Buganda Kingdom has officially dispatched 80 farmers to Kenya for intensive training in modern farming techniques aimed at revolutionizing and enhancing food security in the Kingdom
This initiative, championed by the Kabaka Foundation in collaboration with Heifer International and the Motti Foundation from the United States, is aimed at equipping farmers with practical skills to boost productivity and encourage self-reliance among households.
Speaking during the official flag-off ceremony, the Kingdom’s Minister for Agriculture and Cooperatives, Hajji Amis Kakomo, called on the selected farmers to embrace the training with dedication and a spirit of innovation.
“This program aligns with the Kabaka’s vision of improving the well-being of his people through modern agriculture. We believe these 80 farmers will return as change agents to transform farming in their communities,” said Kakomo.
The three-day program in Kenya will expose participants to hands-on experiences in advanced farming methods, livestock rearing, agribusiness management, and climate-smart agriculture—areas considered critical for Uganda’s agricultural future.
Among the group are influential community leaders including Pastor Herbert Buyondo, a Pentecostal leader from Kampala; Andrew Benon Kibuuka, the Kabaka’s representative for Kasanje sub-county; and Rt. Rev. Henry Katumba Tamale, retired Bishop of West Buganda Diocese and now Deputy Chairperson of the Kabaka Foundation Board.
Bishop Katumba commended the Kingdom for prioritizing agriculture, stating that consistent efforts such as the "Mwaanyi Terimba" coffee-growing campaign have already shown measurable impact in empowering local farmers.
“We are seeing a renewed sense of hope among farmers. Agriculture is no longer a fallback—it’s a frontline solution for economic independence,” he remarked.
Eddie Kaggwa Ndagala, Chief Executive Officer of the Kabaka Foundation, said the program is not only about skills acquisition but also about changing mindsets.
“This is the time for Kabaka’s people to move away from dependency on donations and embrace agriculture as a sustainable means to uplift their families and communities,” Ndagala said.
The Kingdom’s agricultural empowerment initiative has been widely praised as a model for grassroots-driven development. With agriculture employing more than 70% of Uganda’s population, stakeholders believe that knowledge transfer and exposure to regional best practices are essential in building resilient, profitable, and sustainable farming systems.
As the delegation embarks on this learning journey, there is growing optimism that their return will mark the beginning of a new chapter in Buganda’s agricultural transformation—one driven by innovation, unity, and a shared commitment to prosperity.