Uganda, Feb. 28 -- As the scorching heat wave that continued to blanket Uganda last week and early this week subsided and torrential rainstorms took over, it become increasingly evident that climate change is no longer a distant threat but a stark reality that is impacting our daily lives. The rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, severe rains and erratic weather patterns are all hallmarks of this global phenomenon that demands our immediate attention and action.

The current heat wave gripping Kampala is not merely an inconvenience but a sign of the urgent need to address our environmental practices. Extreme weather events like this are becoming more frequent and intense, affecting not only our comfort but also our health, agriculture...