Staff Reporter
Kanungu District joined the global community on Wednesday in celebrating World Rangers Federation Day, with the main event held at the UWA Bwindi Buhoma in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The day began with a cleanup campaign in the towns of Bwindi, Kachwampare, and Buhoma, including the road between Bwindi Hospital and Mukono Town. This initiative aimed to raise awareness about the risks posed by waste to wildlife conservation efforts.
Masereka Joshua, the acting warden in charge of rangers, expressed gratitude to the rangers for their dedication to conserving and protecting wildlife. He emphasized that World Rangers Day honors the sacrifices made by rangers to safeguard protected areas such as national parks, forest reserves, and wetlands for the benefit of the global community.
Masereka also commended the rangers for their ongoing efforts in monitoring park integrity, conducting regular patrols, and combating illegal activities. He encouraged them to maintain their commitment to environmental conservation.
During the celebration, participants pledged to adhere to the regulations governing national parks and forests. The event was further enriched by performances from the Batwa community, who acknowledged the support from both government and non-governmental organizations in improving their social and economic conditions. Despite this progress, the Batwa highlighted challenges such as disease and limited capital for their enterprises.
