‎The Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga has hosted a special Busoga Ministerial Meeting to review the progress of the BCD and build consensus on the leadership of the BCD Ministerial Committee for the next five years.
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‎In attendance was the 3rd Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama Rt. Hon. Justine Lumumba whose participation was on call due to budget reading preparations Mr. Mulumba Davidson Kasajja Governor of Busoga Consortium and District Chairperson Bugiri Dr. Mula Anthony Director General and Mr. Patrick Kayemba Director for Mindset Change.
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‎During the meeting, the Third Deputy Prime Minister was applauded for her good stewardship of the Ministerial Committee and was recommended by the BCD Patron for reappointment as Chairperson of the Ministerial Coordination Committee.
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‎• In her speech, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga made a call for unity as Busoga leaders embark on delivering services in the best interest of the people under the shared “BusogaVision2030”. she congratulated the leaders of Busoga for their efforts during the January 2026 election that ensured victory of the president in busoga sub region
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‎She rallied Busoga Ministers to actively participate and promote the Village Agriculture Model (VAM) Initiative as a vehicle for catalyzing the successful implementation of the PDM strategy in the Busoga region.
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‎ she also urged BCD to take advantage of the Busoga–Shandong Provincial Agreement to promote the growing of Bamboo due to the several viable products that can be made from bamboo such as furniture, building materials, cutlery, and others.
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‎Rt. Hon. Rukia Nakadama Chairperson of the BCD Ministerial Committee, presented a progress report for 2021–2026.
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‎she commended the Patron and leadership of BCD for the attained achievements.
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‎Notable Achievements:
‎a) Regional Unity and Cohesion – Over the previous five years, Busoga has grown stronger and more united than in the past.
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‎b) Full Operationalized the the organs of BCD which include the office of the patron,he BCD MCC stakeholders assembly and BCD secretiate
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‎ C) Operationalized of 10-Year Busoga Development Agenda (BCD) through the flagging off of the Village Agricultural Model (VAM) Initiative in August 2023 as the main regional flagship initiative for enhancing efforts towards poverty reduction.
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‎D) Trade
‎ H.E the President flagged off 11 tons of chilli to the Chinese market last November, marking a revival of the historic glory of Busoga as a major economic player in Uganda’s trade sector.
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‎E) Successfully witnessed stable regional leadership and smooth BCD transitions over the past five years,
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‎ F) Established of local and international collaborations including:
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‎BCD and Liaoning Province of China established in 2023, BCD and Shandong Province established in 2024 among many other. A detail of all achievements will be published.
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‎The Governor commended the leadership of BCD, for working togather to steer noting that the meeting was fruitful with strong resolutions and renewed commitment.
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‎Director General Dr Mula Anthony applauded the patron and all leaders for their continued efforts towards attained achievements that
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‎The leaders of Busoga reaffirmed their commitment to driving the implementation of #BusogaVision2030 that seeks to steer Busoga to middle income status

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Director General Dr Mula anthony flagging off the Busoga youhs to china‎The Director General of the Busoga Consortium for Development, Dr. Mula Anthony, has officially flagged off a team of six young leaders and entrepreneurs selected from the model Villages of Busoga to undergo a high-level entrepreneurship and rural transformation training at China Agricultural Universn from Namayombe Village in Namayingo District, Mashiage Village , Busana Village in Kamuli District, and the BCD secretariat represents the growing impact of the Busoga–China partnership in empowering rural youth across Busoga. The team includes:

Mirembe Esther – Public Relations Officer, Busoga Consortium (Team Leader)

‎Ojiambo Lucas – Assistant Agriculture Officer, Namayingo District (Namayombe Village)

‎Nambi Lydia – Secretary for Women, Busana Village, Kamuli District

‎Kintu Brian – Chief Executive Officer, Kamuli

‎Emma Byaruhanga – Brand Officer, Busoga Consortium for Development

‎This Global South Entrepreneur Initiative program is championed by China Agricultural University in partnership with Tencent, aimed at equipping young entrepreneurs from the Global with advanced knowledge, skills, and capacity-building tools to drive rural transformation in their home countries.

‎A Partnership Rooted in Progress

‎The Busoga–China collaboration was signed on 24th November 2023 at the Office of the President, where the Busoga Consortium signed a partnership agreement with China Agricultural University. The cooperation focuses on:

‎Technical support for the Village Agricultural Model

‎Capacity-building and scholarship programs for Busoga Consortium

‎Agricultural modernization

‎Entrepreneurship and grassroots economic growth

‎The flag-off stands as a clear testimony to the fruits of this partnership.

‎Investing in the Future of Busoga

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‎Speaking at the ceremony held in the Committee Room at the Office of the President, Dr. Mula Anthony emphasized the Consortium’s long-term vision of empowering youth through exposure, practical training and having no poor person in Busoga by 2030:

‎ “Our goal is to equip at least 1 million young people from Busoga with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure required to transform rural communities, accelerate development and create wealth. This delegation is part of that bigger dream.”

‎The team is set to undergo intensive training at China Agricultural University from 30th November to 14th December, focusing on modern agricultural systems, entrepreneurship, digital integration, and community-centered developmental models.

‎A Milestone for Rural Transformation

‎The Busoga Consortium continues to position the region as a hub of youth innovation and rural development excellence. Through international exchanges and high-impact partnerships, Busoga is steadily building a generation of informed, skilled, and globally connected change-makers.

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A delegation from China Agricultural University led by Associate Professor Prof. Li Li and PhD candidate Yanchen Qi concluded a three-day working tour across model districts in the Busoga sub-region aimed at assessing the progress of the BCD-CAU beneficiaries and Village Agriculture Model (VAM) project and strengthening community-based agricultural transformation programs.

The monitoring exercise focused on evaluating projects established by beneficiaries of the China Agricultural University–Busoga Consortium benchmarking and training program, which has continued to empower youth and rural communities through practical agricultural skills, poultry farming, and mindset transformation initiatives.

The tour, which ran from 6th to 8th May, was conducted together with the Director General of the Busoga Consortium for Development, Dr. Mula Anthony, district leaders, and agricultural stakeholders across the region.

Visit to Buteme Light Primary School, Kamuli District

One the 1st day of the tour, the delegation visited Buteme Light SDA Primary School to assess the progress of the school garden program under the Village Agriculture Model initiative. Targeted the school feeding program

The delegation was warmly received by the school management led by Headteacher Makubo Stephen alongside local farmers and community members.

Speaking during the visit, Dr. Mula Anthony emphasized the importance of integrating agriculture into schools as a way of equipping learners with practical farming skills, school feeding and promoting food security at household level.

He noted that the Busoga Consortium for Development plans to provide training to one million youths across the Busoga sub-region through benchmarking and agricultural transformation programs aimed at improving livelihoods and changing community mindsets towards agriculture.

The delegation also highlighted the importance of knowledge sharing between Uganda and China in promoting sustainable agriculture and community empowerment.

Mrs. Sarah Sambya LCV Chairperson Kamuli District appreciated the partnership between the CAU and the BCD for transforming communities through the VAM project. She pledged the district’s full support towards the project and emphasized that all district departments would prioritize the development of Busana Village to ensure sustainable agricultural transformation, youth empowerment, and improved household livelihoods.

Makubo Stephen Head Teacher Buteme Light SAD primary School welcomed the School Feeding program and pledged full commitment towards the implementation of the program. He noted that the initiative will greatly benefit both learners and parents through practical agricultural skills, Nutrition, improved school performance and mindset change. He reaffirmed the school’s readiness to work closely with the Busoga Consortium and community members to ensure the success of the project.

Hatchery Donation in Bubwika Village

The delegation later proceeded to Bubwika Village in Bulange Sub-county, Namutumba District, where Prof. Li Li officially handed over a 30-sitter small hatchery donated to support poultry farming activities in the community.

The hatchery, which operates using both solar power and electricity, was handed over to the Bubwika Women Farmers Association, whose members are actively engaged in poultry farming under the guidance of the Busoga Consortium for Development in partnership with Busoga Kingdom.

The event attracted local leaders, farmers, and community members mobilized by Yololimu Nabongho Kisiginyi.

Also present during the handover ceremony was the Minister of Agriculture in Busoga Kingdom, Owek. Samuel Nkenga, who commended the partnership for promoting sustainable agricultural development in rural communities.

During his remarks, Dr. Mula Anthony pledged to donate another hatchery to further expand poultry farming initiatives across Busoga as part of the Consortium’s agricultural transformation agenda.

Monitoring Beneficiary Communities in Namayombe Village

As part of the ongoing monitoring exercise, the delegation proceeded to Namayombe Village in Namayingo District to assess the progress of beneficiary communities under the China Agricultural University–Busoga Consortium partnership program.

The delegation visited beneficiaries Lucus Ojiambo and Nakato Prossy from Mashiaga, whose poultry enterprises are steadily improving household incomes and transforming livelihoods through the Village Agriculture Model initiative.

The tour was joined by District Chairperson Sanya Ronald together Mr.Patrick Kayemba Director Mindset Chang BCD, and Owek. Sam Nkenga Minister of Agriculture Busoga Kingdom who applauded the partnership for empowering rural communities through practical agricultural interventions and sustainable income-generating activities.

The delegation also emphasized the importance of continuous supervision and mentorship of CEOs of the Village Action Committees in consolidating Busoga’s efforts towards community-driven agricultural development and mindset change.

Beneficiaries Commend the Program

Among the beneficiaries whose projects were monitored by the visiting delegation included Esther Mirembe, Emma Byaruhanga, Namabi Lydia, Kayaga Elias, Kintu Brian, Nakato Prossy, Nalube Sophia, Kalinaki Robert, Athenio Scovia, and Lucus Ojiambo, alongside other youths who traveled to different provinces in China for agricultural benchmarking and training.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries trained last year, Esther Mirember appreciated the Busoga Consortium for Development and China Agricultural University for the exposure, knowledge, and practical skills acquired through the program.

She noted that the training had created a major shift in mindset among the youth and inspired many beneficiaries to embrace modern agriculture as a sustainable source of livelihood and community transformation.

Appreciation to National and Regional Leadership

Dr. Mula Anthony commended the continued support from the Office of the Vice President of Uganda led by Jessica Alupo, as well as leaders across the Busoga region, for supporting initiatives aimed at transforming communities through agriculture, youth empowerment, and innovation.

The three-day monitoring tour reaffirmed the strong partnership between China Agricultural University and the Busoga Consortium for Development in promoting sustainable agricultural development, skills transfer, and economic empowerment across the Busoga sub-region.

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Director General Dr Mula Anthony with Busoga Delegation

‎A delegation of four participants from the selected Model Village of Namayombe in Namayingo District, Mashaiga in Mayuge and Busana in Kamuli District has departed for Mogogolo, Tanzania, to undergo specialized training in soya milk processing.

‎The training will focus on the effective use and maintainance of machines donated by China Agricultural University to BCD for processing of Soya Milk for school going pupils in our Model Schools.

‎China Agricultural University, in collaboration with the Busoga Consortium, continues to champion the Soya Feeding Program as a strategic initiative to enhance nutrition in Model schools, promote value addition, and strengthen household incomes across the region.

‎In his remarks while briefing the delegation ahead of their departure, the Director General, Mr. Mula Anthony, encouraged them to remain attentive, disciplined, and fully committed to the training so as to maximize the opportunity.

He later escorted them to Entebbe International Airport, where they boarded Air Tanzania to Dar Es Salaam.

‎The team comprised:

‎Sophie Sylvia Nalubega – Mashiaga Village, Mayuge District

‎Elsie Kayaga – Busana Village, Kamuli District

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‎Scovia Athieno – Best Farmer, Namayombe Village, Namayingo District

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‎Robert Kalinaki – Busana Village, Kamuli District

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‎‎This initiative reflects a continued commitment to strengthening agribusiness skills, promoting value addition, and empowering local communities through practical knowledge transfer.

‎Upon their return, the delegation will take on a vital role in cascading the knowledge acquired by training other farmers in soya milk processing. This will be implemented under the Soya Feeding Program, aimed at promoting nutrition, value addition, and household income generation within the communities of Busoga.

‎Through this program, the demand for Soya beans is expected to increase as schools will need it in large quantities for soya milk production per term. The increased Demand for Soya beans means increased incomes among households within the project communities and Busoga at large.

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As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance agricultural productivity and profitability through the Village Agricultural Model (VAM) initiative, the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD), in collaboration with the Busoga Kingdom and the Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, is undertaking a transformative step in rice production.

A team of officials led by Owek. Sam Nkenga, Minister of Agriculture for the Busoga Kingdom, alongside rice experts assigned by the Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Uganda, has commenced rice planting activities at Nawaibete Swamp, located along the Kibaale–Ivukula Road in Ivukula Sub-county, Namutumba District. This engagement also aims to explore the development of Modern Rice Production in Busoga Sub-region.

Under this partnership, BCD, together with the Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences and the Busoga Kingdom, plans to pilot a high-yielding rice variety in Ivukula Sub-County that is expected to deliver up to 200% higher yields compared to traditional varieties currently used by our farmers. This initiative is a key step toward addressing poverty and improving household incomes across the region.

The successful piloting will result into the rolling out of the program across all traditionally rice growing districts of Busoga.

The project is being implemented under the guidance of the BCD Director General, with Owek. Sam Nkenga as ground oversight leader based on his proffessional expertise in Agricultural coordination. The technical team, working closely with local farmers, is actively preparing seedbeds and establishing demonstration plots at the sites, which has been identified for piloting modern paddy rice production techniques.

This initiative reflects the Busoga Consortium’s and Busoga Kingdom’s broader vision of building a socially and economically empowered Busoga through sustainable agricultural transformation.

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Kamuli, Uganda

The Director General of the Busoga Consortium, Dr. Mula Anthony, yesterday flagged off the BCD-CAU School Garden program for Primary schools in the Busoga model villages during his visit at Buteme Light SDA Primary School, located in Busana Model Village, Kamuli District. He was accompanied by District Chairperson Hon. Sarah Sambya, Agricultural Officers and members of the Village Action Committee of Busana Village. The delegation was received by Mr. Makubo Stephen Head Teacher of Buteme Light SDA Primary School.

The visit included an inspection of the ongoing construction of a modern Kitchen facility by the school, now approximately 90% complete, in preparation for the scheduled commencement of the soya milk school feeding program for VAM model schools next month.

During the visit, the school garden planting season was officially launched. Dr. Mula Anthony who handed over 30 kilograms of Soya bean seeds of MAK SOY N6 variety, 18 kilograms of maize long 10H variety, and the required fertilizers to support the garden. The were received by school Head Teacher Mr. Makubo Stephen, marking the revival of hands-on agricultural activities for schools in a move to improve pupils nutrition and schools’ performance at the primary level.

In his remarks, he highlighted the Busoga Consortium’s commitment to holistic community development, combining education, agriculture, and digital learning to create model villages that can inspire prosperity across Busoga by the end of the 2025/26 financial year.

The feeding project will start in three selected model villages and their model schools, with Buteme Light SDA Primary School, a government school located in Busana I Village, Kamuli District, being one of them. This initiative is a result of the collaborative efforts between China Agricultural University (CAU) and the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD).

Mr. Makubo Stephen commended China Agricultural University, Busoga leaders led by the Rt. Hon. Dr. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, the BCD Director General Dr. Mula Anthony, and parents for their support. He expressed his commitment to ensuring that Buteme Light SDA transforms into a real model school following its being selected to benefit from both the feeding program and the digital learning screens recently donated.

Hon. Sarah Sambya also thanked China Agricultural University for its support and pledged the district’s full commitment to prioritize Busana Village as a model community.

Following the launch, Dr. Mula and his team paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Kamuli District, Mr. Mawley Ben Lawrenu to brief him on the ongoing efforts in the model school and village projects.

The CAO expressed full support and pledged that all district departments would prioritize Busana Village, personally committing to visit and monitor progress.

The BCD Director General also praised parents and school management for building a school kitchen within three weeks, demonstrating strong local commitment and enthusiasm for the project.

After Kamuli, Dr. Mula Anthony traveled to Luuka District to tour a chilli farm of Mr. Isabirye Paul, a retired government official. He applauded Mr. Isabirye for planning well his retirement through investment in growing of Chilli, Poultry, rearing of Cows, among entreprises.

The visit underscores the Busoga Consortium’s commitment to community development, combining education, nutrition, agriculture, and digital learning to create model villages that can inspire prosperity across Busoga.

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03. March. 2026

A delegation of student participants in the Eurasian Schools Debating Championship (ESDC) 2026 paid a courtesy visit to Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga at her office Kampala, where she warmly received and celebrated them for their remarkable performance on the global stage.

The students from Kiira College Butiki (KCB) made Uganda proud after emerging as the best team from the African continent at the prestigious championship held in South Africa on 10th to 13th December 2025.

The 16th Annual Eurasian Schools Debating Championship, coordinated by Olympia Debate Society Limited, took place from January 17–19, 2026 at Robert College in Istanbul, Turkey.

The tournament attracted 79 teams from across the world, providing a competitive platform for young intellectuals to showcase their research ability, critical thinking, and persuasive communication skills.

Representing Uganda were three exceptional students:
• Kwagala Samuel Mulambuzi (S5)
• Gidudu Ephraim Akaya (S3) – Assistant Head Prefect
• Isabirye Alvin (S5) – Chairperson of all Club Presidents
In attendence was the Deputy Headteach Nkumbo James, Director General Mula Anthony, deputy legal advisor counsel Buwande Anthony, he elect district chapirson

Through dedication, discipline, and resilience, the trio won five preliminary rounds and defeated top-ranked international teams, demonstrating eloquence, confidence, and intellectual depth that distinguished them among global competitors.

While briefing Rt. Hon. Kadaga, Isabirye Alvin shared insights into their experience at the championship, emphasizing the invaluable exposure and the opportunity to engage with diverse global perspectives. He acknowledged the unwavering support from the school administration and parents, which played a crucial role in their success.

The team explained that their journey to the global stage followed their victory in national competitions under the Uganda National Students’ Association (UNSA), earning them the honor of representing Uganda from Busoga to the international arena despite intense competition from other nations.

Rt. Hon. Kadaga expressed deep pride in the students’ eloquence, confidence, and the powerful poetry.

She pledged to engage the Ministry of Education and Sports and H.E. the President to ensure the team receives national recognition and financial reward for flying Uganda’s flag high.

She further called for increased government support toward debating and intellectual development, noting that academic competitions deserve the same attention and facilitation often accorded to football and other sports.

The delegation was led by Ms. Nabuzale Cathy Deputy Head Teacher, Administration, Kiira College Butiki who described debating as a transformative tool for personal growth:
“Debating is a powerful tool for personal growth and development. These students have shown that they can engage with complex ideas, think critically, and express themselves eloquently.”

She expressed gratitude to the Headteacher Mr. Moses Semwanga for his spiritual, moral, and logistical support, which ensured the team’s welfare and effective participation at the championship.
She also appreciated Rt. Hon. Kadaga for celebrating the students and recognizing their achievement. The visit was marked by cake-cutting and jubilation as the delegation proudly reflected on their international milestone.

She further proposed that Uganda should, in future, field officially recognized national debate teams rather than leaving individual schools to compete independently. They observed that many countries participated as national teams, a model Uganda could adopt to enhance coordination, competitiveness, and global visibility.

Rt. Hon. Kadaga once again congratulated the students, warmly welcomed them back home, and commended their discipline, passion, and commitment to excellence.

The Eurasian Schools Debating Championship provides a powerful platform for young leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue, sharpen their analytical skills, and foster international understanding.

Kiira College Butiki’s achievement stands as a shining testament to the school’s dedication to academic excellence and leadership development. From Busoga to the world stage, these young debaters have proven that Ugandan students can compete confidently and excel among the best globally when given opportunity and support.

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4th. March. 2026

A high-level delegation from the Kehong China–Uganda Agricultural Cooperation Industrial Park, led by Chairman Mr. Luo Heng, paid a courtesy visit to Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, at her office in Kingdom Kampala on March 3rd, 2026.

Rt. Hon. Kadaga warmly welcomed the delegation and commended Kehong for its transformative investment in Uganda’s agricultural sector, which employs 400 people of the country’s population.

She applauded the Industrial Park’s strategic focus on mechanization, value addition, and the development of a complete agricultural value chain, noting that such an approach moves Uganda beyond the export of raw materials toward industrialization and sustainable economic growth.

Chairman Luo Heng congratulated Rt. Hon. Kadaga upon her re-election and expressed appreciation for her steadfast support toward the growth and success of the Industrial Park.

He highlighted key milestones achieved under Phase I, including the completion of infrastructure, establishment of modern crop, livestock, and poultry facilities, and the production of 250,000 eggs daily from 300,000 laying hens.

The Park currently supplies markets in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan, while providing employment opportunities to over 400 Ugandans.

Mr. Luo further underscored the Park’s strong partnership with the Busoga Consortium for Development and the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, which facilitated Uganda’s historic first chilli export to China a landmark achievement in strengthening agricultural trade relations between the two nations.

Looking ahead, the Park unveiled its ambitious USD 300 million medium- and long-term investment plan. The expansion strategy includes the launch of a 5 million laying hen full-industry-chain project, scaling up chilli production to 2,000 acres, and establishing coffee processing facilities at Namanve Industrial Park to enhance value addition and export competitiveness.

The delegation requested government support in the form of tax incentives, allocation of 50 acres of land at Namanve Industrial Park, improvement of road and water infrastructure, and provision of a stable power supply to ensure seamless operations and future expansion.
In response, Rt. Hon. Kadaga pledged to follow up on the matter of tax incentives and engage relevant authorities regarding land allocation at Namanve.

She reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting strategic investments that promote employment creation, technology transfer, export growth, and socio-economic transformation. She particularly recognized the successful chilli export milestone achieved in partnership with the Busoga Consortium for Development.

Rt. Hon. Kadaga also pledged to extend the invitation to H.E. Museveni the President to officiate the Industrial Park’s upcoming 10th Anniversary Celebration scheduled for April 26th, 2026.

In attendance were the Director General of busoga consortium, Dr. Mula Anthony,  and the District Chairperson–elect  Hon. Kaloli Dhizaala

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Over 200 young girls and young mothers from the Busoga sub-region are set to benefit from upcoming vocational and employment opportunities following a new initiative by the Luyanzi Institute of Technology aimed at empowering vulnerable women through practical skills training.

The program, which will officially commence later this year, will equip participants with hands-on skills in catering, tailoring, computer studies and e-commerce enabling them to become economically independent and competitive in today’s global job market.

In addition, beneficiaries will receive Chinese language training, increasing their chances of securing employment opportunities in China, Africa and within international partnerships connected to the institute.

Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Director General of the Busoga Consortium, Mula Anthony, the institute’s Director, Mrs. Wang Sooma, emphasized the importance of discipline and determination among beneficiaries.

She noted that the opportunity will favor girls and young mothers who are focused, committed, and ready to transform their lives through education and skills acquisition.

“We desire to see young mothers become empowered, self-reliant, and purposeful. Those who are disciplined and know what they want will stand a great chance of benefiting from this opportunity,” Mrs. Sooma said.

The initiative forms part of broader efforts to uplift livelihoods and revive the socio-economic status of the Busoga sub-region through education and skills development programs.

While speaking during the visit, Mula Anthony commended the institute for its continued partnership with Busoga, noting that this is not the first time young people from the region have benefited from scholarships and training opportunities at the institute’s campus in Bweyogerere.

He highlighted education and skills training as key drivers for sustainable development in Busoga and pledged to work with regional stakeholders to mobilize pottential beneficiries to embrace such transformative initiatives.

“These programs are meant to change lives and restore hope among our people. Our leaders will be rallied to support the programs to ensure success,” he said.

The project is expected to significantly boost the education sector while creating employment pathways for young mothers, reinforcing ongoing efforts by the Busoga Consortium to promote inclusive development and long-term economic transformation in the region.

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