Underfunding failing wildlife compensation scheme

6th February 2025

"Compensation delays have worsened the suffering of victims. We recommend that UWA makes payments within 30 working days of verification to ensure affected families receive timely relief," Nayebare said.

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Tourism state minister Martin Mugarra said electric fencing is a key measure to stop problem animals. He also stated that the Government will consider increasing compensation for victims and ensuring payments are made without delays. (New Vision/Files)

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KAMPALA - The Government's failure to fully fund the Uganda Wildlife Compensation Scheme has left hundreds of victims of human-wildlife conflict without financial relief.

Parliament's tourism committee, chaired by

Underfunding failing wildlife compensation scheme

"Compensation delays have worsened the suffering of victims. We recommend that UWA makes payments within 30 working days of verification to ensure affected families receive timely relief," Nayebare said.

Tourism state minister Martin Mugarra said electric fencing is a key measure to stop problem animals. He also stated that the Government will consider increasing compensation for victims and ensuring payments are made without delays. (New Vision/Files)

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