Violet Namata

Communications specialist @FAOUganda, Former Journalist @Nbstv, Former Communications officer @UNDPUganda, optimistic, believer in God.

[Violet Namata @NamataV]

Congratulations to me!

I’ve officially earned my master’s degree in Digital Journalism from @AKUGlobal

The journey was tough, but I made it.

Cheers to new beginnings and even greater achievements ahead! 💃😌🎉

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Prof. Norbert Frank Mwine, Principal of @Makerere CoVAB, welcomed the training & called for more capacity-building initiatives.

He urged participants to apply and share the knowledge gained to strengthen veterinary services and improve tick control efforts across the region.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Speaking at the training, @FAO Uganda Rep. @EzanaKg encouraged all participants to actively engage and share experiences.

He noted that the knowledge and partnerships developed will be critical in strengthening national and regional responses to acaricide resistance.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

When farmers are forced to flee, they lose more than land—they lose their livelihoods.

@FAO helps them restart through agriculture, linking them to markets, training, and sustainable value chains.

Stability starts with food security.

👉https://t.co/c0KdadGxQj

#WorldRefugeeDay

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

In Uganda, #refugees like Almahi Abdalla find new hope.

@FAO is working to transform lives through agriculture.

Ahead of #WorldRefugeeDay, learn how #AgricultureCan fuel a brighter and safer future for refugees like Almahi.

📚https://t.co/HX6nwbv1oa

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

@EzanaKg @EUinUG @FAOForestry @FAOEastAfrica @UNinUganda @min_waterUg @okidi64 @ZKakungulu @JanSadek @FAO is an integral part of @EUinUg’s Forest Partnership with @GovUganda.

Under this initiative, through the ‘Sustainable Wood-based Value Chains in Uganda’ project, @FAO is promoting inclusive investments in Uganda’s wood industry and associated value chains.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Today, @FAOUganda Representative @EzanaKg together with a delegation from @EUinUG were in the field in Nakasongola and Luwero.

The team was on ground on an appreciation tour of Uganda’s #sustainable forestry landscape and burgeoning wood processing industry.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Zero Hunger is not possible without Zero #ChildLabour. 🌍🚫

When children miss school to work, 🔄cycles of hunger and #poverty persist across generations.

Investing in rural families = investing in our children's futures.
Let's protect their tomorrow!

#EndChildLabour

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Through the #CLEARSupply Chains project, @FAO is tackling the root causes of child labor in Uganda's #coffee sector.

By boosting livelihoods & climate-resilient farming, we're building ethical #coffee value chains with @GovUganda.

Watch how 👇

#EndChildLabour

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Every child deserves a safe childhood, quality education & the opportunity to reach their full potential.

On this Day Against #ChildLabour, we are reminded to tackle root causes & build #agrifood systems where children learn, grow and thrive, not work to survive.
#EndChildLabour

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Our Rep. @EzanaKg met Dr. Sadik Kasim, Deputy Director General for Agricultural Technology Promotion at @narouganda.

Discussions focused on strengthening collaboration on digital innovation, building on ongoing work & scaling agricultural technologies.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

The wait is over! @FAO has named Uganda’s 2026 Young Forest Champions.

Congratulations to all 10 selected champions, who'll be mentored and receive additional technical training.

Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/wINyntKemG

#AIM4Forests #ForestChampions #GenerationRestoration

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

As the sustainable wood production industry in Uganda grows, @FAO is building the capacities of SMEs in #sawmilling and wood #drying.

Initiative supported by the @EUinUg funded ‘Sustainable Wood-Based Value Chains in Uganda’ project.

📹 Watch more ⬇️

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

H.E. Sasayama Takuya, Ambassador of Japan to Uganda highlighted Japan’s commitment to sharing #disaster lessons and expertise to strengthen early warning and support effective early action in Uganda.

#AnticipatoryAction

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

The Commissioner for Disaster Preparedness and Management @OPMUganda, Davis Mwenyi, noted that climate change demands urgent action and strategic investment.

He called for collective action, stressing the need for coordinated efforts to address climate-related #shocks.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

"Investing before disasters strike is more effective & far more cost-efficient than responding after impacts have already occurred. Let us engage in dialogue and explore collaboration, investment and innovation for a more resilient Uganda." - @martin_ameu, FAO Uganda Asst. Rep.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Climate change is increasing the frequency & intensity of floods across Uganda

With support from the Government of Japan, @FAO, @GovUganda & partners have been strengthening Early Warning Systems & Anticipatory Action to help high-risk communities prepare before disasters strike

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

📍Happening now: Stakeholders are discussing how to strengthen early warning systems, anticipatory action and climate-smart investments to reduce disaster risks in Uganda.

Join the conversation 👉https://t.co/pn2mGD1xoe

#AnticipatoryAction

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

📢 Save the Date.

Join us for a High-Level Dialogue on Early Warning & #AnticipatoryAction for Resilient #Livelihoods in Uganda.

The event will mark the closure of the Japan-funded project in the Rwenzori and Elgon subregions.

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

Courage steeped deep in faith. Inspiring conviction, eternally.

Happy Martyrs’ Day, Uganda. #UgandaMartyrsDay #MartyrsDay2026

[FAO in Uganda @FAOUganda]

@FAO is conducting wood resource assessments to guide strategic decisions on #investments to unlock Uganda’s burgeoning wood industry.

Initiative supported by the @EUinUg funded ‘Sustainable Wood-Based Value Chains in Uganda’ project.

📹Watch more ⬇️