Heifer International Uganda

Heifer International works with communities to increase income, improve child nutrition, care for the Earth, and ultimately end world hunger and poverty.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

We went behind the scenes to capture the real stories. From the ground up, our participants drive change in Uganda’s agri-food sector. We’re honored to be part of their journey. Discover untold stories of resilience, innovation & farmer-led prosperity.
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Real change takes time, and it takes teamwork.

Ssali from Mukono is one of the farmers we work alongside. He grows fruit and vegetable seedlings and runs a shop selling seeds and other farm supplies.
His business now employs more than seven people.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

The three Forum focus areas will therefore be:

📌 The Journey So Far: History, milestones & farmer transformation

📌 Impact Happening Now: Testimonials & community stories

📌 The Road to 2030: Future plans, innovations & scaling opportunities

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The forum will also feature partner dialogue, live impact stories, exhibitions, networking, agri-business innovations, media engagements and discussions on the future of Uganda’s agri-food sector.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Heifer Uganda’s approach evolved “from cow to capital.” While livestock & productive assets remain important, we enable farmers to access markets, strengthen enterprises, adopt technologies, build resilience & attain sustainable living income.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Through this Forum, we seek to strengthen stakeholder understanding of its impact journey, deepen collaboration, document lessons & mobilize commitments to help smallholder farmers build productive, resilient & commercially viable enterprises.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

The Forum also showcases our journey from demonstrated impact to scale, highlighting achievements & lessons from 2020-2026, farmer transformation stories & a platform for stakeholders to discuss future innovation, investment & collaboration.

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The Forum convenes government, development partners, private sector, farmer organizations, funders, media & smallholder farmers to reflect on progress, share lessons & strengthen partnerships accelerating farmer prosperity toward 2030.

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HAPPENING NOW: Media briefing on the upcoming Signature Program Forum slated for 13th August 2026 at Head Office, convened under the theme;

“Celebrating Progress, Sharing Lessons, Shaping the Future of the Agri-food Sector.”

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Bashir and Salima Kisambira from Iganga are among the many participants we are working with to improve productivity and explore new opportunities in agriculture.

Their poultry farm has helped them put food on the table, purchase a cow, and build a home.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Across Uganda, communities are growing agribusinesses, strengthening local markets, and creating livelihoods they can build on.

Their plans, effort, and knowledge are driving the progress. We are proud to work alongside them.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Across Uganda, communities are growing agribusinesses, strengthening local markets, and creating livelihoods they can build on.

Their plans, effort, and knowledge are driving the progress. We are proud to work alongside them.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

We have worked alongside different communities as they grow their farms and build their livelihoods.

Now, we want to share that journey with you. Here’s a glimpse. Take a look.👇🏾

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

What is the biggest challenge facing young people in agriculture today?

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Shortlisting is underway!

Our team is reviewing all applications against the published eligibility criteria to identify this year's finalists.
Thank you for your patience, we will share updates soon.

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📊 Application Update!

Total applications: 836
Agritech: 370
Agribusiness: 466

Thank you to every innovator and entrepreneur who applied for the AYuTe Africa Challenge Uganda Season 5.
The journey continues!

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

Thank you to everyone who submitted an application for the AYuTe Africa Challenge Uganda Season 5!
Your bold ideas are shaping the future of agriculture, and we can't wait for the next chapter.

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[Heifer International Uganda @Heifer_Uganda]

📢 Applications are now closed!
Thank you to every innovator and entrepreneur who submitted an application for the AYuTe Africa Challenge Uganda Season 5.

The review process begins, and we are excited for what's ahead.

Stay tuned!

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