The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, Hassan Abbasi, today (April 20, 2026) held discussions with the Permanent Secretary in Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Doreen S. Katusiime, who is in Tanzania with her delegation on a study tour focused on Tanzania’s strategies in combating poaching and illegal wildlife trade.
During the visit, the Ugandan delegation is touring anti-poaching and wildlife protection initiatives as part of a knowledge exchange program among countries implementing similar projects, aimed at sharing best practices and strengthening capacity.
Highlighting Tanzania’s conservation achievements, Dr. Abbasi noted a significant decline in poaching, adding that the country now leads globally with an estimated 17,000 lions, compared to approximately 6,500 in Uganda.
The two leaders also agreed to strengthen collaboration between their respective sectors to enhance their contribution to conservation and sustainable development.
