Assessing the Recognition, Documentation, and Promotion of Local Community Rights Around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

A study on Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP) reveals that while economic and cultural rights, such as revenue sharing and access to medicinal plants, are widely recognized by local communities, participatory rights like information access and employment opportunities remain limited. Rights are primarily defined through legal documents and strategic plans, but community awareness is inconsistent. Efforts to promote these rights have shown some success, yet challenges in transparency, inclusivity, and fair compensation persist. The research used a mixed-methods approach, including surveys of 120 households and interviews with 30 key informants across three districts. It recommends equitable governance frameworks to enhance trust, community engagement, and sustainable conservation outcomes.

Ainomujuni, J., Twinamatsiko, M., Smis, S., & Muchunguzi, C. (2026). Assessing the Recognition, Documentation, and Promotion of Local Community Rights Around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. East African Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 9(2), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.37284/eajis.9.2.5038