On 27th June 2023, Students led protest erupted at the parliament of Uganda where over 22 Students participated in a march calling upon the parliament of Uganda to have a clear position against the deadly pipeline project.
Key ralling points and demands were due to;
EACOP, as a crude oil pipeline spanning across Uganda, Tanzania, and international waters, raises alarming concerns regarding its impact on climate change and biodiversity. Our generation understands the urgent need for sustainable solutions and demands a shift towards renewable energy sources. We firmly believe that investing in clean, green technologies will pave the way for a healthier, more prosperous futureFurthermore, the EACOP project threatens to disrupt the lives and livelihoods of countless Ugandan communities, including our fellow students. The potential displacement of families and disruption of local economies will not only jeopardize education but also perpetuate social and economic inequalities. We stand united in advocating for justice and equity, ensuring that the voices of marginalized communities are heard and respected.As representatives of the vibrant climate students movement in Uganda, we recognize the urgency of addressing the dire consequences that the EACOP project poses. Our collective voices speak for the countless young minds who are deeply concerned.
As Usual the police blocked access for students to have their demands reach the office of the speaker, branding materials including banners were confiscated and the local press ordered not to air out any news surrounding this action. One student was arrested whose whereabouts remain unknown.
we call upon the government and Total Energies not to silence dissent voices coming up and speaking against this deadly pipeline project.
