Eight Rural Transformation Specialists Graduate from African Rural University with Bachelor’s Degrees in Rural Development
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Eight Rural Transformation Specialists Graduate from African Rural University with Bachelor’s Degrees in Rural Development

ByKiiza Nobert

On November 22nd, 2024, African Rural University (ARU) marked another milestone in rural transformation as eight Rural Transformation Specialists received their Bachelor’s Degrees in Rural Development at the university’s 10th Graduation Ceremony, held at the Kagadi main campus.  This transformative occasion celebrated the achievements of Ampire Mariam, Atuhairwe Jane, Nakate Claire, Nambuya Dianah, Kobusinge Mawanda,…

URDT/ARU is set to pilot the Community Asset Voucher program for rural transformation
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URDT/ARU is set to pilot the Community Asset Voucher program for rural transformation

ByKiiza Nobert

The Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme (URDT), in partnership with Grassroots Economics (GE) of Kenya, is set to pilot the Community Asset Voucher system in rural communities of Uganda, aiming to develop a socio-economic model for rural transformation. URDT, is a rural-based organization founded in 1987, has the mission to enable the people of…

BUNYORO KITARA KINGDOM HONOURS DR MWALIMU MUSHESHE   FOR SYSTEMS WIDE CHANGE
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BUNYORO KITARA KINGDOM HONOURS DR MWALIMU MUSHESHE   FOR SYSTEMS WIDE CHANGE

ByAgaba Charles

In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation, African Rural University Vice Chancellor – Dr. Mwalimu Musheshe Ashoka Fellow, has expressed gratitude to the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom for honoring   Uganda Rural Development Training Programme’s (URDT) transformative work in the region. This follows the latest award given to him by Kabalega Foundation at the Hoima Resort Hotel on…

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Silvana Franco Veltkamp
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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Silvana Franco Veltkamp

ByKiiza Nobert

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our Mother Organisation URDT’s  co-founder, Silvana Franco Veltkamp . Silvana Franco Veltkamp was born in North Africa, Tunis, and raised in Italy. In her teens, Silvana spent a year living and studying in Mogadishu, Somalia. This experience cemented her love and…

Graduates of URDT Institute join the rest of the participants at the EXCO showcase at Helipad, Serena Hotel
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Graduates of URDT Institute join the rest of the participants at the EXCO showcase at Helipad, Serena Hotel

ByKiiza Nobert

Three graduates of Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT-I) showcase skills and their products at Helipad gardens, Serena Hotel in Kampala. The showcase took place on 23rd October, 2023 where twenty one partners of the Foundation participated. This was as a result of the visit by the Executive Committee of the Mastercard Foundation where…

District Stake holders Applaud URDT-I for transforming youth into responsible citizens
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District Stake holders Applaud URDT-I for transforming youth into responsible citizens

ByKiiza Nobert

The leadership of twenty districts and four Refugee Settlements in Mid-West and Mid-Central Uganda have acknowledged URDT-I for the transformative changes it has brought to the communities by enabling youth to transition to work in the private sector. This acknowledgment came during stakeholder review and reflection meetings held by URDT-I from the 11th to the…

Nyakabungo village members laud URDT for transforming rural areas
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Nyakabungo village members laud URDT for transforming rural areas

ByKiiza Nobert

Members of Nyakabungo village in Kagadi district have praised URDT for its efforts in transforming rural areas. URDT, in collaboration with communities, established Epicenters in 20 districts to facilitate the diffusion of the visionary approach and enable sustainable transformation of rural economies. The Epicenter Concept was designed as a strategy to expedite the development of…

The Ministry of Agriculture pledges to support MEPE in order to facilitate value addition among farmers
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The Ministry of Agriculture pledges to support MEPE in order to facilitate value addition among farmers

ByKiiza Nobert

The Farmer Mobilization, Education, Value-Addition, and Service Delivery Campaign in Kagadi district was successfully held at Kanyansi grounds in Kagadi town council on Friday, October 6th, 2023. The campaign was led by the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, accompanied by the Agriculture State Minister, Fred Bwino Kyalulaga, and other distinguished dignitaries who visited model…

Service uptake and involvement of women in cervical cancer screening services has greatly Improved, Ministry of health says
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Service uptake and involvement of women in cervical cancer screening services has greatly Improved, Ministry of health says

ByKiiza Nobert

URDT and Ministry of Health conducts quality support supervision and mentoring for the January-March quarter under Training of Trainers (TOT) project in Bunyoro sub region. The improved service uptake and involvement of women in cervical cancer services was revealed by Dr. Apollo Kalanzi the officer in charge of reproductive health from the ministry of health…

URDT Joins the Rest of the World in Commemorating the International Women’s Day 2023
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URDT Joins the Rest of the World in Commemorating the International Women’s Day 2023

ByKiiza Nobert

As Uganda and the rest of the world commemorate international women’s day under the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Genda Equality”, Uganda Rural Development and Training program (URDT) joined the celebrations that are held on 8th of March of every year. As an organization that values women as an important part of the community…