Monthly Archives: October 2024

Newsletter October 2024

Newsletter October 2024

As we dive into this October 2024 issue of the KRC-Uganda newsletter, we reflect on the profound complexities and responsibilities that shape humanitarian work. Jacinta’s compelling account of her journey in a refugee camp provides a vivid perspective on the challenges faced by those entering this field.Her story captures the difficult decisions around resource allocation amid overwhelming need, as well as the ongoing efforts to balance cultural respect with effective aid delivery. Her experiences underscore thedepth of commitment required in such diverse and demanding environments. … click to read more

ENHANCING STORE MANAGEMENT AND HANDLING OF CORN-SOYA BLEND (CSB)

ENHANCING STORE MANAGEMENT AND HANDLING OF CORN-SOYA BLEND (CSB)

Effective store management and careful handling of food supplies, like Corn-Soya Blend (CSB), play a critical role in ensuring the well-being of communities. To address specific challenges related to food storage and safety, KRC-Uganda, with support from the World Food Programme (WFP), developed a training program to promote best practices, reduce food losses, and guarantee food safety. This training covers essential areas, beginning with inventory control and meticulous record-keeping to avoid shortages and prevent wastage. Accurate records, consistent stock monitoring, and applying the first-in, first-out (FIFO) principle ensure that the CSB remains fresh and available when needed. Another key focus is maintaining proper storage conditions, emphasizing that storage areas for […]

CHILDREN AND CONFLICT: RESILIENCE AND PEACEBUILDING AT RHINO REFUGEE SETTLEMENT CAMP

CHILDREN AND CONFLICT: RESILIENCE AND PEACEBUILDING AT RHINO REFUGEE SETTLEMENT CAMP

As the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at the Rhino Refugee Settlement Camp in Uganda’s West Nile region, I have witnessed the profound impact conflict has on children. Nestled within the Terego and Madi-Okolo districts, Rhino Camp serves as a refuge for families escaping violence and instability. In these challenging environments, addressing the effects of war on children and actively involving them in peacebuilding efforts is not just important, it’s imperative. Humanitarian actors empowering adolescents during an EASE session Children in conflict zones often emerge as the most vulnerable population, facing immense trauma, loss, and displacement. The scars from these experiences can have lasting psychological effects. However, with the right support, […]

 WHY THE RIGHT TO FOOD SHOULD BE AN ABSOLUTE RIGHT

 WHY THE RIGHT TO FOOD SHOULD BE AN ABSOLUTE RIGHT

As we commemorate World Food Day on October 16th, a day established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1979 to raise awareness about hunger and promote action for sustainable food systems, it’s crucial to reflect on the right to food. At KRC-Uganda, we have commemorated this day for decades through various events, discussions, and initiatives focused on food and nutrition security and their interlinking with human rights. Given my background in both human rights and food systems, I firmly believe that the right to food must be elevated to the status of an absolute right. THE QUESTION THEN BECOMES: WHAT EXACTLY ARE ABSOLUTE RIGHTS? An absolute right is […]

KRC-UGANDA AND FOOD RIGHTS ALLIANCE LEAD STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIVE ENGAGEMENTS FOR NDP IV IN THE TOORO REGION

KRC-UGANDA AND FOOD RIGHTS ALLIANCE LEAD STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIVE ENGAGEMENTS FOR NDP IV IN THE TOORO REGION

The Kabarole Research and Resource Centre-Uganda (KRC-Uganda), with funding from Healthy Food Africa and Hivos, in collaboration with the Food Rights Alliance (FRA), organized a two-day consultative workshop focused on food security and nutrition prioritization within Uganda’s National Development Plan (NDP) IV. This workshop took place in Fort Portal Tourism City on September 19th and 20th and attracted technical leaders and representatives from civil society organizations (CSOs) across Fort Portal City, Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Bunyangabu, and the refugee-hosting districts of Kamwenge and Kyegegwa. The objectives of the consultative workshop included: 1. Assess the implementation of nutrition interventions through district development plans aligned with NDP III. 2. Establish local contexts for nutrition […]