The government must protect the environment from abuse, pollution, and damage. It must manage natural resources in a way that meets present needs without harming future generations. You have the right to expect clean air, water, and land, and the government cannot allow unchecked pollution or destruction. The government must also teach people about environmental issues and how to care for the environment. If you see someone harming the environment, you can expect the government to take action to stop it.

to protect and preserve the environment from abuse, pollution and degradation;

to manage the environment for sustainable development; and

Parliament shall, by law, provide for measures intended—

Article 245 requires Parliament to enact laws for environmental protection, pollution control, and sustainable development.

Article 245: How Uganda protects the environment

Protection and preservation of the environment

Article 245: How Uganda protects the environment

Environment

245.Protection and preservation of the environment

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