Kavuma pointed out severely affected species like Mugavu (Albizia) and Mvule (Milicia excelsa), popular for their hardwood used in construction and fuel.
The project also promotes agro-tourism to ensure long-term forest sustainability. Luweero Forestry Officer Herbert Kasujja confirmed that free native tree seedlings are already being distributed to kickstart the program.