Dina's Planet

This Episode looks at how UWA is managing climate change effects in the National Parks of Uganda, looking at Lake Mburo and Kidepo National Park.

Joining us is the Executive Director of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, Dr. James Musinguzi, alongside the Commissioner for Biodiversity Management, John Makombo, and the Chief Warden of Lake Mburo National Park, Fredrick Wanyama

You can watch video here: https://youtu.be/bp7jMzffBGk

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Honest is needed to drive the Paris Agreement to success - Pope Leo XIV's message at COP30

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While algae play a beneficial role in the aquatic ecosystem, their excessive growth can pose a threat to underwater life and humans. 

Algae are photosynthetic organisms that mainly live in water and do not have the intricate structures found in true plants, such as roots, stems, and leaves, yet they are capable of photosynthesis, generating oxygen and energy.

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 Omuddo ogutetaagibwa mu nirimo omuli amere ensimbe - Ate n'engeri y\okugulwanyisaamu - Rita Atukwase  

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The project which is running until 2nd.02.2029, and is to benefit a variety of people ranging from small scale farmers, farmer-based organizations, groups and cooperatives, plus support services such as research organizations, is to be implemented by CABI in collaboration with the Committee Linking Entrepreneurship Agricultural Development (COLEAD) – Priority fruits and Vegetables include; Mangoes, Okra, Avocados, Pineapples 

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Agriculture as a science beat in the media requires attention  because minus food security the nation can not survive and the economy whose backbone is agriculture cant stand firm -  Scientists research in the agricultural field should reach the farmers through the media in a simplified way 

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 The tropical cyclones over the Indian Ocean, were cited as an issue in the delayed onset of rains by the end of February

The March onset is likely to be characterized by isolated thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and hailstorms in various parts of the country.

 The peak rainfall is expected between April and early May in most parts of the country. 

The temperatures, however, are expected to be warmer than average across the country during the MAM (March, April, and May) period.

Overall, during the month that is March, April, May 2025 season, Uganda is expected to receive near-normal to above-normal rainfall over most of the regions. 

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People living adjacent to wilderness areas or in semi-urban areas with higher numbers of wild animals are at risk of disease from animals such as rats, foxes or raccoons. Urbanization and the destruction of natural habitats increase the risk of zoonotic diseases by increasing contact between humans and wild animals.

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Both Mpox and Sudan Ebola are both Viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) that are contagious viral infections which are life-threatening because they can affect many organ systems and damage the cardiovascular system. 

Some of the Symptoms include; Fever, Headache, Fatigue, Muscle aches, Dizziness, Nausea and vomiting, Skin rash, Unexplained nosebleeds or bleeding gums. 

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Organic Farming is a component of Climate Smart Smart Agriculture but  obtaining the right organic pesticides and fertilizers is challenging. Farmers currently rely on locally  mixed of tobacco leaves with  red pepper, human urine and water to combat pests. 

 Dr Richard Kanyarukiga from the University of Rwanda’s College of Agriculture, Animal Sciences and Veterinary Medicine describes climate-smart agriculture as one component of sustainable agriculture. To him, sustainability involves looking at everything holistically rather than in isolation. 

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