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AidEnvironment // 22.05.25

Empowering Communities through Fish Farming in Lwakhakha Sub-catchment

Communities in the Lwakhakha Sub-catchment have long struggled with severe environmental degradation. Traditional farming practices, combined with natural challenges, have led to widespread gully erosion, loss of fertile topsoil, vegetation cover decline, and diminishing agricultural productivity. These challenges have, in turn, reduced household incomes and jeopardized local livelihoods in the areas of Manafwa, Tororo, and Namisindwa districts in Eastern Uganda. To […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 13.05.25

Exchange Learning Inspires Sustainability in Lwakhakha Sub-Catchment 

April 2025 | Kapchorwa & Katakwi, Uganda   A recent exchange learning visit organized by AidEnvironment has sparked fresh insights among communities in the Lwakhakha sub-catchment, as part of the ongoing efforts under the World Bank-funded Integrated Water Management and Development Project (IWMDP). Hosted within Uganda’s Mpologoma Catchment, the visit brought together local government officials, leaders, and project beneficiaries for an […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 12.05.25

A Coffee Farmer’s Story: Transforming Plant Health with Bio-Slurry 

In the Mount Elgon region of Uganda, many coffee farmers are embracing sustainable practices to enhance their crop yields and reduce costs. One such farmer, Mr. Erick Takwar, has experienced a remarkable transformation in his coffee and banana farming through the use of bio-slurry, a residual material left after organic waste undergoes anaerobic digestion in biogas systems. This process breaks […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 10.03.25

Supporting communities in implementing Afforestation and Soil & Water Conservation Measures 

Supporting communities in micro-catchments around Kabuyanda Irrigation Scheme to implement Afforestation and Soil & Water Conservation Measures Written by the AidEnvironment team in Uganda  The Government of Uganda, with funding from the World Bank, is supporting the implementation of the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project (ICRP). The objective is to provide farmers in the project areas with access to irrigation […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 01.03.25

We are looking for new neighbours at our office space!

We are looking for new neighbours to share our floor in the Westerdokshuis business center. It is located in the center of Amsterdam, approximately 15 to 20 minutes walk from Amsterdam CS. Our office is located on the 4th floor of the building at the rear of the floor. In the space at the front of the floor there is […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 04.02.25

An update from Uganda: Team Reflection Retreat

January 2025   The Team Reflection Retreat (TRR) took place from 22nd – 25th January 2025, bringing the AidEnvironment East Africa Team together. Members from the Upper Nile, Kapchorwa and Lwakhakha Offices joined those in the Kampala Office to reflect on the previous year’s lessons and craft plans for 2025.  The main aim of the TRR was to enhance team […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 04.02.25

EMMA4EU Launches Advanced Training Course in Deforestation-Free Supply Chain Management

JOIN THE FIRST COURSE TO BECOME A DEFORESTATION-FREE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER  February, 2025 – The EMMA4EU project team is proud to announce the launch of an Advanced Training Course in Deforestation-Free Supply Chain Management: an innovative educational programme designed to equip professionals and master’s degree students with the knowledge and skills needed to manage supply chains in compliance with the […]

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By Natividad
AidEnvironment // 03.02.25

2024 Annual Report

Looking back at 2024 We’re thrilled to present AidEnvironment’s 2024 Annual Report, a comprehensive overview of our work and impact over the past year. This report details our key achievements in research focused on deforestation-free supply chains and initiatives in water and landscape management powered by communities on the ground, among others. Explore our programs and learn about the impact […]

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By Natividad
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AidEnvironment // 27.01.25

Top-Importer of Brazilian Leather and Frozen Beef: Italy

By Sarah Drost and Rita Raleira AidEnvironment’s risk profile of Italy  highlights that in 2023, the country ranked third among the EU’s top five importers of key commodities targeted under the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), bringing in approximately 11.6 million metric tons (MT) of goods like leather, palm oil, and coffee from non-EU countries. These imports make up 13% of […]

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