Tackling human-wildlife conflict around Queen Elizabeth national park
Human-wildlife conflict has become a pressing issue for communities living near protected areas across Uganda, and it is most visible along the borders of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This conflict threatens livelihoods, food security, and the fragile relationship between local communities and conservation authorities. But now, a shift is underway. Through the “Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development” project, spearheaded by the Ministry of Water and Environment in partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Authority, 61 kilometers of electric fencing have been installed in key hotspots to help mitigate the crisis. In this first part of our report, we focus on how these efforts are addressing food security and responding to long-standing community concerns.
