Senior Reporter
African farmers have received a call to effectively manage plastic waste as a crucial step in safeguarding and preserving the environment.
This advice was given during the culmination of a five-day Agroforestry farmers training program, which brought together participants from Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The event, organized by the African Master Tree Growers, was held at Kabale National Teachers College (NTC-Kabale) with the aim of educating farmers on sustainable practices for environmental conservation.
Dr. Joy Margaret Bitete, the leader of the Uganda Land Care Network, stressed the importance of taking corrective measures and fostering shared responsibility among all stakeholders in environmental conservation. Expressing concern about the increasing problem of plastic waste pollution, she called on the government to integrate environmental conservation education into primary school curricula. Dr. Bitete believes that this step will equip Ugandans with the knowledge of responsible land use and environmental preservation from an early age.
Jimmy Musiime, the Chairperson of the Kabale Agroforestry Network and coordinator of the training, urged African leaders to actively participate in environmental conservation efforts rather than just providing aid to communities affected by disasters. Musiime also encouraged farmers to improve their land care management skills to reduce the impact of floods and landslides.
