Kumalo Community Development Initiative - KCDI

Founded with a passionate commitment to sustainability & equity, KCDI is dedicated to transforming local communities into models of ecological & social harmony.

[Kumalo Community Development Initiative - KCDI @KCDI_org]

KCDI is excited to see the pre-launch of the Agroecology Map game a creative 2D pixel art project that brings agroecology, agroforestry, and permaculture to life through play.
#Agroecology #AgroecologyMap #Agroforestry #Permaculture #EducationalGames #CommunityEmpowerment

[MAAIF 🇺🇬 @MAAIF_Uganda]

International Coffee Day ☕️: Where we are as 🇺🇬 and where we want to go.

📢The highlight: Uganda exports 8.1 million 60-kilogram bags of coffee achieving 1.6% growth in quantity.

Coffee exports for 12 months (September 2025–August 2026) totaled 8.1 million 60kg bags worth US$ 2.1 billion (UGX 7.6 Trillion) compared to 7.9 million 60kg bags worth US$ 2.2 billion (UGX 8.1 trillion) in the previous year (September 2024–August 2025). This represents an increase of 1.6% in quantity and a decrease of 5.2% in value.

See detailed report online via the following link: https://t.co/Tu19nTxVsH

❇️ Global production and consumption

As revealed by International Coffee Organization (ICO) on September 10, 2026 Coffee production reached a record peak by the end of 2025/26, with surplus.

Global coffee production rose by 4.4% year-on-year to a record 183.6 million bags.

A slight decline in consumption by 0.9% year-on-year to 180.6 million bags, left the global coffee market in a 3 million bag surplus, the first surplus in five years.

❇️ Uganda rising

Uganda continues to export more and more Coffee, attracting more buyers and penetrating new markets.

This is reflected in the growth registered in each financial year.

In the 2025/26 financial year, Uganda exported 8.3 million 60-kilogram bags of coffee, fueled by a strong surge in domestic coffee production.

This volume reflects a 7.7% increase compared to the 7.7 million bags exported in the previous financial year.

In terms of export earnings, Ugandan Coffee fetched US$ 2.18 billion (approximately UGX 7.9 trillion) for the country.

The national target for Coffee production is 20 million 60-kilogram bags per year.

The Government of Uganda continues to implement various interventions to enable the country's private sector perform af its best. These include support for mechanization, irrigation, quality seedlings, quality assurance, marketing and policy.

About today:

The #InternationalCoffeeDay
is a global observance held annually on October 1 to celebrate coffee as one of the world's favorite beverages while honoring the millions of farmers, producers, and workers whose livelihoods depend on the crop. Established officially in 2015 by the International Coffee Organization (ICO) and later recognized by the United Nations, the day highlights the economic, social, and cultural significance of the coffee industry.

Established officially in 2015 by the International Coffee Organization (ICO) and later recognized by the United Nations, the day highlights the economic, social, and cultural significance of the coffee industry

The official 2026 campaign is titled “Coffee is Part of the Solution,” focusing on the sector's contribution to sustainable socioeconomic development and global communities.

@PS_MAAIF
@FrankTumwebazek
@DESIREtheFARMER

#UgandaCoffee
#AgricultureUG
#InternationalCoffeeDay

[UNDP Uganda @UNDPUganda]

Through Spotlight Initiative 2.0, @UNDP is supporting @MoLGUganda to strengthen community awareness and access to justice through community barazas.

In Malaba Municipality, the baraza brought community members and duty bearers together to discuss GBV prevention and response, SRHR, Trafficking in Persons (TIP), and the role of Local Council I & II Courts. ⚖️

The baraza strengthened community understanding of appropriate reporting and referral mechanisms, as well as where to access justice, protection and other support services.

#SDG5
#SDG16

[Uganda Climate Smart Agric Transformation Project @UCSATP]

@UCSATP continues training District Beneficial Insects Value Chain Focal Persons and Entomologists at NARL, Kawanda, strengthening technical and practical skills in apiculture and black soldier fly (BSF) farming.

Sessions are focusing on bee establishment inspection, product standardisation, safety and phytosanitary measures, hive products, processing and api-preneurship, as well as bee pathology, toxicology and pest management.

Through @UCSATP, @MAAIF_Uganda is promoting apiculture and BSF farming to enhance food security and create alternative income opportunities for farmers. Bees support pollination, while BSF convert organic waste into valuable, high-protein feed—creating sustainable opportunities for farmers and communities.
@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @PS_MAAIF @WorldBankGroup @GovUganda @GcicAgriculture

[IUCN @IUCN]

#UNCCDCOP17 enters its second week in Ulaanbaatar. Focus now: turning commitments into implementation.

IUCN's pavilion — "From Promise to Practice" — continues hosting dialogue and events this week.

Programme in comments.

#COP17Mongolia #LDN

[Government of Uganda @GovUganda]

Good morning, Uganda

A gentle reminder that this Saturday, we shall once again come together to clean our communities and keep our surroundings healthy and beautiful.

Let’s all play our part because a clean Uganda starts with each one of us. #OpenGovUg

[UNDP Uganda @UNDPUganda]

.@UNDP officially launched and handed over the Mabamba Wetland Ecotourism Association (MWEATA) construction site to Wilseka Group for Phase 1 works under #BIOFINII, in partnership with @NEMAUG & @WakisoDLG and with support from the Governments of Germany🇩🇪 and Norway🇳🇴

The pilot facility will feature solar-powered offices, waste management systems, a community shade facility, gender-responsive biodigester sanitation facilities, a café and craft shop, and an observation tower.

The investment will strengthen community ownership, generate conservation revenue and expand livelihood opportunities for women and young people, while supporting the protection of Mabamba Bay Wetland. 🇺🇬🌿

[Akatuha Grace🇺🇬 @GraceAkatuha]

We started as small businesses in different corners of Africa.
Today, 100+ of us in #agroecology are convening as one family to strengthen markets, #foodsafety & #advocacy for sustainable food systems.

🤝@PelumRegional

[Uganda Climate Smart Agric Transformation Project @UCSATP]

Training of Trainers for District Beneficial Insects Value Chain Focal Persons is underway at the National Agricultural Research Laboratories (NARL), Kawanda.

The training aims to equip district focal persons with knowledge and practical skills in Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies and Innovative Management Practices (CSA-TIMPs) for apiary and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming.

In his remarks, the Beneficial Insects Value chain lead Mr. Mugonza said the capacity building will strengthen extension support and promote climate-smart, innovative and sustainable beneficial insects value chains at district level.
@FrankTumwebazek
@DrRwamiramaBK
@PS_MAAIF
@Maaifclf
@MAAIF_Uganda
@GovUganda
@WorldBankGroup
@narouganda

[UNDP Uganda @UNDPUganda]

.@UNDPUganda's Country Programme Document (CPD) 2026–2030 sets clear targets across three integrated portfolios;

𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝟏: Fostering Transformative Growth and Innovation.
𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝟐: Sustainable Management of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Resilient Development.
𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝟑: Transformative Governance, Political Environment and Partnerships.

With youth, gender, policy and partnership as cross-cutting priorities, the CPD aims by 2030 to support the creation of 100,000 decent jobs, support 10,000 MSMEs to start, formalize and thrive in the green and sustainable economy, sustainably manage 2.76 million hectares of forest, and expand access to justice for 165,000 people.

Read here ⬇️
Full Report: https://t.co/ECHexw3mnz
Flip Book: https://t.co/1kGH9prbWP

#PartnersAtCore

[Kumalo Community Development Initiative - KCDI @KCDI_org]

KCDI has in place its SEAH Policy, which safeguards staff, volunteers, partners, and community members from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, while ensuring equal access to justice for survivors.

“Silence Enables Abuse, Action Restores Dignity.” Together We End SEAH

[UNDP Uganda @UNDPUganda]

The @UNDP-implemented ACP-EU @DevelopmentMin initiative is training participants from Uganda, Zambia, and Tanzania in low-carbon construction techniques. ⚒️🦺

In Uganda, four trainees have been equipped with material mixing methods and construction products that reduce carbon emissions and construction costs. They are now stepping up to train fellow Ugandans nationwide in these technologies to scale the impact! 🛠️🌱

[NARO Uganda @narouganda]

Where can farmers get genuine NARO seed?

Uganda’s crop journey has evolved from early introduction, mass selection to modern, science-backed breeding.

Today, @NAROUganda takes another major step in delivering quality research directly into farmers' hands.

NARO has licensed Miracle Seeds Ltd and Hummer Uganda Ltd to multiply and distribute certified improved varieties.

When buying seed, look for the NARO Varietal Identification Number (NVIN) on the package, your mark of a genuine NARO variety.

[UNDP Uganda @UNDPUganda]

Are you a Civil Society Organization driving community and youth led solutions to end Gender Based Violence , and empower communities and young people in Uganda? 🇺🇬

@UNDPUganda, under the EU-UN Global Spotlight @GlobalSpotlight 2.0, invites eligible CSOs to submit proposals for Low Value Grants to support initiatives that prevent GBV, strengthen community resilience, provide safe spaces,legal aid, and advance vocational and digital skills for youth.

🗓️ Deadline: 14th August 2026
🔗 https://t.co/A5lS99gJTg

[MAAIF 🇺🇬 @MAAIF_Uganda]

Foot and Mouth Disease control. New vaccine facility to be constructed in Nakyesasa: As one of the outcomes of bilateral discussions in Cairo, MeVAC Egypt is set to construct a global standard facility for manufacturing FMD vaccines at @NaLIRRI in Nakyesasa.

#AnimalHealthUG

[OWINY Ronald🇺🇬 @Owiny_D]

Thank you @narouganda and @gnuts_NaSARRI for giving me the opportunity to be part of this great achievements during my time at NARO as a Research Associate, National Oil Crops Research Program. I am happy to acknowledge receipt of my Royalty Award for being part of the National Groundnut Breeding Team who successfully released the 03 new groundnut varieties (NARONUT 3R, NARONUT 4R and NARONUT 5R) in 2024.
#BreedersRoyaltyAwards2025 #Groundnut #NARO

[luna 👗 @cloudkitten329]

Field Day at Mahega P/S in Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement which the NARO refugee project has supported in their feeding program. DOR Dr. Stanley Nkalubo @Tamu50347230 and staff interacting with HM and staff @narouganda

[National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) 🇺🇬 @NREP_Uganda]

Today at Sheraton Hotel Kampala, stakeholders are validating the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Regenerative Agriculture & Productive Use of Renewable Energy, strengthening coordination to scale climate-smart agriculture, renewable energy, green jobs and resilient livelihoods in Uganda.

#RAPURE #RenewableEnergy

[luna 👗 @cloudkitten329]

Field Day at Ntenungi Secondary School, Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement. Rwebitaba DOR Dr. Stanley Nkalubo @Tamu50347230 and staff interacting with students and the community @narouganda

[National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) 🇺🇬 @NREP_Uganda]

Save the Date!

The 6th Edition of the Renewable Energy Conference & Expo 2026 is yet here.

📅 19th -22nd October 2026
📍 Kampala Serena Hotel

Theme: From Systems to Scale: Powering Uganda’s Green Economy

Join the conversations on clean energy, innovation, climate resilience, green jobs, and sustainable development.
#REC26 #REC2026