The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has arrested a suspected serial fraudster accused of forging critical environmental compliance documents in Western Uganda. According to a statement shared on March 24, 2026, the suspect—identified as Owomugisha M.—was apprehended during an intelligence-led operation conducted on March 23 in Mbarara City. The operation was carried out by a…
Mityana — The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has directed a developer to remove an illegally established fuel station at Kakindu Roundabout in Kakindu Town Council, Mityana District. According to the environmental regulator, enforcement action was taken after inspections confirmed that the fuel pump facility had been constructed and was operating without a valid Environmental…
The National Environment Management Authority – Uganda has halted the construction of a telecommunications mast in Rugombe Village, Rugombe Town Council, over alleged environmental compliance violations. The operation was carried out on 03 March 2026 by a joint team comprising the Uganda Environmental Police Protection Unit, the Uganda Police Force, and personnel from the Uganda…
The Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority (UFZEPA) this week convened a specialised training on Environmental Management Standards to enhance the capacity of Free Zone Developers and Operators in meeting Uganda’s environmental compliance requirements. The training, held at the Speke Hotel in Kampala on 9th December 2025, was facilitated by senior experts from the…
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has halted illegal dredger fabrication and sand mining activities in Kawumba A Cell, Buwama Sub-county, Mpigi District, following a coordinated enforcement operation on Wednesday. Authorities confirmed the arrest of two suspects who were found at the site during the crackdown. They are currently detained at Lubigi Police Station, while…