Projects in Uganda

Forest and Stream Fish, Uganda

This project investigates the effects of fishing and other human activities on stream fish in Bwindi National Park, Uganda

Potential Impacts of an Introduced Red Swamp Crayfish on Freshwater Biodiversity of the Rivers Draining the Southern Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

The project aims at documenting the potential impacts of an introduced Louisiana crayfish on the freshwater biodiversity of the study area and the likely effects on the local communities´ livelihoods. This will lead to informed decisions being taken on the management and control of the alien species.

Farmer-Primate Conflict

Developing a set of non-lethal, humane, crop protection tools

The Conservation of Aquatic and Terrestrial Biodiversity around Lake Victoria, Sango-Bay Region – Rakai District.

This project aims to enhance plant diversity in and around both riparian and agricultural areas in order to support diversity of wildlife and to familiarise the local community of the types and importance of rich biodiversity with which they co-exist.

Integrating Farm Forestry and Biodiversity Conservation around Lake Victoria

This project aims to ensure that there is a greater level of information available for decision making process, based on good forest science.

Improving Livelihoods and Biodiversity Conservation in Farm Forestry Landscapes

The aim of this project is to boost Farm Forestry (FF) among the various stakeholders/farmer groups in order to create deep rooted sustainability in terms of income, environment and wildlife conservation.

Bwindi Advanced Market Gardeners’ Association (AMAGARA)

Bwindi AMAGARA aims to help local farmers living around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to sell their produce to the tourism industry, giving them an income dependent on the wellbeing of the forest and creating a strong link between conservation and economic development.

Bwindi Advanced Market Gardeners’ Association (AMAGARA)

Bwindi AMAGARA aims to create linkages between local farmers and the tourism industry at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. This helps to alleviate poverty in the area, and creates direct incentives for local people to support the conservation of mountain gorillas and their forest habitat upon which tourism depends.

Spatial and Seasonal Patterns of Pasture Quantity and Quality in Livestock and Wildlife Convergence Sites

The project aims to contribute to the development of a rangeland pasture quantity and quality management information system for sustainable wildlife and livestock management.

Promoting Community Participation and Support in Conservation and Wise Use of Mabamba Bay Wetland of International Importance

The Project aims at promoting local community members’ participation and to kindle their support in conservation and wise use of Mabamba Bay Wetland of international importance.

Pro-Poor Community Eco-Tourism Window for Sustainable Ecosystem Conservation, Community Participation and Wise Use of Mabamba Bay Ramsar Site, Uganda

The project aims at laying a firm foundation for Ecosystem conservation, Community Participation and wise-use through the eco-tourism window.

Community Based Conservation of Endemic-Ugandan Cycad, Encephalartos Whitelockii PHJ Hurter in the Mpanga Gorge Areas

To enhance conservation of Encephalartos whitelockii in its natural habitat through community awareness and educational programmes with emphasis on ecological importances, habitat protection and species regeneration processes. The project will also aim at formation of collaborative management strategies with relevant stakeholders, mainly at local level.

Strategies to Mitigate Crop Loss to Wild Vertebrates around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This project aims to reduce human-wild animal conflicts resulting from crop loss from farm land near conservation areas in Uganda

Community Tourism and Conservation Awareness Programme to Foster Social and Economic Empowerment at Kikorongo Community

The project will aim to establish an eco tourism site and offer skills training and facilitation to improve community cooperation with the park and sustainable production of local goods and services for income generation.

Gorillas and Chimpanzees in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This project will investigate the importance of seed dispersal by gorillas and chimpanzees in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

Predictive Yield Models for Crater Lake Fisheries of Uganda: An Unexpected Marriage of Rural Development and Conservation

Predictive yield models for Crater Lake fisheries of Uganda: An unexpected marriage of rural development and conservation

Forest Landscape Restoration in the Rwenzori Mountains Ecosystem, South West Uganda

Forest Landscape Restoration in the Rwenzori Mountains Ecosystem, S W Uganda

Conservation Education with Special Focus on Chimpanzees in Fragmented Forest Patches in Kibaale District in Uganda

This project aims to enhance the conservation of natural resources with special focus on the endangered chimpanzees outside protected areas in forest patches in Kibaale District.

The Role of Non Governmental Organisation and Community Based Organisation in Sustainable Management of Forest, Water and Soil in Mount Elgon Ecosystem in Uganda

The aim of the project is to evaluate the role of NGOs and CBOs in sustainable management of forest, soil and water on Mount Elgon using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Sustainable Handicrafts Production to Rise Household Employment Opportunities for Women in Ibanda Parish, Bugoye Sub-County, Uganda

Involving women in indigenous environment conservation and ensuring household income generation through sustainable crafts production.

Local Community Involvement in the Management and Conservation of Luzira Wetland

The aim of this project is to empower the local community to actively participate and benefit from the conservation and sustainable management of the Wetland of Kitintale and Bugolobi area adjacent to Luzira Wetland.

Chimpanzee Conservation Education and Community Empowerment Activities (CCECEA) in Hoima District, Uganda

To empower and motivate the local communities to protect and conserve chimpanzees for the benefits of the local and global community.

Promoting Community-Based Management and Conservation of the Endangered Crested Crane Birds in Soroti District, Uganda

This project aims to build the capacity of local communities to engage in conservation of endangered crested crane birds in Soroti wetland areas.

Elephants, Crops and People

This project aims to reduce current and future conflicts between the recovering elephant population of the Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda and the growing human communities neighbouring the park.

Conservation of Encroached Forest Reserves, Mpigi District, Uganda

Conservation of Forest Reserves in Uganda through sustainable forestry, education and energy saving techniques