Category Archives: Food Security & AgriBusiness

 Ms.Sharon assessing the nutrition status of a baby at a Health Centre in Kyaka II refugee settlement KRC-Uganda’s robust Human Resource (HR) department, bolstered by multiple donations, continues to expand its efforts in addressing malnutrition comprehensively in humanitarian settings. Through partnerships with international organizations, KRC-Uganda has evolved from dependency to autonomy, securing substantial multi-year grants, from international organizations like World Food Program (WFP). KRC-Uganda is extending its support to nutrition rehabilitation centers at health facilities, emphasizing the enhancement of multi-sectoral dimensions. Human Resources (HR) ultimately plays a pivotal role in strengthening systems and mobilizing resources. However, there remains a notable gap in the integration of nutrition services across the health […]

Mr. Aheebwa Mubarak- the KRC-Uganda Agricultural Extension Worker supporting the CMC members in establishment of nursery beds Meet Ms. Enid Kyarisima, a vibrant 32-year-old Ugandan woman who lives in Mukondo C with her loving family. She’s a dedicated caregiver (teacher) at Lucky Nursery School in Mukondo C Zone, nestled in the heart of the Kyaka II Refugee Settlement in Kyegegwa District. Lucky Nursery School is part of a special Kulea Watoto project, which is implemented by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Kabarole Research and Resource Centre-Uganda (KR-Uganda). This initiative aims to enhance early child development in the settlement. At Lucky Nursery School, Kyarisiima Enid nurtures 235 children aged 3-6 […]

 Kyegegwa DNCC at the district headquarters after the meeting In September 2020, Uganda approved the second Uganda Nutrition Action Plan (UNAP II) (2020/21 – 2024/25) as the country’s strategic framework for scaling up nutrition during that period. The UNAP II mandates the Ministry of Local Government to strengthen the enabling environment for scaling up nutrition-specific and sensitive actions at the local governments in Uganda. These actions are better facilitated when there is a fully functional District Nutrition Coordination Committee (DNCC). The Maturity Model Approach (MMA) uses five levels – Level 1 (Nascent), Level 2 (Emerging), Level 3 (Established), Level 4 (Institutionalized), and Level 5 (Optimized) to assess the functionality of […]

In the lush landscapes of Uganda, smallholder farms have long relied on traditional farming practices, particularly the method of monocropping. However, this approach has been branded as a “disastrous agriculture system” by Ocean Robbins (2022), and its detrimental effects on land productivity and food security are becoming increasingly evident. Monocropping, the practice of cultivating a single crop repeatedly, offers neither the dietary diversity we need nor the ecological balance our ecosystems crave. As a result, farming families are grappling with pronounced nutritional and food insecurities, exacerbating the economic and social challenges they face.  In the early 1990s, the Ugandan government initiated a shift towards early maturing crops, diverting attention from […]

Nutrition is a central element of our daily lives, influencing our overall health and well-being. Proper Nutrition plays a critical role in preventing chronic diseases, promoting growth and development, and enhancing our quality of life. However, several individuals struggle to make informed dietary choices due to a lack of knowledge or misinformation. This is where Nutrition education and counselling step in as powerful tools to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to make healthier food choices. Understanding Nutrition Education and Counselling Nutrition education refers to the process of providing individuals or communities with information, knowledge, and skills related to nutrition and dietary choices (Academy of Nutrition and […]

  Bujubuli store with Minimum inventory. In today’s fast-paced business world, excess inventory can be a major obstacle to growth and profitability. Whether it’s unsold products taking up valuable storage space or excess and obsolete items tying up capital, having too much inventory can lead to increased costs and decreased cash flow. There are various causes of excess inventory that businesses should be mindful of. Forecasting errors, such as inaccurate predictions of product demand, can result in over-ordering or under-ordering, leading to surplus stock. Poor inventory management practices, like inadequate tracking systems or communication gaps between departments, can also contribute to excess inventory. Supplier issues, changes in demand, product life […]

Growing up as a child in a farming household in the late 60s through the 70s, it was rare to hear dad or mum decrying lack or scarcity of money as it is nowadays for many families. For some reason for sure, many farm families derived their income from a certain cash crop, but I also recall that most of the social services were provided freely or subsidized by the government as a public good. As a young boy, I witnessed how farming was a profitable venture. Without due regard to the current gender jargon, allow me to mention that my late Father was a chairman of a primary Coffee Cooperative Society. […]

By Bernard Bwambale, Nutritionist and Program Manager, KRC On 29th July, Kabarole Research and Resource Centre joined Health Food Africa and Hivos to participate in the African City Food Month campaign webinar, that focused on the Multiplicities of entry points into urban food governance through the lenses of “Food Sensitive Urban Planning” and the “City Food Systems”. The annual event is organized by ICLEI (Local Governments for Sustainability), a global network working with numerous local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. The African City Food Month campaign highlights diverse, innovative and evolving African urban food systems. During the event, KRC presented operations of the Fort Portal Food System Lab to […]