Dr. Alex Barakagira is an ardent Environmentalist, Researcher, and Administrator serving as the Dean School of Sciences at Nkumba University.
He holds a PhD in Environmental Geography from Nelson Mandela University in Port Elizabeth, South Africa with research interests in environmental sciences, climate change, and community-based conservation.
His most notable publications include;
- “Green practices implementation for environmental sustainability by five-star hotels in Kampala, Uganda” (2023)
- “Community livelihood activities as key determinants for community-based conservation of wetlands in Uganda” (2017)
- “The role of wetland management agencies within the local community in the conservation of wetlands in Uganda” (2019)
As the Dean, his role includes managing, coordinating and supervising the Natural Resources Management, Hospitality, Applied Sciences, plus the Nursing and Midwifery departments which constitute the School of Sciences. In addition to this, he also teaches students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Dr. Alex Barakagira continues to be a leading voice in environmental sciences, inspiring future generations of researchers and practitioners to address the pressing environmental issues of our time.
