Uganda, April 25 -- Over 500 indigenous tree species have been planted in the move to restore forest cover around River Rwizi in Mbarara District.

Absa Bank Uganda in collaboration with Bishop Stuart University started this drive after various concerns about the disappearing forest cover and degradation which has brought about flooding and climate change effects in the area.

Mr Albert Byaruhanga, the Absa Bank's Business Banking Director, says the drive aims at environmental sustainability, highlighting the importance of collective action in safeguarding the environment.

"We have planted 500 trees in support of the great initiative of World Earth Day. Absa staff from Kampala and Mbarara have volunteered their time and manpower to parti...