When he was given 500 layers” WHILE many graduates prefer to stay in towns hunting for jobs, Benon Rutogogo returned to his village to set up a farm after completing his bachelor of commerce degree at Makerere University in 2006. “I knew there were few jobs for us and a high demand for food. This Read more about From University to Farm: I Am my own Employer[…]
AVACID AFRICA is working in Uganda since 2016, with a commitment to attain peace and reduce mass poverty in the targeted communities. AVACID AFRICA ‘s response to the challenges of Uganda is firmly based on a belief that people themselves are the agents of change and actors of their own development and therefore their ability Read more about Ongoing projects[…]
opinion By Pauline Bangirana Three projects on innovative farmers’ cooperatives, best farming practices in hilly areas and better marketing of milk were winners at recent awards for Innovation Platforms (IP) Case Study Competitions held in Kampala. These were part of the 30 entries that were submitted and the 12 shortlisted. It was organised by International Read more about Using Innovation Platforms to Boost Agricultural Production[…]
The selected youth are mentored on the potential that exists in agricultural value chain engagement. Isolation of agricultural initiatives are highlighted in the engagement to create a positive disposition towards and entrepreneurship and agripreneurship. The mentoring program involves personal interaction with mentors in one-to one interactions, online discussions, video conferences, workshops, seminars, and training sessions Read more about Mentorship program[…]
First AGM of Founder Members of the Value Chain Association Professional Association (VCPA) on 23rd November 2010. Standing Linked from Left to Right are: Arshfod Njenga, Bernard Chitunga, David Mshila, Ancieta Mwiti, Abraham Wakhutu, Anicia Murage, Kiringai Kamau, Joachim Weber and Jeremiah Nyori. During the meeting, the inaugural Committee Comprising of: Arshfod Njenga (Chair), Bernard Read more about Capacity Building[…]