For more than 20 years, THP-Uganda has made eco-farming and sustainable livelihoods a reality for thousands of people, marking a significant step towards a sustainable end to hunger.
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Aisha Creates Access to Healthcare Amid a Pandemic
As lockdowns went into place in Uganda in 2020, local leader Aisha worked to ensure that women in her community had access to family planning services.
New Study Says Uganda Farmer Field Schools Promote Climate Change Resilience
The new study shows the efficacy of Farmer Field Schools in empowering farmers to adapt to climate change.
In Uganda, Namukasa Starts Saving for Her Future
At just 10 years old, Namukasa is investing in her own education and future after participating in The Hunger Project-Uganda’s training on microfinance.
Expanding Safe Water Enterprise Kiosks in Uganda
In 2013, The Hunger Project (Uganda, Australia and Germany) partnered with Siemens Stiftung and the SkyJuice Foundation to launch the Safe Water Enterprise. The Enterprise is a community-driven program that produces safe drinking water, sold at a reasonable rate to...
The Hunger Project-Uganda Celebrates World AIDS Day with Event and Focus on Child Marriage
The Hunger Project-Uganda celebrated World AIDS Day on December 7, with an event attended by over 500 people. The day built awareness around HIV/AIDS and testing, and also focused on child marriage and it’s role in spreading the infection.
Uganda Epicenter Achieves Its Self-Reliance Targets
We are thrilled to announce that Kiruhura Epicenter — has achieved its targets set for declaring self-reliance.
The Hunger Project-Uganda and Her Choice Collaborate to End Child Marriage
The Hunger Project is excited to be part of Her Choice—an alliance of organizations that are working to halt child marriage in 11 countries, with the long-term goal of supporting the creation of child marriage-free communities in which girls and young women are free to decide if, when and whom to marry.
In Uganda, Hadijja is Elected as an Epicenter Leader and is Determined to Make A Difference
Hadijja is proof that when women are given the resources, tools and information, they can thrive and become key change agents of change benefiting society.
Advances In Ending Child Marriage In Bangladesh, Uganda and Burkina Faso
The Hunger Project’s programs in Bangladesh, Uganda and Burkina Faso are helping end child marriages through legislative changes, advocacy, and educational initiatives.
Hunger Project Country Director of Uganda Calls for Inclusiveness at the UN Hearings
Daisy Owomugasho, The Hunger Project Country Director of Uganda was selected to be a respondent for the UN interactive hearings on the Post-2015 development agenda. She spoke of the need to localize the Sustainable Development Goals and to ensure the process is bottom up.
The Hunger Project-Uganda Implements Global Climate Change Alliance Project
In an effort to increase the resilience of rural populations and cope with climate change, The Hunger-Project Uganda co-launched a Global Climate Change Alliance (GCCA). Check out how this alliance is increasing the resilience of rural populations to protect the planet.
Robinah, the founding mother of Ugandan epicenters
Honorary Robinah Ssetenda, Woman Councilor of Bukasa Parish at Wakiso Sub County Council in the Wakiso District, dedicates her time to improving the livelihood of her fellow community members. A resident of Bukasa’s “A” village, Robinah was born in 1970 and was...
Uganda Reaches New Heights in Health and Nutrition in 2014
The Hunger Project-Uganda focused on health and nutrition in 2014 with the opening of a new health center.
Community Members Bring Safe Drinking Water to Villages in Uganda
One year ago, it was difficult to access reliable, safe drinking water at many villages in Namayumba Epicenter in Uganda. Today, the community has access to safe water as a result of The Safe Water Enterprise (SWE), a program implemented in collaboration with The Hunger Project (Uganda, Australia and Germany), Siemens Stiftung and SkyJuice Foundation.
Reducing Stigma of HIV in Uganda
Lady Madinah recounts how her local epicenter and community in Uganda helped her not only come to terms with her HIV diagnosis, but also empowered her to stand proud and help others. Read her story.
THP-Uganda Epicenters Move Toward Self Reliance
THP-Malawi inaguarated microfinance institutions at two of its epicenters and hosted monitoring and evaluation officers from several THP Africa countries for a learning visit. In addition, several epicenters undertook income generating activities like hall and chair hire services and planted orange fresh sweet potatoes to serve as demonstration plots and seed multiplication sites.
New WHO Report Says Uganda Maternal Mortality Rates Down, Still Work to Do
According to a recent report from the World Health Organization, maternal deaths in Uganda have been reducing at a rate of 5.1% every year over the last ten years. The United Nations Millennium Development Goals for 2015 have called for the improvement of maternal...
Ugandan Woman Reaps Lasting Rewards
A Hunger Project loan helped Edridah Tumushabe Warugaba begin a small poultry business. In doing so, she developed skills which will ensure her success in the future.Ugandan Woman Reaps Lasting Rewards
How to Succeed in Business, THP in Uganda
Munanukye Venance began a small venture in animal husbandry, after attending THP-Uganda trainings in 2004. Today his clever business sense has made the diverse and sustainable enterprise a success. He stands as an outstanding example for his community.
20 Years of Sustainable Livelihoods in Uganda
For more than 20 years, THP-Uganda has made eco-farming and sustainable livelihoods a reality for thousands of people, marking a significant step towards a sustainable end to hunger.
Aisha Creates Access to Healthcare Amid a Pandemic
As lockdowns went into place in Uganda in 2020, local leader Aisha worked to ensure that women in her community had access to family planning services.
New Study Says Uganda Farmer Field Schools Promote Climate Change Resilience
The new study shows the efficacy of Farmer Field Schools in empowering farmers to adapt to climate change.
In Uganda, Namukasa Starts Saving for Her Future
At just 10 years old, Namukasa is investing in her own education and future after participating in The Hunger Project-Uganda’s training on microfinance.
Expanding Safe Water Enterprise Kiosks in Uganda
In 2013, The Hunger Project (Uganda, Australia and Germany) partnered with Siemens Stiftung and the SkyJuice Foundation to launch the Safe Water Enterprise. The Enterprise is a community-driven program that produces safe drinking water, sold at a reasonable rate to...
The Hunger Project-Uganda Celebrates World AIDS Day with Event and Focus on Child Marriage
The Hunger Project-Uganda celebrated World AIDS Day on December 7, with an event attended by over 500 people. The day built awareness around HIV/AIDS and testing, and also focused on child marriage and it’s role in spreading the infection.
Uganda Epicenter Achieves Its Self-Reliance Targets
We are thrilled to announce that Kiruhura Epicenter — has achieved its targets set for declaring self-reliance.
The Hunger Project-Uganda and Her Choice Collaborate to End Child Marriage
The Hunger Project is excited to be part of Her Choice—an alliance of organizations that are working to halt child marriage in 11 countries, with the long-term goal of supporting the creation of child marriage-free communities in which girls and young women are free to decide if, when and whom to marry.
In Uganda, Hadijja is Elected as an Epicenter Leader and is Determined to Make A Difference
Hadijja is proof that when women are given the resources, tools and information, they can thrive and become key change agents of change benefiting society.