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We are better together in the fight against Inequality. Oxfam believes that the realisation of a Uganda free from extreme inequality will require that we work in partnership and alliance with other players at different levels. This way, we are able to do more with less.
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How Maimuna Umar is Using a Small Piece of Land to Produce Food
The Urban Food Hives project (UFH) 2021-2024 was an initiative implemented in Uganda by Oxfam, in partnership with the Community Integrated Development Initiative (CIDI), with funding from Oxfam America, aimed at creating food systems that are equitable, resilient, and sustainable in urban settings. Maimuna Umar is a member of the Single Mothers group of Luzira, Kamwanyi, in Kampala who participated in the UFH and was trained on Climate smart agriculture and garden planning using recyclable plastic materials and tyres for farming.
After a devastating landslide in Bulambuli district in 2024, Naume transformed from a teacher into a vital community volunteer. As a dedicated river gauge reader, she now serves as the first line of defence against future disasters, using her voice to keep her community safe.
In this video, follow Naume’s daily journey from monitoring river levels to mobilizing women’s savings groups and leading reforestation efforts. Learn about how local leadership and disaster preparedness are saving lives and building a more resilient future in Uganda.