Life Below Water
Many mining and petroleum projects in Uganda are located in close proximity to fresh water bodies and can potentially cause pollution by releasing chemical waste and other hazardous substances into the water
Our Work
ACEMP works with relevant government Ministries, Agencies and other stakeholders to continuously monitor mining projects so that they do not adversely affect aquatic life
Our Target
By 2026, conduct a study on the impact of extractive projects on the quality of water in Uganda’s fresh water bodies and propose practical remedies
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Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Industry, innovation and infrastructure are leading consumers of both high value minerals like gold…
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Life on Land
Mining in Uganda occurs on dry lands, in forests and wetlands, while some oil and gas projects are…
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Decent Work and Economic Growth
The extractives sector has the potential to create employment, spur local businesses and foster…
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