Experiencing Interruptions?

A Journey Without A Map

One of the most densely populated countries in Africa, Uganda has seen its population double in 12 years, while its forests have shrunk to only 10% of their original cover. Can plantation forestry improve lives and relieve pressure on its natural forests?

With 95% of the population dependant on toxic charcoal and wood fuel for cooking, Uganda's forests could be wiped out by 2050 if nothing is done to replant the trees that we are losing.

  • James Thomson
    Director
  • Thomas Hogben
    Director of Photography
  • Alfred Rwamirego
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Genres:
    Environmental Sustainability, Community, Forests, Energy, Sustainable Development
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 31 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 20, 2019
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    Uganda
  • Language:
    English, Swahili
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital - HD
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • National Geographic Short Film Showcase
    Washington DC
    United States
    April 8, 2019
    Official Selection
  • Global Landscapes Forum Nairobi 2018, UNEP Headquarters
    Nairobi
    Kenya
    August 30, 2018
    African Premiere
Distribution Information
  • National Geographic Documentaries
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
Director Biography - James Thomson

Exploring themes of people, place and nature, James is an seeks to better understand our dependencies between society, industry and the environment.

James has an MSc in Environmental Sustainability and a BA Hons degree in Documentary Photography. Based in Edinburgh, James is working on a long-term project about our relationship with forests.

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Director Statement

"We set out to understand the potential of plantation forests in East Africa as a tool for sustainable growth. There is no clear map - but with innovation, fairness and respect, there is plenty of hope".