Uganda Tightens Forest Laws | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 31, 2026 · 1m

Uganda’s government is ramping up its fight against illegal logging by proposing steeper fines to match the real value of stolen timber and forest products, aiming to deter destruction fueled by population growth, farmland needs, and charcoal dependence. While the Ministry of Water and Environment tightens laws to close loopholes, conservationists argue tougher penalties alone won’t cut it—calling instead for community engagement, especially through churches and youth empowerment, with job opportunities and leadership roles to turn environmental stewardship into a viable, inclusive movement…