Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme

Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme (URDT) is an organization that focuses on empowering rural communities in Uganda through holistic education

[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

and handwashing supplies will contribute to maintaining a clean and healthy environment at URDT.
Thank you for standing with us in transforming lives and advancing sustainable rural development. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration for greater impact.
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

We sincerely appreciate @pridebankltd Kagadi Branch for donating hygiene and sanitation equipment to URDT today. Your generous support reflects a strong commitment to community development and partnership. The donation of dustbins, brooms, cleaning squeezers,
#Partnership
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

simulation-based learning for TVET, highlighting innovative approaches that enhance teaching quality, learner engagement, and industry relevance.
This brought together educators and policymakers from across Africa to advance STEM and TVET education in line with Agenda 2063
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Dr. Mwalimu Musheshe, Vice Chancellor of @AfricanRuralUni and Co-founder of URDT, represented Uganda as a panelist at the African Union STEM & TVET Pedagogical Innovation Bootcamp in Kigali, Rwanda (27–29 May 2026).
He shared insights on digital tools and
#STEMEducation
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

#CESA2635, #Agenda2063, the Continental TVET Strategy, and the AU Decade of Education & Skills Development, all aimed at equipping Africa’s youth with digital, technical, entrepreneurial, and green skills for sustainable transformation.
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

Dr. Mwalimu Musheshe joins continental TVET engagement in Kigali, Rwanda (27–29 May 2026) as a panelist under the theme: “Advancing Innovative, Digital and Industry-Responsive Pedagogical Skills for TVET Teachers in AU Member States.”
He will contribute to the...
#TVET
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discussion on Digital Tools & Simulation-Based Learning for TVET, showcasing innovative teaching approaches that enhance learner engagement and teaching quality alongside fellow experts Djama Abdillahi Abdi Regueh and Musiba Ladislaus Sufficert.
The engagement aligns with...
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[African Rural University @AfricanRuralUni]

Uganda’s only all-women, value-based university is calling you.

Join ARU and graduate with ready work opportunities.
Apply for Aug 2026-2027 intake: https://t.co/UtsI6EjoID
#WomenInDev #ARU

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Stakeholders agreed on stronger mobilization strategies to increase participation of young women with disabilities in skilling programs through community engagement, radio awareness, and collaboration with local leaders and PWD structures.
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

Today, URDT Institute engaged the National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda @NUDIPU and the Kagadi District Union of PWDs to strengthen inclusion under the Sustainable Inclusive Youth Employment Pathways (SIYEP) program in Kagadi District.
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Kagadi`s growth from bush to commercial hub

Kagadi District was created in 2016 after the split of the former Greater Kibaale into three districts of Kagadi, Kibaale, and Kakumiro

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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

skills that enable young people to transition into work and self-employment. He also urged trainees to stay committed to the training and form groups to benefit from government programs and other opportunities.
#BlueAmbitionProject #YouthSkilling #YouthEmployment #URDTInstitute

[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

Today, a verification exercise for artisans and training centers for the 2nd cohort was conducted in Kagadi District under the Blue Ambition Project a skilling initiative creating sustainable and inclusive youth employment opportunities in Kagadi, Kikuube, and Hoima districts
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

The project equips youth aged 18–35 with practical vocational skills to enhance self-reliance and livelihoods.
Speaking during the exercise, the Principal of URDT Institute and Project Coordinator, Mr. Ivan Busobozi, encouraged artisans to deliver practical, market-relevant
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employment, self-reliance & economic empowerment for young women across Uganda.
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

245 young women in @KibaaleL District are gaining vocational, entrepreneurship & life skills under the #SIYEP program implemented by URDT Institute in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.
The initiative is creating pathways to...
#YoungAfricaWorks
#WomenEmpowernment

[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

I encourage parents and local leaders to support young women to participate and transform their future.” Epicenter Manager Kagadi, Kobugenyi Grace

[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

“We call upon all young women between 15-35 years in our communities to join the SIYEP program implemented by URDT Institute. This program is creating opportunities for skills development, self-employment, and economic empowerment among the youth...
#YoungAfricaWorksUganda
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[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

and strengthen climate resilience. The initiative will also enhance environmental education for students while contributing to a greener and more sustainable learning environment. The seedlings were received by Noeline Kansiime Lucy and Mr. Sali Edward of URDT

[Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme @urdt_programme]

URDT Girls School in Nkondo, Kakumiro District, a school has today received 1,400 indigenous tree seedlings from @WWF Uganda. The seedlings will be planted in the Kikada Forest Reserve, a URDT-owned forest belt, to promote environmental conservation, restore biodiversity,
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