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Successfully
addressing problems that plague the people and wildlife of Uganda
requires the action of many organizations and individuals. We
acknowledge, with the links below, a number of organizations we have
worked with in serving the children of Lukaya,
and addressing the serious causes of poverty and environmental
degradation in Uganda.
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Street kids like these have so many needs: clothing, good food, education and supervision.
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| Name: National Organic Agricultural Movement of Uganda (NOGAMU) |
Information:
NOGAMU is a membership organization which unites farmers, producers,
exporters and other stake holders in the promotion of organic
agriculture in Uganda. The organization represents over 35,000 farmers
and works with partner organizations throughout the country
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Uganda has the largest organic farming movement in Africa and there are good markets for the products like these
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| Name: National Agriculture Advisory Service (NAADS) |
Information:
NAADS Mission is "To increase farmer access to information, knowledge
and technology for profitable agricultural production." NAADS' vision is to become a decentralized, farmer owned and private sector
serviced extension system contributing to the realization of the
agricultural sector development objectives
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Ankole hybrid cattle have disease resistance and heat tolerance but grow larger and produce more milk than the pure Ankole cows.
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| Name: Uganda Community Tourism Association (UCOTA) |
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Cottage industries encouraged by UCOTA produce fine crafts for local sale and export.
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Website link: http://www.ucota.or.ug/
Information:
UCOTA exists to help poor communities improve their lives through the
sale of handicrafts and the provision of accommodation, guiding and
cultural performances. Mission: To spearhead sustainable
community-based tourism through capacity building, marketing,
networking, advocacy and enterprise development in collaboration with
stakeholders. UCOTA aims at increasing community benefits, quality
standards, ownership and conservation of natural and cultural resources
for better livelihoods of their members.
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| Name: Eagles Wings Children's Village (EWCV) |
Information:
Mission Statement: To bring Jesus Christ, care, love, protection and
the provision of basic necessities to the lone, orphaned child. EWCV
has over 70 acres in Lukaya on which it is building the village and a
farm that supports it.
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| Name: Hope Destitute Children's Centre (Hope DCC) |
Information:
Hope Destitute Children's Centre (HDCC) is a charitable organisation in
Uganda; it is devoted to the emancipation and empowerment of destitute
young people and children. HDCC was initiated by a former street child,
Aloysious Kirangwa. He became a visionary for destitute young people;
they could not go to school but by self-help he enabled them to build
their own school and build hope into their lives.
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| Name: Hamlet Birding Tours and Safaris |
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Master birder Hamlet Mugabe with Elaine Griswold of RPU on a birding walk at Lake Mburo National Park.
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Website link:www.hamletbirdingsafaris.com
Information:
Hamlet Birding Tours & Safaris Ltd is known across East Africa due
to its experienced and enthusiastic staff in tourism operations and nature
research. Hamlet Birding Tours & Safaris is your perfect choice for
birding tours and wildlife safaris in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and
Rwanda. Hamlet Mugabe is the principal leader, an ornithologist and
nature researcher and has many years of experience with birds and
wildlife of East Africa.
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| Name: The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) |
Information:
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) was established in August 1996 by
the Uganda Wildlife Statute, which merged the Uganda National Parks and
the Game Department. It is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by
the minister responsible for wildlife. UWA is in charge of management
of 10 National Parks, 12 Wildlife Reserves, 14 Wildlife Sanctuaries and
provides guidance for 5 Community Wildlife Areas.
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We observed this magnificent giraffe at Murchison Falls National Park, one of the network operated by the UWA.
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| Name: Kipepeo Travel Ltd. |
Information:
Kipepeo is derived from a 'Kiswahili' word meaning butterfly. Kipepeo
Travel Ltd is a Ugandan registered tour and travel company run by
indigenous Ugandans with extensive and diverse experience in tourism
and wildlife management. Our responsible travel packages enable you to visit wildlife protected
areas, cultural and historical sites as well as exploring aspects of
rural livelihood activities.
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Ugandan-operated travel companies provide safaris with a great combination of wildlife viewing and cultural experiences.
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