Omara Emmy, aged 45, is a married man with five children residing in Ojul-Tekidi Community, Ojul Parish, Awei Subcounty, Alebtong District. For many years, Emmy struggled to manage his household resources effectively. He recalls that he “used not to bother about jointly planning with his family, especially during agricultural production and when using income earned from farming.” Due to the […]
In a bid to strengthen local development initiatives and promote knowledge exchange, our dedicated team from Dokolo District – comprising Field Officers from Adeknino and Kwera Subcounties, alongside the Dokolo Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – recently conducted a cross-learning visit to Acii Subcounty in Amolatar District. This visit was graciously hosted by the passionate INSPIRE team in Amolatar, who are […]
As part of the INSPIRE Project’s commitment to resilient livelihoods and sustainable agricultural transformation, Farmer Learning Groups (FLGs) and Demonstration Plots (Demos) have been successfully established across Lira, Alebtong, and Dokolo districts. These initiatives are not just agricultural interventions, they are a bold step toward empowering farmers to lead innovation, adapt to climate realities, and improve food security at the […]
In the heart of Akutu village, Ayira Parish, Bar Subcounty in Lira District, Adiro Betty stands as a testament to the power of sustainable agriculture. A mother, a farmer, and a role model in her community, Betty’s journey with the Organic Cereals #6 project, funded by Latek Stay Alliance, has been nothing short of transformative. Before joining the project, Betty, […]
Okullo Geoffrey, a member of Bedigen farmer group in Okwang Sub-County, Otuke District, is a local farmer who, after dropping out of school at the primary level, struggled with farming due to a lack of knowledge. Despite his passion for agriculture, his harvests were often low, and he faced difficulties managing the fruit tree seedlings provided by the NAADS program. […]
Since the launch of the Integrated and Sustainable Production for Inclusive and Resilient Economies (INSPIRE) project on December 13th in Dokolo District, significant progress has been made in its implementation under Pathway 1, which focuses on “Inclusive household and community decision-making and action,” including collaboration, decision-making, and social cohesion. Under this pathway, FINASP has worked with communities in the three […]
In the sub-counties of Barjobi, Adwari, and Okwang in Otuke District, poor management of natural resources posed a severe threat to both the environment and the livelihoods of the people especially women. The widespread destruction of Shea nut trees for firewood and charcoal, along with wetland degradation, led to severe soil erosion, further exacerbating the crisis. Recognizing the dire situation, […]