The 4th Edition of Busoga Prayer Week 2026 was officially launched at the Civil Service College, Jinja, bringing together religious, cultural, political, and development leaders from across the Busoga Sub-region in a renewed call for unity, prayer, and collective action towards the region’s transformation.

The launch marked the official flag-off of preparations for Busoga Prayer Week 2026 which will take place from 21st–27th September 2026 under the theme:”Let Us Rise and Build Busoga” (Nehemiah 2:18).

The week-long programme will culminate in the Main Prayer Gathering on 27th September 2026 at the Mayuge District Headquarters where thousands of people from across Busoga and beyond are expected to gather in prayer for the region.

The 3rd Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama, officially flagged off Busoga Prayer Week 2026 and reaffirmed the Government of Uganda’s commitment to supporting the annual interfaith initiative.
She called upon leaders and communities across Busoga to embrace unity of purpose and use the Prayer Week as a platform to promote peace, development, improved livelihoods, and the realization of Busoga Vision 2030.

Responding to concerns raised by regional leaders regarding delayed infrastructure projects, Rt. Hon. Nakadama explained that some road projects had slowed due to ongoing efforts to eliminate corruption within the responsible ministry.

She assured participants that the Government remains committed to completing the projects and addressing the region’s infrastructure needs.

She further encouraged continued collaboration between government, religious institutions, cultural leaders, and local communities in driving Busoga’s socio-economic transformation.

Religious Leaders Emphasize Education

Speaking during the launch, Rt. Rev. Paul Hannington Suubi, Bishop of the East Busoga Diocese, described education as the cornerstone of Busoga’s transformation.

He urged parents to support learners in government schools particularly through school feeding programmes, emphasizing that “a hungry child cannot learn effectively.”
The Bishop encouraged parents not to be discouraged by criticism surrounding school feeding initiatives but instead view them as an investment in their children’s future.

He noted that Busoga’s aspiration of becoming Uganda’s model leading economy by 2030 depends on nurturing an educated, skilled, disciplined, and empowered generation.

Prayer and Development Must Go Together

Dr. Mula Anthony, Director General of the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD), said the Prayer Week has grown into a strategic platform that combines spiritual renewal with practical development.

Quoting Nehemiah 2:18 — “So they said, ‘Let us rise up and build.’ Then they set their hands to this good work.” — Dr. Mula said the scripture perfectly reflects Busoga’s development agenda.

He explained that the Prayer Week theme aligns with BCD’s five-year strategic goal of transforming Busoga into a middle-income region by 2030 and positioning it as Uganda’s model economy in rural transformation.

According to Dr. Mula, meaningful socio-economic transformation cannot be achieved in isolation.

“It requires the alignment of spiritual guidance, administrative leadership, strategic planning, and active community participation. When our spiritual leaders stand hand in hand with civic leaders, local governments and government leadership, we create an unstoppable force for positive change.”

He said the launch meeting was convened to align leaders across Busoga ahead of the September gathering, mobilize communities, strengthen collaboration between faith communities and government institutions, encourage practical development actions, and prepare every district, sub-county, and parish to participate in Busoga Prayer Week 2026.

New Leadership to Coordinate Prayer Week

The meeting adopted several resolutions aimed at strengthening the coordination of Busoga Prayer Week.
Hon. Stephen Kisa Bakubalwayo, Member of Parliament for Luuka South and Chairperson of the Busoga Parliamentary Caucus who presented the key achivements of the past 5 years was appointed Chairperson of the 2026 Busoga Prayer Week Organising Committee.
He pledged his full committement for the success of the prayer week.

The committee will be deputized by Mr. Ziija David, LC V Chairperson of Mayuge District.

In accordance with the rotational leadership framework of the Busoga Inter-Religious Council, the meeting also resolved that Sheikh Dr. Hussein Bowa will be the lead Preacher at this year’s regional inter-faith gathering in Mayuge District on 27th September 2027.

Organising Committee Appreciates Government Support.

The Organising Committee expressed appreciation to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his continued support towards Busoga Prayer Week.

Members acknowledged the President’s previous contribution of UGX 20 million, which greatly supported the successful organization of earlier editions.

The Committee also welcomed Government’s continued investment in infrastructure, particularly the ongoing Luuka Road project, while appealing for the acceleration of the Jinja Express Highway and the long-awaited Jinja–Mbulamuti Road, noting their importance in stimulating trade, improving connectivity, and accelerating economic growth.

Religious leaders were commended for their unwavering support of the initiative, while HRH the Isabalangira of Busoga, was recognized for mobilizing Busoga’s traditional leaders.

Through him, an invitation was extended to His Majesty the Kyabazinga of Busoga to participate in the 2026 Main Prayer Gathering in Mayuge District.

Looking Ahead
As preparations intensify for the September gathering, leaders called upon all people of Busoga, regardless of faith or denomination, to actively participate in Busoga Prayer Week 2026.

The annual programme continues to serve as a platform for prayer, reconciliation, servant leadership, and collective action, reinforcing the belief that the transformation of Busoga requires both spiritual commitment and practical development efforts.

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On Wednesday 14th July 2026, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga chaired the Second Special Ministerial Meeting bringing together Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State from the Busoga Sub-region to review the progress of the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) and strengthen the leadership of the Ministerial Coordination Committee (MCC) for the next five years.

The meeting held at her office at Kingdom Kampala was attended by Rt. Hon. Justine Kasule Lumumba- Minister for ICT and National Guidance; Hon. Princess Persis Namuganza- Minister of State for Housing; Dr. Mula Anthony- Director General of the Busoga Consortium for Development and Mr. Genda Walala- BCD Director of Finance and Administration. The meeting reviewed the progress of the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) over the past five years and built consensus on the leadership of the Ministerial Coordination Committee (MCC) for the next five-year term.

The Ministers reaffirmed their shared commitment to accelerating the implementation of the Parish Development Model program through the full operationalization of the Village Agricultural Model initiative, with the goal of transforming Busoga into a socially and economically empowered, middle-income sub-region by the 2030/31 Financial Year.

The meeting further commended the impact of the Village Agricultural Model (VAM) as a BCD flagship initiative for the pioneer model villages in Kamuli, Mayuge and Namayingo districts for boosting the commercialization agriculture, increasing household incomes, creating jobs, improving student enrolment among the model primary schools and driving inclusive socio-economic transformation across Busoga. Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga commended the progress of the Soya School Feeding Programme, describing it as a transformative program that promotes child nutrition, supports education, creates a reliable market for locally produced soya, and advances sustainable community development in line with Busoga Vision 2030 and the National rural transformation aspirations.

While addressing the meeting, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga congratulated the ministers on their appointment by H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and urged them to remain united beyond political affiliations in order to deliver the Government’s manifesto and advance the shared aspirations of Busoga Vision 2030.

The Ministers underscored the importance of Unity among the Ministerial team, Parliamentary Caucus, Obwakyabazinga Bwa Busoga, Local Government leaders and all key regional stakeholders in driving the agenda for social economic transformation of Busoga. The BCD Secretariat was assigned for coordinate efforts aimed at galvanizing regional cohesion as a pillar for steering the transformation of the sub-region.

As part of the meeting’s resolutions, Rt. Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama was confirmed as Chairperson of the Ministerial Coordination Committee (MCC), while Hon. Princess Persis Namuganza was confirmed as the Vice Chairperson of the MCC for the next five years.

The meeting further resolved on assigning Ministerial oversight for each strategic pillar to ensure effective implementation of the region’s development agenda. These are assigned as follows;

• Industrialization and Private Sector Development – as an addition to the strategic oversight and leadership of the BCD as Patron – Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga

• Education and Skills Development – as an addition to MCC coordination – Rt. Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama

• Commercialization of Agriculture and rural transformation – Rt. Hon. Justine Kasule Lumumba

• Tourism, Culture and Heritage Development/ Environmental sustainability – Hon. Persis Namuganza

• Health Improvement and truck the Manifesto commitments of Government for Busoga – Hon. Milly Babalanda

Rt. Hon. Justine Kasule Lumumba highlighted the need to strengthen the fisheries sector through aquaculture while promoting strategic enterprises such as palm oil and bamboo growing to increase household incomes and diversify livelihoods in Busoga. She pledged her full support toward the realization of the shared regional vision.

Hon. Princess Persis Namuganza reaffirmed her commitment to advancing tourism, culture, and heritage development, noting that these sectors will play a significant role in achieving Busoga Vision 2030 through job creation, investment promotion, and preservation of the region’s cultural identity.

Earlier in the meeting, Dr. Mula Anthony, Director General of the Busoga Consortium for Development, presented the minutes and resolutions of the previous Ministerial Coordination Committee meeting held on 11 June 2026 before members deliberated on the implementation progress and strategic priorities going forward.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment by all ministers to work collectively in implementing their assigned mandates and accelerating the realization of Busoga Vision 2030.

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The Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) has boosted the ongoing Busoga Masaza Cup Tournament with the donation of training soccer balls to 14 participating teams, in a move aimed at supporting local talent and strengthening community football as the competition nears its climax.

The initiative follows the recent Busoga–Shandong Cooperation Signing Ceremony, where BCD and Shandong Province reaffirmed their commitment to community development and youth empowerment across Busoga.

The donation, presented by Ms. Esther Mirembe, the Public Relations Officer of BCD, was officially received by the Speaker of the Busoga Lukiiko, Owek. George Mutyabule, and the Deputy Speaker, Owek. Florence Biruma, on behalf of the Busoga Kingdom.

“This gesture comes at a crucial time as the tournament nears its climax. We urge team managers to make good use of the balls to improve local teams and nurture talent,” said Mirembe.

In his remarks, Owek. George Mutyabule applauded the Consortium for its continued support to sports and pledged that the Lukiiko would ensure the balls reach all the intended teams.

“We appreciate BCD for this timely support. It will motivate our teams and help elevate community football standards in Busoga,” he noted.

The Busoga Masaza Cup has become one of the region’s most vibrant sporting events, uniting communities and showcasing exceptional football talent from across the chiefdoms. The latest donation reflects BCD’s growing commitment to promoting youth empowerment, sports excellence, and regional cooperation as key pillars of Busoga’s development.

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The Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (M O U) with the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre (NAGRIC) to roll out a UGX 126 million poultry project that is expected to transform household incomes and drive rural prosperity.

The initiative, centered on the high-yield Rainbow chicken breed, will be implemented in three phases across model villages. By 2030, experts project that each village could generate up to UGX 25 billion annually from poultry alone, positioning the sector as a key driver of the sub-region’s economic growth.

The project is anchored within the Busoga 10-Year Development Agenda, a strategic framework aimed at propelling the region into one of Uganda’s most prosperous economic hubs by 2030.

During the signing ceremony, BCD lauded its partners including the Chinese Embassy in Uganda, China Agricultural University, China-Uganda Agricultural Cooperation Industrial Park, Sunbelt Industries, and The Was Company Ltd for supporting the region’s agricultural modernization through donations of post-harvest equipment, modern farming technologies, and investments in value addition.

Wamboga Nicholas, the Director of The Was Company Ltd, reaffirmed his firm’s commitment to the partnership, assuring Busoga Consortium and the people of Busoga that the company will deliver the highest quality support and services.

“We are committed to delivering the best and ensuring quality in everything we provide under this project,” he said, emphasizing the company’s long-term vision to uplift farmers and strengthen Busoga’s agricultural value chains.

The poultry initiative is rooted in the Village Agricultural Model, launched in 2024 by Vice President H.E. Maj. (Rtd.) Jessica Alupo in Namayingo District. The model complements the Parish Development Model (PDM) championed by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and is designed to anchor Busoga’s long-term socio-economic transformation.

Under the phased rollout, 9,000 Rainbow chickens will be distributed across three pilot villages within four months 1,500 in Phase I, 3,000 in Phase II, and 4,500 in Phase III. The chicks will be brooded for six weeks, fully vaccinated, and monitored for disease resistance before distribution. Unlike local breeds, Rainbow chickens produce 170–200 eggs annually, offering higher income potential and greater food security.

“This M O U marks a decisive step in repositioning Busoga as a hub of agricultural productivity and economic prosperity,” the BCD leadership said. “Through the combined efforts of the Government of Uganda and our partners, we are confident these goals are achievable.”

BCD projects that at least 50 percent of households in model villages will be earning no less than UGX 50 million annually by 2030. The poultry project will serve as a critical entry point alongside fisheries, livestock, and crop farming to transform model villages into centers of agricultural excellence.

Regional leaders including First Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, ministers, cultural and religious leaders, and local government officials have pledged support to ensure the initiative’s success.

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The Busoga Consortium Secretariat, led by Director General Anthony Mula, has initiated partnership with the Soroti City AISICAT Farmers Cooperative Society Limited (SCAFCSL) to promote large-scale commercial agriculture in Uganda.

SCAFCSL comprises members of the Lwala Girls Abducted Survivors Association (LWAGASA) and other community members from the Teso sub-region.

The cooperative focuses on economic empowerment through commercial farming ventures, including groundnuts, soya beans, and poultry rearing.

This initiative seeks to unlock greater export market opportunities, enhance production capacity, and increase household incomes through high-value agriculture.

During his engagement with the farmers, DG Mula stressed the importance of teamwork, identifying priority crops, outlining clear project objectives, and setting realistic budgets.

He pledged to facilitate the establishment of cooperation between AISICAT and the Greater Kamuli Agricultural Cooperative through guiding the signing of a working MOU. He noted this while emphasizing the longstanding historical cooperation between Busoga and Teso Sub-Regions that was based on Trade, Inter-marriages and cultural relations.

The two cooperatives are expected to boost the renewal of the historical cooperation between the two sub-regions through sharing of experiences in modern agricultural practices, trade and market linkages, people to people relations, cultural relations, education and sports, among others.

Later this year, the Cooperative is expected to conduct a benchmarking visit to Greater Kamuli Agri-business Cooperative to learn from its agribusiness successes.

On the value-addition front, soya was highlighted as a major commodity. It can be processed into soya milk, soya porridge, cooking oil, peanut candy, chicken feed, and other profitable products.

Mr. Mula also revealed that the Busoga Consortium is soon introducing the rearing of Rainbow chicken variety in the Busoga model villages as part of the efforts to address household poverty. This type of chicken is said to lay between 170–200 eggs per year, ensuring both food security and income generation. He encouraged the cooperative to adopt similar poultry projects for diversification.

AISICAT Chairperson Ms. Itola Doreen expressed appreciation to Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga and Her Excellency Maj. Rtd. Jessica Alupo, for their consistent support to the Lwala girls abducted survivors community.

She praised Kadaga as a mother figure who opened educational doors for the survivors and linked them to the Busoga Consortium for mentorship and capacity building.

LWAGASA was established on 10th August 2015 to support the reintegration of survivors of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) insurgency and their children many of whom were born in captivity.

The association promotes the empowerment and emancipation of these women, their families, and the wider community.

The origins of LWAGASA are rooted in a tragic event on 24th June 2003, when the LRA, led by Joseph Kony, abducted over 180 girls from Lwala Girls Secondary School in Kaberamaido District (now Kalaki).

While some escaped, others were killed, and many remain in captivity. Survivors endured severe atrocities, including sexual abuse, physical torture, and the spread of diseases such as HIV/AIDS. Many returned to face land grabbing, extreme poverty, stigma, and rejection from their own families.

The former abducted girls are found in the districts of kalaki, Kaberamaido, kapelebyong, katakwi, kumi, Kwania, Amuria ,amolatar,Alebtong, Apac,Soroti, Lira, oyam and Dokolo. The association therefore operates in these district

The association has secured over 3,000 acres of land in Soroti, which will be used for large-scale agriculture, training, and economic projects.

Despite their traumatic past, the former abducted girls have united to rebuild their lives. Through AISICAT and its partnership with the Busoga Consortium, they are embracing modern agricultural practices, value addition, and market-oriented production to transform their livelihoods.

Chairperson Doreen reaffirmed that this collaboration marks a turning point for survivors and their communities—one that promises dignity, self-reliance, and sustainable growth.

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Busoga, Uganda – August 7, 2025

In a continued effort to strengthen agricultural transformation in Busoga Sub-region, the Busoga Consortium for Development distributed tarpaulins to soya farmers in selected model villages across Kamuli, Mayuge, and Namayingo Districts.

The handover function, held at Busana Model Village in Kamuli District, was presided over by the Director General of the Busoga Consortium, Mr. Mula Anthony, who emphasized the importance of proper post-harvest handling in improving crop quality and market value.

“We are committed to ensuring that farmers in our model villages do not just grow food but grow wealth. The provision of tarpaulins is part of our broader strategy to add value, reduce post-harvest losses, and support sustainable livelihoods,” Mr. Mula said during the ceremony.

The initiative has so far benefited farmers in three model villages:
Busana in Kamuli District, Mashaiga in Mayuge District, Namayombe in Namayingo District
These villages were selected under the Consortium’s Model Village Program, which focuses on integrated rural development through agribusiness, digital inclusion, and value addition.

Currently, farmers in these areas are harvesting soya beans, and the distribution of tarpaulins is seen as timely and essential in preventing post-harvest losses caused by improper drying methods.
The event was attended by members of the Village Agricultural Committees (VAC), local government agricultural officers, and representatives from the farming communities. Many farmers expressed gratitude for the support, noting that it would improve both the quality and quantity of their harvests.

“Before, we used to dry our harvests on bare ground which exposed them to dirt and contamination. With these tarpaulins, we can now meet the required quality standards for larger markets,” said Suleman Amisi  from Mashaiga model village in Mayuge.

The Busoga Consortium continues to rally stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, and development partners to scale up support for farmers and accelerate rural transformation across the region.
About the Busoga Consortium for Development:
The Busoga Consortium is a regional development body working to transform the livelihoods of people in Busoga through initiatives in agriculture, health, education, digital economy, and infrastructure development.

The Consortium operates under the National Oversight of the Office of the Vice President of Uganda, supervision of the Ministry of Local Government, and works in close coordination with Busoga Kingdom, District Local Governments, the Inter-Religious Council of Busoga, Development Partners such as the Chinese Embassy in Uganda, China Agricultural University, Private Sector, and Community-Based Organizations.

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H.E Victor Lukandwa,
President Twegaite International
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

All the People of Busoga in the US Diaspora

On behalf of the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) commonly referred to as “Busoga Consortium”, I congratulate you on marking 25 years of significant growth, progress, resilience and unity as Twegiate International fraternity in the United States of America (USA).

I thank the current leadership for the astute leadership and coordination of this year’s special edition of the Twegaite International. I equally thank all the previous Presidents of Twegaite International especially the founders for having conceived and pioneered this great framework that enables the People of Busoga in the USA to annually gather to not only reflect on the journey, achievements and challenges faced as a community; but also seek to draw strategies to contribute to the transformation of your motherland of Busoga and Uganda at large.

As you gather and reflect on the previous 25 years of existence, I wish to challenge you to always preserve your identity as People of Busoga and Ugandans by demonstrating great love for your culture and nation.

The 10 year Busoga Development Agenda (BDA) (www.busoga.go.ug) identifies four (4) historical values noted to define our identity as People of Busoga including UBUNTU (I am because we are – selflessness), Nationalism and Patriotism (lasting love and belonging for Busoga), Integrity (upholding honest, moral and ethical principles) and Consensus. These values are very important in building a formidable united and prosperous Busoga; superintended over by His Majesty the Kyabazinga as our cultural leader and pillar of unity. I therefore would like to encourage you to continue upholding and cherishing these values as the basis for our identity, strength, unity and growth.

As you may be aware, the Diaspora is recognized as a key driver of National development. As Basoga fraternity from the world’s greatest economy, I wish to remind you that a lot is expected of you to champion the revival of the economic glory of Busoga. A conducive and friendly investment climate in Busoga is guaranteed by the Government of Uganda and is actioned by the BCD in collaboration with Busoga Kingdom and the Uganda Investment Authority. I therefore wish to invite you as stakeholders to come and invest in Busoga in the various sectors of the region’s economy.

As a way of facilitating FDIs and Basoga Diaspora led investments to Busoga, the BCD has set up a Directorate for Trade and Investment Promotion. This Directorate was designed to work with all relevant authorities and stakeholders to;

1. Profile all Investment and Trade opportunities in Busoga.
2. Establish a BCD Trade and Investment Facilitation Centre with the responsibility of promoting and strengthening trade and Investment between Busoga and the rest of the world.
3. Negotiate friendly incentives for Industrial Parks Development and investment within Busoga.
4. Provide necessary investment guidance and support to all potential investors in Busoga.

In conclusion, as we mark the Twegaite International Silver Jubilee celebrations, I invite you to reflect on the future of the Busoga we want and resolve to fully participate in its rebuilding. On behalf of the BCD, I assure you of our unwavering commitment to provide a bridge for the actualization of the shared dream for a socially and economically empowered Busoga.

Once again, I congratulate and wish you continued growth and achievement in the years to come.

“Busoga okwisania..na’ amaani”

For God and My Country.

Mula Anthony
DIRECTOR GENERAL BCD

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H.E. the Vice President of Uganda, Rtd. Maj. Jessica Alupo, officially launched a transformative chili farming project aimed at revitalizing the socioeconomic landscape of the Busoga sub-region. The launch was presided over by the 1st Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, who represented the Vice President at the event.

The initiative is being spearheaded by the Busoga Consortium in partnership with the Office of the Vice President, the Chinese Embassy in Uganda and the Kehong China Uganda Agricultural Cooperation Industrial Park Luwero.

Held in Kamuli District, the launch ceremony brought together political leaders, farmers, development partners, and members of the Busoga Consortium Secretariat. In her keynote address, Rt. Hon. Kadaga congratulated the people of Busoga on this significant milestone and urged them to embrace the project with dedication and unity.

“This project is not just about agriculture—it’s about empowerment, sustainability, and prosperity for the people of Busoga,” Kadaga remarked.

Delivering a message on behalf of the Vice President, Kadaga conveyed H.E. Alupo’s appreciation for the efforts of the Busoga Consortium in driving development at the grassroots level. “I commend the Busoga Consortium for their visionary leadership and tireless commitment to transforming lives. This project represents both progress and unity,” She stated.

“As we launch the project today, I am happy to note that this intervention is crafted on the basis of local existing strengths and development potentials of Busoga sub-region. By sharing cross-cutting resources therefore, you will increase attraction for both local and foreign investments as well as international trade promotion. As is the case with Soya bean growing, Chili growing will certainly expand Uganda’ potential to engage in export trade with China”, said Alupo in her statement.

The Minister of State for Agriculture Hon. Bwino Fred Kyakulaga who was represented by Mr. Julious Twinasimasiko National Coordinator of the China Uganda South to South Cooperation Project Phase III applauded the Busoga Consortium for the role played in boosting Agriculture in Busoga. He pledged the Ministry’s support towards planting inputs, tractors and other technical support to ensure Busoga’s socioeconomic transformation.

Key dignitaries at the event included Hon. John Teira, Member of Parliament for the area, who applauded Rt. Hon. Kadaga for consistently turning policy into tangible outcomes for Busoga. Also in attendance were Hon. Kisa Bakubalwayo of Luuka District, Kamuli District LCV Chairperson Mr. Maxwell Kuwebula, Chinese agricultural experts led by Mr. Zhang Xiaoquing team leader of FAO-China-Uganda South to South Cooperation Project Phase III, and representatives of the Greater Kamuli farmers’ community.

Dr. Mula Anthony, Director General of the Busoga Consortium, together with the Secretariat team, encouraged communities across Busoga to actively participate in the chili project. The initiative is expected to significantly boost household incomes and create agribusiness opportunities throughout the region and Uganda at large.

On behalf of the investors, Mr. Zhang Shenhong, General Manager of the Kehong China Uganda Agricultural Cooperation Industrial Park assured the farmers and leaders of Busoga and Uganda market for the Chili that was to be grown. He noted that the Park is committed to ensuring that all the Chili grown by the farmers in Busoga and Uganda is bought at the seasonal negotiated price. The investors target 220,000 tonnes of Chili from Busoga and other parts of the Country in the short term valued at about $300 million dollars per annum.

Mr. Zhang informed the gathering that in addition to the out growers supplies, the park was to plant 500 acres of Chili to boost the quantities and sustain the Chinese market demand.

The chili farming project stands as a symbol of growing collaboration between Ugandan leadership and international partners. With the support of the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries and the Government of China, the project aims to expand export markets, deliver technical training to farmers, and position Busoga as a major contributor to Uganda’s agricultural exports.

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In a bid to fight poverty and boost food security in Busoga sub region, Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD), launched the mass planting season of Soya bean in three pilot districts under its Village Agricultural Model (VAM) project.

The VAM project being implemented by BCD aims at transforming livelihoods and also enhancing agricultural productivity in Busoga starting in the three piloting districts of Namayingo, Mayuge and Kamuli.

The mass planting of soya bean was launched on March 29th, in three model villages namely Namayombe in Buhemba sub county in Namayingo district; Mashiaga village in Mayuge district and in Busana Kamuli district.

The BCD VAM Soya bean planting season in Namayingo was officially launched by Busoga Kingdom’s Prime Minister Dr. Joseph Muvawala who was accompanied by the Namayingo district Mr. Ronald Sanya, Busoga Kingdom’s Agriculture Minister Sam Nkenga and Andrew Ntange the Spokesperson and Chief of Protocol in the office of the prime minister of Busoga Kingdom.

While addressing farmers who are beneficiaries from the project, Muvawala informed farmers that BCD has complemented the government of Uganda and ObwaKyabazinga Bwa Busoga in promoting development and urged people of Namayingo to embrace the project.

“Many people used not to believe in the programs of Busoga consortium and they used to sabotage it but now it has started working—it has responded to its enemies with action and not mere words,” Muvawala said, adding that Basoga ought to embrace farming in Busoga sub region.

He further cautioned people against sabotaging projects brought in Busoga to boost development and transform livelihoods through Obwa Kyabazinga Bwa Busoga.

Sam Nkenga the Minister of Agriculture and who represented BCD’s Director General at the event said the VAM project is being implemented in Busoga by BCD in partnership with China Agricultural University (UAU).

Nkenga said the initiative is aimed at having a significant impact in Busoga sub region and Uganda’s agricultural sector as a whole, boost socio-economic growth and food security.

He further said that in future, BCD expects to establish a bulking centre and processing centre to facilitate value addition on Soya bean and be able to manufacture soya milk, soya oil, fish feeds and chicken feeds among others.

Nkenga assured farmers that BCD will look for a market for the Soya bean and other enterprises that farmers will engage in.

Ruth Nagawa the CEO of VAM at Namayombe village said 100 people will benefit from the pilot project in the village adding that each will plant 1 acre of Soya bean for the start.

The Namayingo district agricultural officer Daniel Dembe said that a farmer is expected to harvest a minimum of about 700 kilograms and a maximum of 900 kilograms from the one acre.

In Mashiaga village, Maguye district, the Third Deputy Prime Minister and chairperson of the Ministerial Coordination Committee (MCC) for BCD, Rukia Nakadama launched the VAM planting season. She was accompanied by BCD’s Director General Anthony Mula alongside several government officials, district officials, local leaders, and agricultural stakeholders, all committed to boosting food security and improving livelihoods through modernized farming techniques.

Speaking at the launch, Nakadama emphasized the central government’s dedication to transforming the agricultural sector by empowering farmers with improved farming inputs, access to modern technology, and training on sustainable practices.

BCD’s Director General Anthony Mula said the project spearheaded under BCD leadership, China Agricultural University, Makerere University Business School and the Office of the Vice President aims to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable farming practices across the region.

In Busana village, Kamuli district, first deputy Prime Minister and Minister of East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga was represented by the Bugabula North Member of Parliament John Teira to officially launch the planting season. Kadaga is also the patron of BCD.

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2024 was a year of remarkable milestones for the Busoga Consortium! As we share our achievements, we step into 2025 with renewed determination to drive impactful change and transformation for Busoga. Happy new year

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