NatureUganda Links Culture to Wetlands

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NatureUganda and partners convened a public dialogue on 29 January 2026 to mark World Wetlands Day, focusing on the theme “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage.” Policymakers, cultural leaders, conservationists, and researchers explored how customs, taboos, and spiritual beliefs have historically guided sustainable wetland use. Speakers emphasized integrating traditional knowledge with science, policy, and community action to strengthen stewardship, empower youth and women, and preserve both ecological and cultural values in Uganda’s wetlands.