LEMU and partners hold ‘Keep Your Land, Keep Your Seed Campaign’ learning visit at Adamasiko Seed Bank in Soroti
LEMU says grassroots models like Adamasiko offer a template for resilient farming rooted in heritage.
Category: Special Reports
Palabek refugees appeal for land amid WFP food cuts
The Lamwo District Refugee Desk Officer acknowledged the concerns raised and praised the host communities for their long standing generosity.
EU provides additional €4 million for Uganda’s refugee response
Uganda continues to host over 1.8 million refugees, and humanitarian needs remain high.
Unclaimed dead bodies remain a major taboo in Acholi culture
Gulu City Council Clerk, Innocent Ahimbisibwe said the law mandates local councils to bury unclaimed dead bodies, but they face financial and logistical challenges.
The silent struggles of persons with hearing impairment in Northern Uganda
Not only people with hearing impairment have been silenced, but also persons with visual impairments with civil society organizations coming in to support them and make sure their future is brighter.
Grants for refugee-led clean energy enterprises in Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia
Going forward, Ashden is pleased to announce the Howden Foundation’s support for this two-year project for refugees.
Uncovering the truth: Surface rights, compensation, and the hidden costs of Orom-Cross Graphite
Blencowe owns 100% of the project and has a 21-year mining license in place, as well as all the necessary permits, approvals and community agreements to bring Orom-Cross into production.
When childhood ends too soon: The hostile world of child mothers in the society
Child mothers are increasing in Obongi district among refugees people, and girls who get raped by their teachers.
A journey of thorns: The story of Lango’s female politicians
Lango women in politics have historically faced challenges in terms of gender equality and representation in politics.
Amolatar’s climate-smart agriculture revolution takes root as farmers adopt organic farming
As more farmers adopt innovative agricultural practices, there is a palpable sense of hope and determination within the community.
Patience Natukwasa, the Makindye ghetto midwife
Natukwasa’s intentions are clear: to transform the ghetto community. She has vowed to continue educating the community about health and explaining why they are experiencing certain health issues.
VSLA: A lifeline against GBV in refugee communities in northern Uganda
Ms Florence Abao, the founder of the Village Loan Saving Association to which Kiden belongs, believes that the association has contributed greatly to reducing gender-based violence (GBV) in the refugee settlement.