President Museveni told migrant cattle herders to leave northern Uganda again. The second order this year starts June 25 because the government wants to control free-roaming animals. Security officials met with the president on May 19 where he brought back his 2023 order that was stopped due to animal disease outbreaks. The first attempt failed when herders ignored the June 4 deadline to move their cattle.
Major Felix Busizoori spoke to reporters at army barracks about the new directive. He said the president banned moving free-range cattle from outside areas and made it illegal. The order lets officials check which herders really bought land and built proper fences with water access. Phase one already started with talks between local leaders and cattle owners before forced removal begins.
The eviction will take 65 days and happen area by area to avoid problems. Security forces, animal doctors, wildlife officers and cultural leaders will handle the process. Cattle owners must stay behind during checks to prove they legally bought land. Police Commissioner Philip Acaye asked everyone to stay calm and follow rules during the operation.
Western Uganda herders moved north over ten years searching for grass for their animals. Some bought or leased land properly but others took community land through fake deals without permission. Acholi traditional leaders worry about land being sold off, environmental damage and growing disputes with outsiders.
Major Felix Busizoori spoke to reporters at army barracks about the new directive. He said the president banned moving free-range cattle from outside areas and made it illegal. The order lets officials check which herders really bought land and built proper fences with water access. Phase one already started with talks between local leaders and cattle owners before forced removal begins.
The eviction will take 65 days and happen area by area to avoid problems. Security forces, animal doctors, wildlife officers and cultural leaders will handle the process. Cattle owners must stay behind during checks to prove they legally bought land. Police Commissioner Philip Acaye asked everyone to stay calm and follow rules during the operation.
Western Uganda herders moved north over ten years searching for grass for their animals. Some bought or leased land properly but others took community land through fake deals without permission. Acholi traditional leaders worry about land being sold off, environmental damage and growing disputes with outsiders.
