The Young Africa Works Disgest-Issue2 The Young Africa Works Digest Issue 2 is a publication of the Uganda ProgramCommunications Community of Practice, showcasing impact stories, insights, and programupdates from Mastercard Foundation initiatives in Uganda. This edition highlights the journeysof young entrepreneurs, students, and innovators across the country, from agribusiness anddigital...
For over 24 years, CEFORD has been at the forefront of community development in Uganda, supporting vulnerable populations, refugees, and host communities to improve livelihoods, strengthen governance, and promote social cohesion. This extensive experience has allowed us to learn, adapt, and scale interventions that make a real and sustainable impact...
In 2024, CEFORD achieved tangible results in improving the livelihoods of both refugees and host communities, expanding access to quality education, and strengthening community governance and protection systems. Through strategic collaborations with key stakeholders, we delivered impactful outcomes from increasing youth employment through vocational training and innovation, to implementing economic...
In Obolokofuku West Cell, Tanganika Ward, Central Division of Arua City, lives a woman whose story echoes resilience, transformation, and hope. Lenia Mildred, a 43-year-old woman with a visual impairment, was once underestimated and marginalized. Today, she is a respected entrepreneur, trainer, and mother of six, running five diverse businesses...
Job Summary: MEAL Assistant is to adopt and implement Project MEAL System to promote evidence-based decision-making, project performance, and internal management. Contribute to quality programming through supporting access to and use of relevant and timely information on project scale, relevance, and effectiveness. Job Title: MEAL Assistant – 01...
Job summary: The Community Based Facilitators (CBFs) is responsible for delivering direct support and guidance to farmers in refugee and host communities, focusing on the promotion of climate-smart and regenerative agriculture. The CBF plays a vital role in building sustainable livelihoods, enhancing community resilience, Conflict Transformation and fostering inclusive community...
Job summary: The Project Officer – Livelihood will lead the field implementation of activities, focusing on building community resilience through climate-smart agricultural practices, market access, Conflict transformation and livelihood enhancement for refugees and host communities. This role involves working with farmer groups, facilitating access to resources, and enhancing community capacity...
Job summary: The Project Coordinator plays a critical role in guiding the project toward its overall mission of building resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and gender equality among refugee and host communities. This position requires a skilled and adaptable leader who can coordinate the full scope of project activities across climate-smart agriculture,...
Job Summary: The Business Development Coordinator (BDC) is responsible for facilitating the transition of skilled but unemployed youth into the workforce. This role involves leading market research to identify new opportunities, analyzing historical and current barriers to youth employment, and developing strategies to enhance access to employment and entrepreneurship. The...
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2025, the inspiring story of Nyagai Jal (Angelina) stands as a powerful testament to the resilience, determination, and transformative potential of women when given opportunities to thrive. A 40-year-old refugee, mother of five, foster parent to over 15 children, and a leader in...
