Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise
@metgetrees.bsky.social
METGE is a 'not for profit' organization, registered and based in Uganda with its operations mainly in the Elgon sub-region in the districts of Bududa, Manafwa, Sironko, Namisindwa, Bulambuli, Mbale and Bukedea.
Deborah Nabulobi has been elected as the Sub-county Councilor representing Bumaena Parish in Bukiende Sub-county in the Uganda 2026 general electionds. Her rise to leadership is a direct outcome of the Gender and Climate Justice Programme, supported by @sizeofwales.bsky.social
February 5, 2026 at 7:29 AM
Deborah Nabulobi has been elected as the Sub-county Councilor representing Bumaena Parish in Bukiende Sub-county in the Uganda 2026 general electionds. Her rise to leadership is a direct outcome of the Gender and Climate Justice Programme, supported by @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Obbo Jackson, a farmer from Bukedea District, is one of the many beneficiaries of the extension services and free tree seedlings provided by Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise (METGE) at Kanyanga tree nursery site.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
February 3, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Obbo Jackson, a farmer from Bukedea District, is one of the many beneficiaries of the extension services and free tree seedlings provided by Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise (METGE) at Kanyanga tree nursery site.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
Bukedea Technical Institute is among the beneficiaries of the Kocheka Community Tree Nursery Site in Bukedea District. Through access to free tree seedlings, the school has transformed its compound into a green and healthy learning environment. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
February 3, 2026 at 9:57 AM
Bukedea Technical Institute is among the beneficiaries of the Kocheka Community Tree Nursery Site in Bukedea District. Through access to free tree seedlings, the school has transformed its compound into a green and healthy learning environment. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Meet Alice Wabule — an aspiring District Councillor for Butta Sub-county, Manafwa District, Chairperson of Fuluma Yetaana Savings & Credit Association, and a beneficiary of the Advancing Gender Equality for Climate Change Resilience Project, supported by @sizeofwales.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Meet Alice Wabule — an aspiring District Councillor for Butta Sub-county, Manafwa District, Chairperson of Fuluma Yetaana Savings & Credit Association, and a beneficiary of the Advancing Gender Equality for Climate Change Resilience Project, supported by @sizeofwales.bsky.social
We planted 600 bamboo suckers along River Namatala, Mbale City with communities to restore degraded riverbanks and reduce flood risks.
Bamboo stabilizes soil, controls erosion, improves water quality& supports livelihoods.
20km+ of rivers rehabilitated in Mbale & Sironko. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Bamboo stabilizes soil, controls erosion, improves water quality& supports livelihoods.
20km+ of rivers rehabilitated in Mbale & Sironko. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
January 23, 2026 at 2:30 PM
We planted 600 bamboo suckers along River Namatala, Mbale City with communities to restore degraded riverbanks and reduce flood risks.
Bamboo stabilizes soil, controls erosion, improves water quality& supports livelihoods.
20km+ of rivers rehabilitated in Mbale & Sironko. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Bamboo stabilizes soil, controls erosion, improves water quality& supports livelihoods.
20km+ of rivers rehabilitated in Mbale & Sironko. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Pawpaw trees are now bearing fruit! Nutritious and healthy, they are being harvested by farmers, improving household nutrition, generating income, and strengthening livelihoods in Kocheka Sub-county, Bukedea District.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
January 20, 2026 at 6:58 AM
Pawpaw trees are now bearing fruit! Nutritious and healthy, they are being harvested by farmers, improving household nutrition, generating income, and strengthening livelihoods in Kocheka Sub-county, Bukedea District.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
We conducted a joint project monitoring exercise with the Mbale District Local Government, aimed at accelerating project impact and enhancing coordination. The exercise focused on assessing progress and sharing the impact being experienced by beneficiaries. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
January 13, 2026 at 5:25 AM
We conducted a joint project monitoring exercise with the Mbale District Local Government, aimed at accelerating project impact and enhancing coordination. The exercise focused on assessing progress and sharing the impact being experienced by beneficiaries. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
For many years, Odeke Erone Franciss says, accessing quality tree seedlings was a major challenge. Despite his desire to restore his land and plant trees, the high cost of seedlings and long distances to established nurseries made tree growing almost impossible. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
December 16, 2025 at 2:11 PM
For many years, Odeke Erone Franciss says, accessing quality tree seedlings was a major challenge. Despite his desire to restore his land and plant trees, the high cost of seedlings and long distances to established nurseries made tree growing almost impossible. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Meet Oliver Nafuna from Nemba Trading Centre in Bulegeni Subcounty,Bulambuli District—one of the many inspiring women transforming their landscapes through tree planting.
After picking free tree seedlings like Acrocarpus, Terminalia, Musizi, and Indian Mahogany seedlings from Samazi Nursery.
After picking free tree seedlings like Acrocarpus, Terminalia, Musizi, and Indian Mahogany seedlings from Samazi Nursery.
November 26, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Meet Oliver Nafuna from Nemba Trading Centre in Bulegeni Subcounty,Bulambuli District—one of the many inspiring women transforming their landscapes through tree planting.
After picking free tree seedlings like Acrocarpus, Terminalia, Musizi, and Indian Mahogany seedlings from Samazi Nursery.
After picking free tree seedlings like Acrocarpus, Terminalia, Musizi, and Indian Mahogany seedlings from Samazi Nursery.
METGE, together with the Bungokho Rural Development Center and the Mount Elgon Agroforestry Communities Cooperative Enterprise, has completed a hands-on training on plant tea—an organic, low-cost bio-fertilizer made from locally available plant materials.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
November 26, 2025 at 6:20 AM
METGE, together with the Bungokho Rural Development Center and the Mount Elgon Agroforestry Communities Cooperative Enterprise, has completed a hands-on training on plant tea—an organic, low-cost bio-fertilizer made from locally available plant materials.
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social
With support from Admiral, farmers from four community groups in Kinyofu, Masira , Bulambuli District have received hands-on training in Sustainable Land Management (SLM) to address the growing challenges of land degradation, and declining agricultural productivity @sizeofwales.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 5:45 AM
With support from Admiral, farmers from four community groups in Kinyofu, Masira , Bulambuli District have received hands-on training in Sustainable Land Management (SLM) to address the growing challenges of land degradation, and declining agricultural productivity @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Sowing of Seeds at Algoi Community Tree Nursery Site in Algoi Sub-county, Bukedea District. The Nursery site raises 90,000 seedlings annually.
The nursery also serves neighboring areas, including Kachumbala Sub-county and Kongunga Town Council. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
The nursery also serves neighboring areas, including Kachumbala Sub-county and Kongunga Town Council. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Sowing of Seeds at Algoi Community Tree Nursery Site in Algoi Sub-county, Bukedea District. The Nursery site raises 90,000 seedlings annually.
The nursery also serves neighboring areas, including Kachumbala Sub-county and Kongunga Town Council. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
The nursery also serves neighboring areas, including Kachumbala Sub-county and Kongunga Town Council. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
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“The trees planted in this area play a crucial role in demarcating the park boundary, restoring degraded land, protecting vital water catchments, and supporting livelihoods through sustainable land management.”
- Nicola Pulman, Director, Size of Wales
Thank you @metgetrees.bsky.social
- Nicola Pulman, Director, Size of Wales
Thank you @metgetrees.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“The trees planted in this area play a crucial role in demarcating the park boundary, restoring degraded land, protecting vital water catchments, and supporting livelihoods through sustainable land management.”
- Nicola Pulman, Director, Size of Wales
Thank you @metgetrees.bsky.social
- Nicola Pulman, Director, Size of Wales
Thank you @metgetrees.bsky.social
Reposted by Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise
“It is truly inspiring to see such a collaborative effort with the National Park authorities, project partners, and local communities all working hand in hand toward a shared vision. This partnership is a shining example of what can be achieved when people unite for a common
environmental goal...
environmental goal...
November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“It is truly inspiring to see such a collaborative effort with the National Park authorities, project partners, and local communities all working hand in hand toward a shared vision. This partnership is a shining example of what can be achieved when people unite for a common
environmental goal...
environmental goal...
Reposted by Mount Elgon Tree Growing Enterprise
“It was wonderful to see the progress of the Tree Planting for Improved Livelihoods (TPIL) Project in Bulambuli District in Ganzo-Mayiyi Parishes in Masira and Bumugibole subcounties, along the boundary of Mount Elgon National Park in Uganda, last week...
November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
“It was wonderful to see the progress of the Tree Planting for Improved Livelihoods (TPIL) Project in Bulambuli District in Ganzo-Mayiyi Parishes in Masira and Bumugibole subcounties, along the boundary of Mount Elgon National Park in Uganda, last week...
In collaboration with Stanbic Bank Uganda, we carried out a tree planting exercise at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital to enhance the hospital’s greenery. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to climate change mitigation and adaptation within our communities. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 6:56 AM
In collaboration with Stanbic Bank Uganda, we carried out a tree planting exercise at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital to enhance the hospital’s greenery. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to climate change mitigation and adaptation within our communities. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
New growth is emerging in Mount Elgon National Park, Ganzo-Mayiyi in Bulambuli District, where we have successfully restored 108 hectares in the park.
Through a community-driven restoration initiative, life is coming back to degraded areas of the Park. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Through a community-driven restoration initiative, life is coming back to degraded areas of the Park. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
New growth is emerging in Mount Elgon National Park, Ganzo-Mayiyi in Bulambuli District, where we have successfully restored 108 hectares in the park.
Through a community-driven restoration initiative, life is coming back to degraded areas of the Park. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Through a community-driven restoration initiative, life is coming back to degraded areas of the Park. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
We extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate the raising, distributing, and planting of 25 million trees across the Mount Elgon region since 2010.
Together, we’re restoring land, empowering lives, and growing hope for generations to come. 💚 @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Together, we’re restoring land, empowering lives, and growing hope for generations to come. 💚 @sizeofwales.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
We extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate the raising, distributing, and planting of 25 million trees across the Mount Elgon region since 2010.
Together, we’re restoring land, empowering lives, and growing hope for generations to come. 💚 @sizeofwales.bsky.social
Together, we’re restoring land, empowering lives, and growing hope for generations to come. 💚 @sizeofwales.bsky.social
All smiles, running with purpose — from the hills of Mt Elgon to the hearts of our communities, we are 25 million trees strong! 💚
The Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
The Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 26, 2025 at 6:39 AM
All smiles, running with purpose — from the hills of Mt Elgon to the hearts of our communities, we are 25 million trees strong! 💚
The Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
The Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Sweat today, shade tomorrow. 🌳💦
Running for a greener Mount Elgon! 💚
The 25 Million Trees Distribution Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Running for a greener Mount Elgon! 💚
The 25 Million Trees Distribution Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 26, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Sweat today, shade tomorrow. 🌳💦
Running for a greener Mount Elgon! 💚
The 25 Million Trees Distribution Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Running for a greener Mount Elgon! 💚
The 25 Million Trees Distribution Milestone was made possible through the generous support of the Welsh Government, through the @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Her Excellency, the British High Commissioner for Uganda,Lisa Chesney, congratulates the achievements of METGE for our efforts to distribute 25 million trees. Thank you ! @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Her Excellency, the British High Commissioner for Uganda,Lisa Chesney, congratulates the achievements of METGE for our efforts to distribute 25 million trees. Thank you ! @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Excitement fills the air as the marathon is officially flagged off the 25 million trees milestone celebrations— a symbol of collective action for a greener, resilient Mount Elgon region. @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Excitement fills the air as the marathon is officially flagged off the 25 million trees milestone celebrations— a symbol of collective action for a greener, resilient Mount Elgon region. @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
We are up and running in celebrating the distribution of 25 million trees in the Mt. Elgon Region and Bukedea. @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 5:42 AM
We are up and running in celebrating the distribution of 25 million trees in the Mt. Elgon Region and Bukedea. @sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
Trust your training and follow your route — whether you’re walking, running 5km, or taking on the 10km challenge, let the rhythm of your stride carry you to the finish line. Everyone is catered for! #Celebrating25milliontrees
@sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
October 24, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Trust your training and follow your route — whether you’re walking, running 5km, or taking on the 10km challenge, let the rhythm of your stride carry you to the finish line. Everyone is catered for! #Celebrating25milliontrees
@sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
@sizeofwales.bsky.social @barbara-davies-quy.bsky.social
We conducted a Safeguarding Training for our staff and Board members. The session aimed to strengthen our understanding and commitment to protecting the rights, safety, and well-being of all individuals we work with from any form of harm, abuse, or exploitation. @sizeofwales.bsky.social
October 24, 2025 at 8:49 PM
We conducted a Safeguarding Training for our staff and Board members. The session aimed to strengthen our understanding and commitment to protecting the rights, safety, and well-being of all individuals we work with from any form of harm, abuse, or exploitation. @sizeofwales.bsky.social