Healthy wetlands for the cranes and people of Rukiga, Uganda
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £325,902
WHERE Uganda
Summary
Kabale’s wetlands are under increasing human pressures from a growing human population needing farmland. The wetlands are vital for humans (for food and water security, and preventing flooding) and Uganda’s national bird, the Endangered Grey Crowned Crane (for nesting habitat). Our project aims to empower communities to conserve wetlands and cranes. Key activities provide alternative sustainable livelihoods and healthcare services (reducing unplanned pregnancy), coupled with habitat restoration, and soil and water conservation, enabling long-term wetland health for people and cranes.
