Gov’t Pumps Shs15Bn In Fight Against Locusts As They Draw Closer To Uganda’s Borders
By Keefa Nuwahereza
Locusts Move Closer To Uganda's BordersThe country is headed for catastrophe after reports coming indicate that the locusts are now 500 meters away from entering Uganda.
According to environmentalists, it is highly anticipated that by Tuesday the devastating insects will be already in Uganda, especially in areas near the borders of Uganda with Kenya.
Locusts have so far invaded countries like Somalia, Kenya, Yemen and other countries. It should however be noted that government last week released Shs15Bn to help the ministry of Agriculture, fisheries and Animal Husbandry to fight the locust invasion.
Appearing before the committee on public accounts-central government, accountant General Lawrence Semakula said the funds are to be drawn from the Continge...