Wildlife in Kidepo National Park near East Acholi community

Human-Wildlife Conflicts in Kidepo Cause Deaths and Crop Damage in East Acholi

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Over the past four months, human-wildlife conflicts in Kidepo have resulted in five deaths, 12 injuries, and the destruction of approximately 426 crop fields. These incidents have also led to 227 compensation claims from affected East Acholi residents. This situation highlights ongoing challenges between local communities and wildlife in the region.

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