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| Environmental Justice in Uganda's Oil and Gas Sector: Assessing Legal, Institutional, and Implementation Frameworks
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Kisubi Esther Christine
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Abstract:
This study explores the concept of environmental justice (EJ) within Uganda's emerging oil and gas sector, focusing on the legal, institutional, and implementation frameworks governing environmental protection and community participation. Drawing on theoretical perspectives such as environmental justice theory, participatory development theory, and institutional theory, the research examines the complexities and challenges of promoting EJ in the context of resource extraction. Through a comprehensive analysis of laws, regulations, and policies, supplemented by insights from scholarly literature and case studies, the study identifies gaps, challenges, and opportunities for enhancing EJ in Uganda's oil and gas sector. Key findings highlight the need for legal reforms to strengthen environmental governance, institutional capacity-building to improve regulatory oversight, and community empowerment initiatives to foster inclusive development. The study concludes with policy recommendations aimed at integrating EJ principles into decision-making processes and ensuring the sustainable management of natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations.
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