Rubirizi, Uganda – In a bid to support communities in protecting wildlife, mitigating climate change, and conserving natural resources, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Uganda has launched the Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas Initiative (CAPA) project in Rubirizi District.
Empowering Women’s Groups
During a stakeholders’ meeting on February 17, 2025, WWF Uganda handed over UGX 300 million to three women’s groups in Rubirizi and Kasesse districts. The beneficiaries include:
– Kyankwanzi Bakyara Tukorere Hamwe Bika Oguzee (UGX 106 million)
– Nyambuko Development Group (UGX 97 million)
– Bwitho Men and Women Group (UGX 97 million)
Strengthening Community Resilience
According to WWF Uganda’s Project Coordinator, Paul Hatanga, the funding aims to prioritize and strengthen community resilience to climate change. “We’re committed to supporting vulnerable communities that have risked their potential to protect the environment.”
WWF Uganda’s Strategic Objectives
The organization’s Communication Officer, Happy Ali, emphasized that WWF Uganda’s strategic plan focuses on:
– Protecting biodiversity
– Reducing human footprint
– Promoting sustainable solutions to environmental challenges
Beneficiaries Express Gratitude
Madam Asimwe Monica, Chairperson of Kyankwanzi Bakyara Tukorere Hamwe Group, thanked WWF Uganda for the support, stating that the funding will help their group grow and enlarge their business and marketing activities.
Call to Action
Mr. Mulongo Esawo, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer of Rubirizi, advised the beneficiaries to use the resources wisely and ensure sustainable use of natural resources for future generations.
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