UWA tackles human-wildlife conflict in Kibaale National Park
Kibaale National Park, renowned as one of the world's largest primate habitats with over 1,000 chimpanzees, has grappled with increased human-wildlife conflict since its inception. Concerns have been raised by nearby communities in Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Kyegegwa, and Kasese districts, which suffer from crop destruction. Amidst this crisis, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has actively engaged local residents through education, climate-based projects, and the construction of trap innovations such as boardwalks and trenches to prevent wildlife encroachment, as well as compensation efforts, all in a bid to demonstrate the importance of wildlife conservation. Our reporter David Ijjo was in Kibaale National Park and has the details.
