As Uganda continues to host thousands of refugees, land conflicts are emerging as one of the most pressing challenges in settlements. While gender-based violence has often dominated discussions around refugee protection, disputes over land are quietly escalating into a crisis with far-reaching consequences. In settlements where over 80,000 refugees live, each household is allocated a 30 by 30 plot of land. Yet, this provision is increasingly inadequate for survival. New arrivals often struggle to understand boundaries, while host communities sometimes view refugee cultivation as encroachment. One refugee explained: “Once your crops are mature, they may be harvested by others before you even begin. It is a common issue.” The situation […]
