Jamil Kusiima (born 17 December 1983), is a Ugandan environmental consultant, policy analyst, and researcher. This made him known for his credibility and confidence in handling environmental issues, especially concerning health.[1][2] His work spans various domains, including environmental impact assessments, waste management, and sustainable development.[2][3]
Background and education
editJamil was born in Hoima District, in the western region of Uganda. After his progress in academic pursuit from primary, and secondary school to university, he was admitted to Clarkson University a private research university with its main campus in Potsdam, New York.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry awarded from Makerere University Uganda's largest and oldest institution of higher learning and a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering awarded from Clarkson University.
Career
editFor over thirteen years, Jamil Kusiima emphasized the importance of waste management for the sustainability of Uganda’s oil exploration. As the country explores its oil resources, addressing waste management becomes crucial to minimize environmental impact and ensure long-term sustainability.[2][4]
He has gained notice due to his contributions to development projects in Africa and Asia, funded by the World Bank/IFC, AfDB, USAID, JICA, Exim Bank, international NGOs government ministries, departments, agencies, and the private sector.[3] He has given significant insights towards health and the environment in Africa, especially in Uganda's NEMA.[5][6][1][2]
Notes
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "NEMA must act fast on pollution". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-19.
- ^ a b c d "We must tackle environmental triggers of cancer in our country". Monitor. 2022-04-26. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
- ^ a b "Waste management, key to sustainability of Uganda’s Oil". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
- ^ "Waste management, key to sustainability of Uganda’s Oil". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
- ^ "CERTIFIED & REGISTERED ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTITIONERS IN UGANDA, 2018" (PDF). NEMA.
- ^ "Time to bite, NEMA has barked long enough!". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-04-19.