In the heart of Kyaka and Rwamwanja refugee settlements in Kyegegwa District, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Uganda is changing lives through the Resilient, Empowered, and Adapted Livelihoods (REAL) project.
This two-year initiative, funded by DANIDA and the people of Denmark in partnership with Novo Nordisk and the FAHU Foundation, has made a profound impact on both refugee and host communities.
The REAL project focuses on strengthening food security, nutrition, and community resilience. ADRA Uganda works with 35 groups—25 refugee groups and 10 from the host community—empowering them with tools and knowledge for a sustainable future.
According to Faridah Nakato, monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) officer at ADRA Uganda, the project promotes smart climate agriculture, including vegetable gardening, goat rearing, and other climate-smart farming practices.
Nakato explains that goat milk not only enhances the nutrition of breastfeeding mothers but also contributes to a well-balanced diet for children and their families.
The project has already changed lives. One such story is that of Anyesi Nyirasabimana, whose life has significantly improved thanks to her involvement in the REAL project.
Her experience is a powerful testament to how targeted support and empowerment can lead to self-reliance and hope.
The REAL project showcases the power of partnership and community-led development.
Through the combined efforts of DANIDA, Novo Nordisk, and the FAHU Foundation, ADRA Uganda is paving the way for refugees and host communities to build more secure and sustainable futures.
