Group 1 - The training program in Uganda focused on bamboo charcoal production and utilization, with Chinese experts sharing knowledge on bamboo cultivation and industry development [1] - Bamboo is recognized as a renewable and environmentally friendly resource, contributing to sustainable development and addressing ecological and energy crises in Uganda [1] - The training included practical demonstrations of various bamboo products, highlighting the potential for local artisans to create marketable goods [1] Group 2 - Over 200 individuals have been trained in bamboo industry-related skills in Uganda, leading to the establishment of the Uganda Bamboo Development Center, which aids local farmers in processing bamboo into various products [2] - Uganda plans to cultivate 300,000 hectares of bamboo by 2029 and develop a processing industry that includes furniture manufacturing and biofuel production [2] - The collaboration between the Chinese government and African nations aims to promote bamboo as an alternative to plastic, aligning with local needs and supporting the growth of the bamboo industry in Uganda [2]