Uganda, March 13 -- Locals in Erusi Sub County, Nebbi District in West Nile region, have been tipped on their rights and constitutional mandate in as far as ownership of land is concerned.

West Nile region has for a long while faced land governance challenges and opportunities.

Although the region is known for its fertile land and agricultural potential, the locals face issues related to land tenure insecurity, land grabbing, gender disparities in land ownership, limited information and access to justice as well as land management practices.

Eastern and Southern Africa Small Scale Farmers' Forum (ESAFF) Uganda conducted a two-day land rights camp in the region last week to raise awareness about the significance of responsible land gove...