Uganda Martyrs University Calls for Coordinated Action Against Climate Change
The lush green environment of Uganda Martyrs University, Nkozi, showcases the institution’s natural beauty and dedication to sustainability.
Uganda Martyrs University has called for urgent and coordinated action to address the growing impacts of climate change, warning that rising temperatures, ecosystem degradation and extreme weather events are increasingly threatening livelihoods and the environment.
The appeal was made during the opening of the university’s World Environment Day Environment and Conservation Conference by Dr. Gerald Lubega, who represented the Vice Chancellor, Professor Patrick Edrin Kyamanywa.
Dr. Lubega said climate change demands immediate and practical action, urging government, researchers, development partners and local communities to strengthen multi-sectoral partnerships and move beyond discussions to implement lasting solutions.
He emphasized that institutions of higher learning have a critical role to play through research, innovation and the development of technologies that address real-life climate challenges.
According to Dr. Lubega, this year’s conference has brought together scientists and researchers to showcase innovations in agriculture, food security, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration and sustainable development. He said the research is intended to provide practical solutions that support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals while building resilient communities.
He also highlighted the university’s commitment to environmental stewardship, noting that Uganda Martyrs University has been recognized by the National Environment Management Authority for maintaining a clean and green campus, with environmental conservation now a key institutional priority.
The university also unveiled two flagship initiatives focusing on ecosystem restoration and capacity building, aimed at combating climate change and strengthening community resilience.
Dr. Lubega concluded by calling on all stakeholders to translate climate commitments into concrete action, saying only coordinated efforts will enable Uganda and the world to effectively confront the growing climate crisis.

By Magala Alex
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