Since its inception in 2018, UWEWK has served as a key platform for knowledge exchange, advocacy, and dialogue on enhancing Uganda\u2019s water and environmental resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year\u2019s event, themed \u2018Water and Environment Resources for Enhanced Resilience and Improved Livelihoods,\u2019<\/em> provided an opportunity to assess progress made since COP29, which was held in Baku, Azerbaijan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At COP29, Uganda focused on eight key negotiation areas: Adaptation and Loss & Damage, Mitigation and Article 6, Climate Finance, Technology Development and Transfer, Capacity Building, Gender and Climate Change, Agriculture, and Legal Compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Government\u2019s Commitment Amidst Global Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Minister Anywar reaffirmed Uganda\u2019s commitment to climate action despite financial challenges and the disproportionate impact of climate change on developing nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are aware of the injustices affecting developing countries. Africa is rich in biodiversity, playing a crucial role in offsetting emissions from industrialized nations,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n She acknowledged progress made at COP29, particularly in securing renewed commitments towards the $100 billion annual climate finance target. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, she stressed that the new Baku Climate Unity Pact<\/em>\u2014which includes a global climate finance goal of $1.3 trillion per year for developing countries and a developed-nation commitment to mobilizing at least $300 billion by 2035\u2014remains inadequate relative to actual financial needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Parliamentary and Donor Support for Climate Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hon. Buyika Lawrence Songa, Chairperson of the Parliamentary Forum on Climate Change, emphasized the need for Uganda to stay focused on achieving its COP29 targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis forum allows us to reflect on our commitments made in Azerbaijan. We must identify gaps and make necessary adjustments to meet our priorities. On financing, we must strive for transparency and ensure funds reach the intended projects without intermediaries,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ole Dahl Rasmussen, Co-chair of the Environment and Climate Change Donor Partner Group, reaffirmed international support for Uganda\u2019s climate efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are satisfied with COP29\u2019s outcome, especially the new climate finance goal. There is still much work to be done, but we are committed to ensuring Uganda benefits from these funding streams,\u201d Rasmussen said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breakthroughs in Carbon Trading and Natural Resource Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Margaret Athieno Mwebesa, Commissioner for Climate Change and Uganda\u2019s UNFCCC National Focal Person, highlighted progress made at COP29, particularly in carbon trading regulations under Article 6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThere were key breakthroughs, especially in carbon trading rules. Uganda is well-positioned to benefit from our rich natural resources, and we must work together to harness this potential,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uganda Water and Environment Week: A Growing Initiative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n UWEWK, organized annually by the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) through the Water Resources Institute (WRI), has evolved into a flagship event for advocacy, knowledge-sharing, and sector collaboration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The initiative aligns with Uganda\u2019s National Development Plan, Vision 2040, and global environmental commitments, including the UN 2030 Agenda and Africa Agenda 2063.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 2025 edition was inaugurated on March 17th, with Hon. Dr. Justine Lumumba representing the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, as the chief guest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The event attracted key stakeholders, including representatives from government ministries, civil society, academia, development partners, and financial institutions, among others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Minister of State for Environment, Hon. Beatrice Atim Anywar, has urged for more decisive action in addressing climate change. Speaking at a side event during the Post-COP29 forum at Uganda Water and Environment Week (UWEWK) 2025, held at the Ministry of Water and Environment headquarters in Luzira, Kampala, she emphasized the urgency of scaling […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27983,"featured_media":39407,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_paywall_metabox":[],"jnews_override_counter":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[356],"tags":[31,119,8961],"class_list":["post-39406","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-big-story","tag-featured","tag-uganda-news","tag-uganda-water-and-environment-week"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ugmirror.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG-20250319-WA0153-1024x768.jpg\")