 "A Crested Crane is a national significance to Uganda, occupying a prime position of the country’s national flag and coat of arms yet despite its serenity beauty and popularity, the crested crane is facing a threat of extinction."
UGANDA
CAROLINE NGABIRE
Height: 165 cm
Measurements: 31 in - 27 in - 39 in Career/Education: Personal Assistant to member of the Parliament  |
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS
My childhood was all fun and interesting until my mum left home and dad raised all the six kids single handedly . He tried so hard to take us to school by all means . I happen to be his second born child . But God has been so faithful since day one that I am so grateful.
WHAT IS YOUR MEMORABLE MOMENT?
20th of August, 2022, the day I was crowned Miss Earth Uganda, and forever grateful.
ANY SPECIAL STORIES OR FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY?
I think I got the best family ever. I am so grateful to them. They are so cooperative, so loving and kind, and they have the best hearts ever. They come through for anyone, anytime, and any day if they are able. They are so passionate and so friendly, they are all I could ever ask for from God. I am so blessed to have them.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE?
Tried water sliding. It was scary but now I love it.
WHAT TIPS CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE ECOTOURISM & CLIMATE CHANGE?
Uganda has outstanding features; largest freshwater lake on the continent, the source of the longest river, the strongest waterfall , largest number of primates , largest mountain gorillas , gorgeous forests and a lot more. Well, we need to practice waste and recycling, reduce pollution, conserve water, hold educative programs, participate, volunteer, plant trees and practice a little care in our gardens.
WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD OF YOUR COUNTRY?
Uganda has the best climate ever, green landscape all over, beautiful fauna, fresh water bodies, it has the longest river in the whole world (River Nile), good soil for agriculture, and above all, it has hospitable people who are very friendly and loving.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVOCACY?
I advocate for environmental awareness by practicing the 5Rs: Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Respect, and also poverty alleviation through eco tourism. Before we attract tourists we have to conserve, preserve and protect wildlife and nature of Mother Earth.
