Written by Anne Birungi Kikundwa, AidEnvironment Uganda team The AidEnvironment team based in Uganda, organized a 3-day Team Reflection Retreat (TRR) in Kapchorwa to focus on reflecting and drawing a roadmap for the future. Following the busy close of 2025 and a busy start to 2026, with multiple deadlines, inboxes overflowing with correspondence, and with goals to hit, we had […]
Read moreBACKGROUND The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) marked another important milestone in Uganda’s journey toward sustainable water and environmental management with the 9th Uganda Water Week (UWEWK), the theme of which was “Water and Environment Resources for Inclusive Growth and Development.” This edition of Uganda Water Week once again provided a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration in […]
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AidEnvironment (AE) and Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) have embarked on a transformative journey towards the sustainable management of water catchment, the environment and natural resources in the Mt Elgon landscape of Eastern Uganda. The project, Elgon Pamoja Partnership (Collective Action for Water, Environment and Natural Resources Conservation) in Uganda’s Elgon Landscape aims to foster environmental sustainability, drive positive socio-economic impact, […]
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As part of its Water Supply and Sanitation for Refugee Settlements and Host Communities in Northern Uganda (WatSSUP) Programme, GIZ awarded AidEnvironment a grant to implement targeted interventions focused on protecting the Oxfam-ARC Yangani water supply system in Yumbe District. The refugee settlements and host communities will take the leading role in implementing the interventions. In collaboration with local leaders, […]
Read moreAidEnvironment was contracted by the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) to support communities to implement soil and water conservation measures and afforestation initiatives across the Kyabaganda, Kyezo, and Mishumba micro-catchments. The project is called Supporting Communities in Micro-catchments around Kabuyanda Irrigation Scheme, part of the Irrigation for Climate Change Project (ICRP). Lasting for one year, the contract focuses on […]
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AidEnvironment, with support from GIZ, and in collaboration with local authorities, humanitarian partners, and community representatives, convened an Inception Workshop in Yumbe District to launch the Water Source Protection Project for refugee and host communities. The workshop brought together key stakeholders to establish a shared vision for safeguarding water resources in Yumbe district, one of Uganda’s most water-stressed districts in […]
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Article by AidEnvironment’s Uganda team In the face of climate change, land degradation, and food insecurity, there is a growing need for practical, farmer-centered approaches that restore ecosystems while enhancing livelihoods. Circular regenerative agriculture offers one such pathway, promoting soil health, recycling resources, and reducing waste while ensuring sustainable food production. To advance this vision, AidEnvironment has partnered with Farm […]
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The Ministry of Water and Environment, along with implementation partners and local stakeholders, officially launched the implementation phase of the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project (ICRP). The launch event, held in Mbarara City, was attended by high-level government officials, representatives from Community Based Organizations, Civil Society groups, and local community leaders. The Government of Uganda with funding from the World […]
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Communities in the Lwakhakha Sub-catchment have long struggled with severe environmental degradation. Traditional farming practices, combined with natural challenges, have led to widespread gully erosion, loss of fertile topsoil, vegetation cover decline, and diminishing agricultural productivity. These challenges have, in turn, reduced household incomes and jeopardized local livelihoods in the areas of Manafwa, Tororo, and Namisindwa districts in Eastern Uganda. To […]
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April 2025 | Kapchorwa & Katakwi, Uganda A recent exchange learning visit organized by AidEnvironment has sparked fresh insights among communities in the Lwakhakha sub-catchment, as part of the ongoing efforts under the World Bank-funded Integrated Water Management and Development Project (IWMDP). Hosted within Uganda’s Mpologoma Catchment, the visit brought together local government officials, leaders, and project beneficiaries for an […]
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In the Mount Elgon region of Uganda, many coffee farmers are embracing sustainable practices to enhance their crop yields and reduce costs. One such farmer, Mr. Erick Takwar, has experienced a remarkable transformation in his coffee and banana farming through the use of bio-slurry, a residual material left after organic waste undergoes anaerobic digestion in biogas systems. This process breaks […]
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Supporting communities in micro-catchments around Kabuyanda Irrigation Scheme to implement Afforestation and Soil & Water Conservation Measures Written by the AidEnvironment team in Uganda The Government of Uganda, with funding from the World Bank, is supporting the implementation of the Irrigation for Climate Resilience Project (ICRP). The objective is to provide farmers in the project areas with access to irrigation […]
Read moreJanuary 2025 The Team Reflection Retreat (TRR) took place from 22nd – 25th January 2025, bringing the AidEnvironment East Africa Team together. Members from the Upper Nile, Kapchorwa and Lwakhakha Offices joined those in the Kampala Office to reflect on the previous year’s lessons and craft plans for 2025. The main aim of the TRR was to enhance team […]
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Drafted by Marina Vara Gutiérrez and Keje Nagel Last week, our new initiative, Harvesting Health: Integrating Nutrition and Sustainable Farming in Mt. Elgon, officially kicked off in Kapchorwa, Uganda. This exciting project, supported by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) under their Accelerating Resilient Food Systems in Africa (ARFSA) programme, marks the beginning of a transformative three-year journey. Our project aims […]
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AidEnvironment Henry S. Mbowa and Annah Kayesu participated in a two-day international conference held at Makerere University on July 25-26, 2024, which delved into the complex interplay of science, politics, and ethics surrounding climate change in East Africa. Organised jointly by the Makerere University Department of Environmental Management, the College of Agricultural and Environment Sciences and the University of Cambridge, […]
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The African Union’s recent Carbon Market Conference highlighted the continent’s potential to leverage its vast natural resources for economic growth and climate action. Senior Expert for Climate Finance at AidEnvironment, David M. Mwayafu, participated in the conference held from July 24-26, 2024, in Addis Ababa. The conference brought together over 200 key stakeholders to discuss the practicalities of implementing a […]
Read moreArticle written by East Africa Team AidEnvironment, on behalf of the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) in Uganda, empowers locals by building skills in beekeeping through training and support, including production technology and access to market. This need for support surfaced following gulley rehabilitation and river bank restoration activities which reduced their farming land. The project intends to contribute […]
Read moreBy Anne Kikundwa, Okot Brian, Lukwago Brian, AidEnvironment East Africa Office. At the core of integrated water resources management (IWRM) is the need for equitable, beneficial and sustainable use of water and environment resources. IWRM has been widely adopted by governments and both national and international organisations. AidEnvironment seeks to further its adoption. To achieve this, AidEnvironment engaged all stakeholders […]
Read moreThe Uganda Water and Environment Week (UWEWK) is an event organized annually by the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) through the Water Resources Institute (WRI). Since its inception in 2018, the event seeks to contribute towards the attainment of sustainable socio economic transformation and achieving the Ugandan National Development Plan and vision 2040. This year, AidEnvironment joined other partners in […]
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By Javier Silas Omagor In a collaborative effort, the government through the ministry of water and environment, (MWE), along with partners such as World Bank and AidEnvironment has ramped up restoration activities in a disaster-prone Mt. Elgon area to enhance resilience and mitigate the impact of future calamities. This was revealed on December, Saturday, 16, at the well-attended ceremony to […]
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Written by Anne Kikundwa & Brian Lukwago Rivers in the Lwakhakha sub-catchment are a major source of livelihood for the neighboring farming communities as they provide water for livestock and crops. In these communities, farmers have faced challenges of loss of land due to collapsing riverbanks. Some of these rivers, located in the eastern part of Uganda, mark the natural […]
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Written by Henry Stanley Mbowa First, what is biochar? Biochar is an organic fertilizer made from biodegradable waste materials through aerobic combustion in a barrel. The biodegradable materials used include domestic and garden wastes such as dry banana leaves, tree leaves, kitchen waste, maize cobs, beans shells, and plant trimmings. Other elements included in the process are sticks, […]
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Write up by Anne Kikundwa & Brian Lukwago. Over the years, AidEnvironment East Africa has mastered the art of institutional development, planning, and assessment. We have prioritized holding team retreats not only to reflect on our progress on our strategic plan but also to plan ahead as a team. This year’s reflection event was held in Fort Portal City, in […]
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LEARNING EXCHANGE VISIT RECAP: Mbarara, Kabale, Ntungamo, and Kasese Districts in Uganda (July 31 – August 4, 2023) Report Written by Anne Kikundwa Birungi Background: The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) is implementing the Integrated Water Management and Development Project (IWMDP) in Lwakhakha sub-catchment in Mpologoma Catchment. The IWMDP supports the implementation of catchment management measures, including soil and […]
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Our team in Uganda shares how rainwater harvesting has been beneficial for farmers in project communities The in-situ rainwater harvesting technologies consist of making storage available in areas where the water is going to be utilized. Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo lie along the slopes of Mt. Elgon. The area is naturally hilly, and farmers are engaging in agriculture on these steep […]
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Regenerative agriculture trainings + Biogas installations = Improved coffee yields Article by Uganda Team Regenerative agriculture is a farming and grazing practice that, among other benefits, reverses climate change by rebuilding soil organic matter and restoring degraded soil biodiversity. Moses Wanasolo is a resident of Masira sub-county and a member of the Masira farmer network in Bulambuli. He is […]
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Article by Anne Birungi Kikundwa Northern Uganda is a region blessed with abundant rainfall. If properly managed, it has the potential to remove the burden of communities suffering from the lack of access to potable water during the dry season. However, the practice of rainwater harvesting in the region has remained minimal partly due to lack of hard roofs […]
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Article by Anne Birungi Kikundwa Gender equality is paramount to having a more prosperous and vibrant world. However, girls and women across the globe still face remarkable challenges. Women continuously face barriers that affect their opportunities, including being underrepresented in power and decision-making roles. In many of our communities in Uganda, girls and women are often seen as less valuable than […]
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Article by Anne Kikundwa Communities in Kamrono in the Ugandan district of Agago, face a lot of deforestation. With the exception of shea trees which are predominant protected by strict community bylaws, many local tree species are increasingly being cut down to be used as wood fuel and charcoal. Charcoal burning is a common activity in the community that is […]
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Through the Green Future Farming Project, AidEnvironment is piloting the use of bamboo as the main structural material for rainwater harvesting tanks in coffee-growing communities in Uganda. The lower costs will enable farmers to collect more rainwater and prevent soil erosion. The Sebei region on the slopes of Mount Elgon produces some of the best specialty Arabica coffee in Uganda. […]
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In the Green Future Farming project, biogas digesters are promoted to overcome the combined challenges of indoor air pollution and soil erosion and degradation in the coffee-growing Sebei sub-region of Uganda. Aidenvironment is involved in a demo that recently started. Trees in the Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo Districts of Uganda are cut down for firewood or for sale, leading to […]
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