
About
Hello, I am Dr. Solomon Sebuliba, a political ecologist and environmental governance scholar whose research sits at the intersection of environmental humanities, law, media, and science and technology studies. Originally trained as a natural scientist in conservation biology and environmental impact assessments, I examine how scientific knowledge, legal frameworks, and institutions shape environmental governance across diverse social and ecological contexts.
My research explores the politics of biodiversity, climate change, extinction, environmental crime, and responsibility, with a geographical focus spanning African landscapes, natural history collections, digital ecologies, ocean governance, and international spaces beyond national jurisdiction and outer space. Using interdisciplinary qualitative and quantitative methods, I investigate how environmental knowledge is produced, whose knowledge counts in decision-making, and how these processes influence conservation priorities and environmental futures.
Alongside my academic research, I work as a consultant and practitioner, contributing to the design of postcolonial exhibitions, and the development and negotiation of environmental law and policy at national and international levels.
Personal Philosophy
I believe that meaningful change comes from questioning assumptions, embracing intellectual curiosity, and working across boundaries. My goal is to produce research that not only advances knowledge but also contributes to fairer and more sustainable ways of governing our relationship with each other and the environment.
Expertise
🏛 Governance & Policy
Policy development and analysis,
treaty negotiations, and Global Commons research
🤝 Stakeholder Engagement
Intergovernmental collaboration, and multi-sector partnerships
🌱 Biodiversity & Environment
Ecosystem management,
conservation science, and IUCN Red List assessments
🔬 Science, Technology & Society
Science-policy interfaces,
technology studies, and knowledge production systems
🏺 Knowledge systems
Museums collections,
African indigenous knowledge systems, and exhibitions
🎤 Communication
Keynotes,
academic teaching, podcasts, and conferences
Career Highlights
Contributor to UN environmental initiatives
Experience in international treaty negotiations
IUCN Red List assessments for Africa
International educator and speaker
Co-founder of nSigo Incubate
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Check me out on other platforms:
Ocean Crime Narratives:https://ocn.uib.eu/team/
Marine Political Ecology Collective: https://marinepoliticalecology.net/solomon-sebuliba/
