UWA unveils plan to restore Kibaale forest cover

Kibaale National Park, once a thriving ecosystem, has over the past three decades been ravaged by illegal settlements and agricultural expansion, leading to the displacement of wildlife. To address this, the Uganda Wildlife Authority committed to restoring 10,000 hectares of the park through the Uganda Wildlife Authority FACE Project, successfully revitalizing 8,000 hectares of degraded […]

UWA concerned over low domestic tourist turnout at Kibaale National Park

The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has expressed concern over the low turnout of domestic tourists to Kibaale National Park this year, with only 40% attendance, despite reduced tracking permit fees aimed at boosting local visitation. Known as the “primate capital of the world,” Kibaale is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 13 other primate species. […]

UWA tackles human-wildlife conflict in Kibaale National Park

Kibaale National Park, renowned as one of the world’s largest primate habitats with over 1,000 chimpanzees, has grappled with increased human-wildlife conflict since its inception. Concerns have been raised by nearby communities in Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Kyegegwa, and Kasese districts, which suffer from crop destruction. Amidst this crisis, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has actively engaged […]

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