Tribute from Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka to Dr Jane Goodall I am deeply shocked by the passing of a legend who touched countless human and animal lives. I received the news just before I gave a talk at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and we held a moment of silence

Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Jane Goodall. She was such an extraordinary person. When we hosted her in Kampala in 2023, her humility and passion for nature left a lasting impression. Her legacy will continue to inspire us to protect our planet. 🌍 @JaneGoodallInst @JGI_ug

In 2023, when I heard that it would be her last visit to 🇺🇬 and travels round the world, I knew I had to see her one last time I covered that story with all my heart while still @nbstv Her gentle spirit, wisdom and passion for conservation will forever inspire me RIP Dr.JGoodall

Today, the world mourns the passing of a true icon and conservation legend, Dr. Jane Goodall, a towering figure whose journey began in Africa’s forests and went on to shape the conscience of the world. Her groundbreaking work did not just transform science, but humanity’s

#RestInPeace #JaneGoodall Yesterday, I was heartbroken to hear of Dr. Jane Goodall’s passing. I met her in 2018. This shaped my #conservation storytelling. Working with @JGI_ug for 5 years, I witnessed her legacy firsthand. She inspired generations and her vision will live on.

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Jane Goodall, whom I had the privilege of knowing. She dedicated her life to protecting nature and giving a voice to animals. Jane’s kindness, wisdom, and dedication leave a legacy that will inspire generations to come. @JGI_ug

CTPH works closely with @JGI_ug, and we were honored to receive an award from them in 2018. We mourn the passing of #DrJaneGoodall, whose discoveries have changed our understanding of animals, people, and our planet. She showed us how similar chimpanzees are to humans,

@HungaryHelps These changes are helping make school safer and more accessible for all learners. Girls in particular now have better support to stay in school and thrive. Supporting access to education is central to our mission—for people, animals, and the environment. 🌍

With support from JGI Uganda & Hungary, @HungaryHelps, and the Diocese of Kigezi, the community now has: ✅ 2 motor boats for daily transport ✅ 15 boat docks ✅ A swimming pool for water safety ✅ New teacher housing & a main hall

Until recently, many students and teachers had to pay for boats, use unsafe canoes—or swim—to reach school. This led to absenteeism, poor performance, and dropout, especially among girls. These weren’t just education issues—they were safety issues.

Bwama Primary School serves 477 learners on Lake Bunyonyi’s largest island. It's the only school on the lake. For decades, students faced serious barriers: 🚫 No safe transport 🚫 No clean water 🚫 No staff housing 🚫 Poor hygiene facilities, esp. for girls

🏫 On a remote island in Uganda’s deepest lake, students once swam or paddled to reach school. Today, that’s changing. JGI Uganda is working with partners to improve access to education—especially for girls—on Bwaama Island. 🧵 #HopeThroughAction #JGIUganda

@newvisionwire @IGCP @ugwildlife Additional coverage: Daily Monitor Newspaper https://t.co/JBPYTaWNVD Ntv Uganda https://t.co/jMIpqtEEGE Softpower UG https://t.co/i6WXTd3xEM Uganda radio Network https://t.co/GYTSMJ6P86 Independent Newspaper https://t.co/KbKacBcOVn

A major milestone for great ape conservation is in the news. @newvisionwire covers the historic chimpanzee & mountain gorilla census in Bwindi, led by JGI UG, @IGCP, @ugwildlife & @GVTC_ea. Strengthening science-based conservation & regional collaboration. https://t.co/Rx87U50va5

@IGCP @ugwildlife Special thanks to our global JGI family—JGI USA, Austria, Netherlands, Switzerland, and Germany—for making this groundbreaking work possible. #HopeInAction #ScienceWithHeart

The chimpanzee census is led by @JGIUganda. The gorilla census is led by @IGCP. Both are working in close collaboration with @ugwildlife & the Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration.

Trackers underwent intensive training in nest count techniques, geo-referenced data collection, and mobile-based tools to ensure the highest quality field data for this 30-day survey.

This is the first time both chimpanzees & mountain gorillas are being surveyed concurrently in Bwindi—one of Africa’s richest ecosystems. The results will guide conservation, strengthen habitat protection, & deepen regional collaboration.

A historic dual census of chimpanzees & mountain gorillas is underway in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park! Led by JGI Uganda & @IGCP, in partnership with @ugwildlife & GVTC, this effort brings 30+ trained trackers to survey Uganda’s iconic great apes. #BwindiCensus #GreatApes

Today, thanks to the support of the @European Union Delegation in Uganda, UBF completed the implementation of a 4-year restoration & conservation program in and around refugee settlements in Uganda. Kudos to @OPMUganda, @MWE, @NFAUG, @TheWCS, @EcoUg_Official and @NatureUganda_