Rural Community Leaders in Uganda Empowered Through Financial Training in Uganda
Sixty-eight individuals, including Extension Agents (EAs) and farmer group leaders from Uganda’s Mubende, Kiboga, Otuke, and Kole districts, were in February 2024 empowered with the skills needed to optimize agribusiness investments and effectively manage group savings. The training, conducted by the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), was based on the Community Savings and Investment in Agriculture (CSIA) model
SAA’s Annual Stakeholders Meeting Highlights Plans for Advancing Climate-Smart Farming in Uganda
In January 2024, SAA held its Annual Stakeholders Planning Workshop in Kampala, Uganda, under the theme, Climate-Smart Mitigation for Income, Food, and Nutrition Security. Over 100 people attended, including MAAIF representatives, district officials, and farmers
SAA Unveils Transformative Agricultural Hubs in Uganda’s Karamoja Region
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) recently launched two vital agricultural hubs in Uganda’s Karamoja region: the Bala Women and Youth Cooperative in Kole district, and the Apeitolim Farmers Association in Napak district
Advancing Agriculture in Bugiri: How OSCA Initiatives Are Nurturing Growth and Market Opportunities
Bugiri district in Eastern Uganda has undergone significant agricultural and economic transformation, thanks to strategic interventions by the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA). SAA introduced improved maize seeds, proper fertilizer application, and sustainable agriculture training, into the region triggering positive changes
From Struggling Fields to Thriving Fortunes in Uganda: Adong Caroline’s Agricultural Triumph
Caroline Adong, 42, from Awili Village, Okweredot Subcounty in Uganda’s Kole District, faced challenges in traditional farming due to outdated techniques and poor soil management. This resulted in unpredictable yields and financial difficulties, impacting her family’s well-being and her children’s education
SAA Uganda’s 2023 Triumphs: A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Farmer Empowerment in Sustainable Agriculture
The 2023 journey for SAA Uganda has been one of growth, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the slogan of “Walking with the Farmer.” This year the organization continued to evolve and innovate, striving to make a lasting impact on the lives of smallholder farmers and communities. From Farmer Learning Platforms to the Safe Demand Driven Curriculum, the field level models exemplify dedication to holistic and sustainable agricultural development.
SAA Influence Prominent at 4th All Africa Postharvest Congress & Exhibition
On September 20, 2023, SAA hosted a panel at the 4th All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition (AAPHCE) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, discussing the importance of capacity development in sustainable postharvest management
SAA Empowers Ugandan Families with Life-Changing Nutrition Training
Between June 22 and June 28, 2023, SAA hosted a nutrition extravaganza spanning Uganda’s Otuke, Kole, Rakai, and Isingiro districts. About 200 participants in each district, comprising vibrant mix of farmers, locals, and officials, came together for epic showcases of diverse farm treasures and nourishing meals.
Apeitolim OSCA receives approval to proceed with further development
In August 2023, Napak district officials visited one of the SAA’s project sites supported by WFP and Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Apetolim subcounty of Uganda. The project is one of two One Stop Center Associations (OSCAs) – in Kole and Napak districts – aimed at revitalizing and digitalizing agricultural cooperatives.
SAA Empowers Extension Workers to Transform Uganda’s Agricultural Future
For three exciting days, from June 21 to June 23, 2023, 111 extension workers, including 34 women, gathered at Makerere University’s School of Agricultural Sciences for intensive training on ethics, planning, communication, conflict management, and inclusivity.
