Monthly Archives: April 2025

Response to the Influx of Refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo at Nyakabande Transit Centre.

Response to the Influx of Refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo at Nyakabande Transit Centre.

In response to the recent influx of refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Kabarole Research and Resource Centre (KRC), in consortium with World Vision Uganda and Plan International, and with support from START FUND, has been actively delivering comprehensive protection services to address the urgent needs of affected populations at Nyakabande Transit Centre. Child Protection: KRC has prioritized the protection of vulnerable children, especially unaccompanied and separated minors. Through timely case management, family tracing, and the establishment of child-friendly spaces, these children have gained access to psychosocial support and safe environments that promote their well-being and development. Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Response: Recognizing the heightened risks of GBV […]

Newsletter April 2025

Newsletter April 2025

In a world where economic resilience and social cohesion are increasingly important, our work underscores grassroots communities’ vital role in driving sustainable development. From cooperatives reviving the spirit of collective bargaining to innovative projects transforming livelihoods, every story this newsletter shares is a testament to the power of collaboration and empowerment. Once a pillar of agricultural prosperity, the cooperative movement faces urgent challenges. Governance gaps and financial mismanagement threaten cooperatives’ potential to uplift their members. However, these challenges present an opportunity for renewal. By strengthening organisational structures and fostering transparency, cooperatives can reclaim their role as economic growth and social equity engines. At the same time, initiatives like the VIBRANT […]

Newsletter March 2025

Newsletter March 2025

March is a month globally recognized for celebrating resilience and progress, we take a moment to reflect on the inspiring stories emerging from the communities we serve. From economic empowerment to cooperative revival, the impact of our work continues to be felt in the lives of individuals striving for a better future. This edition of our newsletter brings you firsthand accounts of transformation. Kenjiri Ruth, once unemployed for four years, found her footing through KRC-Uganda’s training under the Young Africa Works – Markets for Youth Project. Similarly, Kahindo Wasi, a refugee from Congo, seized the opportunity presented by the Kulea Watoto project, using her VSLA savings to start a shoe […]

Addressing Land Access Challenges in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement: The Role of Community Peace Keepers

Addressing Land Access Challenges in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement: The Role of Community Peace Keepers

Uganda is grappling with land access challenges in refugee settlements due to reduced funding and food ration cuts. These challenges have had a severe impact on vulnerable refugees with limited income, many of whom struggle to afford land for cultivation as an alternative means of food production. In Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, where renting half an acre of land costs between UGX 70,000 and UGX 150,000, many refugees find it nearly impossible to secure farmland. Despite these challenges, KRC-Uganda’s Community Peace Keepers, trained under the EU-Land Project with funding from the European Union, have played a pivotal role in managing land-related conflicts in Yangani and Abiriamajo Clusters. Through mediation and counselling […]