Uganda: CEOs Asked to Embrace Sustainable Practices to Deal With Climate Change Effects

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Chief Executive Officers have been urged to integrate sustainable practices in their business model to avert risks associated with climate change in Uganda.

This call was made during the 14th edition of the Annual CEO Forum held at Kampala Sheraton Hotel on Thursday under the theme; Navigating the climate crisis: A call to action and attracted over 100 business leaders and key decision makers who convened to deliberate on key issues that not only drive organization success but champion sustainability conversation in the society.

"Such a forum enables us to compare notes as thought leaders in different spheres, on how we can embrace sustainable practices for our businesses and communities, by drawing inspiration from the global concept of the"Big ESG Idea" that entails Environmental, Social, and Governance, alongside various other sustainability initiatives in sectors ranging from development, government, business among others to share insights, and take decisive action towards addressing the climate...

The Head of the National SDG Secretariat, at the Office of the Prime Minister in Uganda, Dr. Albert Byamugisha commended the CEO forum for offering a valuable platform for business leaders to exchange ideas, and address challenges related to improving the economy and communities in the country. The CEO forum was established to inspire thought-provoking discussions by bringing together business leaders to debate and exchange on the issues affecting the region's economic development.

 

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