Examining environmental impact assessment as a mode of Implementing the Precautionary Principle in Uganda.
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Date
2019-06
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Kampala International University, School of law.
Abstract
Recognizing the need for environmental protection, environmental management and control
mechanisms have been evolving over time in various countries. Among which are the
Environmental Impact Assessments (E!As) and precautionary principle that also incorporate the
social and cultural aspect. Uganda is faced with the dilemma of developing the resource whilst
protecting the environment due to various mineral discoveries and the many economic activities;
more so those related to agriculture, development and industrialization. This paper therefore
examines the Environmental Impact Assessment as a mode of implementing the Precautionary
Principle in Uganda basing on the legal and institutional framework, public participation and
quality of the E!As and implementation. It concludes that Uganda has not t~tlly practicing the
E!As and this has created room for various individuals to exploit the loopholes identified to their
advantage. Nonetheless it is possible to improve on the EIA system if National Environment
Management Authority (NEMA) realizes the power it has through its legal mandate and also
continues engagement of the public.
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A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the
Requirements for the Award of a Bachelors Degree of Laws of Kampala
International University
Keywords
Environmental, Impact, Implementing, Precautionary Principle, Uganda