Condolence Message on the Passing of Mr. Frank Muramuzi of NAPE Uganda

It is with profound sadness that the Global Forest Coalition (GFC) has learned of the passing of Mr. Frank Muramuzi, Executive Director and founding member of the National Association of Professional Environmentalists (NAPE) in Uganda.

Frank was a pioneering environmental and human rights defender whose leadership and vision transformed environmental advocacy in Uganda, East Africa, and beyond. Over the course of his life, he served in many roles, including Chairperson of the Uganda Chapter of East African Community Organizations for the Management of Lake Victoria Resources, Board Member of the Uganda Coalition for Sustainable Development and the National Association for Women in Development Uganda, founding member of the African Rivers Network, and East African Coordinator of the Oil Watch Network. He was among the pioneer activists who founded Friends of the Earth and served as the first Chair of its Membership Development Board.

Frank’s legacy is one of unwavering commitment to protecting forests, rivers, and communities. He spearheaded national campaigns to save the Mabira and Bugoma forests, defended the rights of those affected by the Bujagali Dam, promoted alternative energy in Uganda and East Africa, and mobilized grassroots movements such as NAPE’s Community Green Radio and the women-led environmental movement in Uganda. His advocacy extended across continents, making him a widely respected figure in the global environmental justice community.

He was a leader as well as a friend, mentor, and inspiration to many in the GFC network. His voice resonated far beyond Uganda—across Africa and the world—through the media, in community gatherings, and in international forums, always speaking truth to power and standing firmly for justice.

On behalf of GFC’s members and partners, we extend our deepest condolences to Frank’s family, friends, and colleagues at NAPE. We stand with you in grief, and we honor his remarkable life by continuing the struggles he so passionately led.

May his memory continue to guide and inspire the fight for environmental and social justice everywhere.

12 Aug, 2025
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