UNHCR refugee farm project clearing natural forest in Itirikwa sub county, Adjumani, raises official concern

According to The Independent, a UNHCR commercial farm project for refugees and host communities, launched in Adjumani district, involves clearing about 2,000 acres of natural forest near Zoka central forest reserve, with more than 180 acres already cleared. Deputy Prime Minister Gen. Moses Ali, the National Forestry Authority and district leaders voiced concern about environmental degradation, and the parties said a meeting would be convened on the matter.