Achwa River

River in South Sudan and Uganda
3°44′52″N 31°55′25″E / 3.7478°N 31.9237°E / 3.7478; 31.9237
White Nile River
White Nile River
White and Blue Nile.
Map showing the White and Blue Nile rivers

The Achwa River is a river of Uganda. It flows through the northern central part of the country, draining much of Uganda's northern plateau and northeastern highlands, before crossing the border into South Sudan where it joins the White Nile. In South Sudan it is known as the Aswa River. The river is a lifeline for communities along its path through offering fishing activities.[1]

The river is a source of livelihood to nearby communities despite being under degradation threats.[2][3] It is a protected area.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Human activities threaten River Aswa". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-06-06.
  2. ^ "Human activities threaten River Aswa". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  3. ^ "Rise of Okom: Restoring Uganda's Aswa Basin". Wetlands International Africa. 2021. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  4. ^ "Protected Planet | Achwa River". Protected Planet. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
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