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21/08/2026

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19/08/2026

Farm Radio International at the National Dissemination of GP-SAEP Agroecology Results!

Today, our very own Gertrude Nalubinga, Just Communication Program Development and Network Initiatives Coordinator, represented Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales at the National Dissemination Workshop of the Global Programme for Small-scale Agroecology Producers and Sustainable Food Systems Transformation (GP-SAEP), hosted by the Uganda Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services - UFAAS in partnership with African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS) and Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services

The workshop, held at Silver Springs Hotel, Bugolobi, brought together policymakers, agricultural extension and advisory services (AEAS) providers, and AE-AKIS actors from across Uganda to:
✅ Share GP-SAEP's agroecology innovations, outcomes, and lessons learned since the project launched in October 2023
✅ Discuss recommendations for strengthening Uganda's AEAS system
✅ Gather input to inform regional and global dissemination
✅ Foster partnerships for sustainability and scale-up of agroecology innovations
✅ Capture stakeholder feedback to shape future programming

Gertrude also joined a panel discussion, contributing Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales' perspective on how radio based communication and ICTs continue to bridge agroecology knowledge and smallholder farmers across Uganda.

We're proud to stand alongside partners driving sustainable, farmer centered food systems transformation in Uganda.

Ecaat Stephen Justin Mugwisagye Brenda Aidenvironment East Africa Green Africa Youth Organisation - Uganda

19/08/2026

Last week, young climate leaders across Uganda came together for a 4-day Training of Trainers workshop themed "From Knowledge to Action: Empowering Youth to Lead Climate Solutions"

Organised by our partners Green Africa Youth Organisation - Uganda(GAYO) and Youth Climate Council (YCC) Uganda, the workshop built skills in climate governance, advocacy, finance, and Circular Regenerative Agriculture.

Day 4 took participants into the field, first to the Green Market Place Hub, where youth will soon get free space to innovate, showcase, and sell green innovations, then to the Green Organic Waste Facility for hands on learning in briquette making, post harvest handling, and Black Soldier Fly farming!

Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales is proud to support youth turning and climate knowledge into action.
IKEA Foundation Just Communication Ecaat Stephen Justin Mugwisagye Brenda

14/08/2026

Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales was honoured to take part in the Heifer International Uganda Signature Program Forum 2026, held yesterday, August 13, at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. Our Country Program Manager, Ecaat Stephen Justin joined the gathering on behalf of FRI.

Convened under the theme "Celebrating Progress, Sharing Lessons, Shaping the Future of the Agri-food Sector," the forum brought together government officials, private sector leaders, funders, CSO partners, farmer organizations, and smallholder farmers to reflect on progress and build partnerships toward 2030.

Discussions centred on shifting strategies from "cow to capital," drawing more young people into agriculture, and accelerating prosperity for smallholder farmers across Uganda.

Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales remains committed to working alongside partners like Heifer International Uganda to strengthen the agri-food sector through community radio and ICT driven farming solutions.

Much appreciation to all who convened this important dialogue!
Mugwisagye Brenda Green Africa Youth Organisation - Uganda Aidenvironment East Africa

13/08/2026

Young people are shaping the future of agriculture, food systems, and their communities. 🌱📻

This International Youth Day, we're celebrating the young broadcasters, farmers, and changemakers using radio to share knowledge, inspire action, and create opportunities for the next generation.

Together, we're amplifying youth voices because their ideas are essential for building a more resilient future.

08/08/2026

Meet Babulya Jonex.

As a journalist at Kasese Guide Radio in western Uganda, Babulya is connecting communities with trusted health information.🎙️

His interactive radio programs feature District Health Officers, medical experts, and local leaders, giving listeners the opportunity to ask questions in their own languages and get answers they can trust.

When information is accessible, communities are better equipped to make informed decisions.

06/08/2026

This week, Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales partnered with Buffalo Bicycles Uganda and Ensibuuko for a two day content co-design workshop on the Bicycle Financing Campaign, delivered under FRI's ! 🚲📻

Partners, VSLA Representatives, District Agricultural Extension Staff and Broadcasters came together at Gracious Palace Hotel in Lira City, to design 8 weeks of radio content for the airing on Unity Fm 97.7 Lira VOICE of TESO, Megafm Gulu and Radio Pacis.

The goal: Help communities across , , and access affordable bicycles through financing solutions that boost mobility, income generation and community development.

A key focus throughout: Making sure , and have a real voice in the conversation on mobility and financing. 💚


IKEA Foundation Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Green Africa Youth Organisation - Uganda Ecaat Stephen Justin Mugwisagye Brenda

31/07/2026

31/07/2026

As July 2026 draws to a close, here's a highlight from the month: Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales's Platform 2 project brought together Broadcasters from 12 Partner Radio Stations and District Agricultural Extension Staff from 12 Ecological Zones across Uganda for a hands-on Orientation and Design workshop on producing Mini Drama Plus episodes for the Green Leaf Magazine program.

The workshop was officiated by Mr. Joseph Okee, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) Senior Agricultural Extension Coordinator, who commended the integration of drama into agricultural programming and stressed that gender and youth inclusion strategies are crucial, "as the future lies in the hands of the young generation." He noted that the Platform project feeds directly into MAAIF's Core Vision of a Competitive, Profitable, and Sustainable Agricultural Sector.

Together with our partners Green Africa Youth Organisation - Uganda (Youth), Aidenvironment East Africa (CRA), BetterLife International (Women), and Sounds (Drama), participants developed conversations around 24 Circular and Regenerative Agriculture (CRA) mini drama episodes and crafted audience polls, embedding gender equality and social inclusion at every step to ensure women, young people, and marginalized rural farmers are heard on air.
IKEA Foundation Just Communication Mugwisagye Brenda Ecaat Stephen Justin

24/07/2026

Meet Esther, our Broadcaster of the Month for July 2026!

Esther Achako is a broadcaster with 88.4 VOICE of TESO, based in Soroti City, in Eastern Uganda. Their program Eporoto Lo Akorio (Famers forum) is part of the Green Leaf Platform, and she is responsible for hosting subject-matter specialists, recording interviews with farmers on agricultural issues, as well as preparing the runsheet. She is also the lead on promoting the radio program on social media.

The team gives plenty of space to women and youth in the program through interview segments and encouraging them to call in for the "Have your Say" segment. They recognize and value the voices of women and youth. Social media is one of the key channels for encouraging listeners to call in, and Esther shares the question and radio station number through WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube, as well as on air.

Another key to getting good engagement from women and youth, as well as other audience members, is to really understand and serve their needs. By creating the right content, following the runsheet, and engaging the right subject-matter specialists, listeners get good information from the program.

She says participating in the Green Leaf Platform has helped her to learn how to plan and package the program for a quality broadcast, and has introduced her to subject-matter specialists. They have had great feedback from listeners who have learned about and adopted various practices discussed on air, including mulching and intercropping. Esther herself has become a poultry farmer!

Visit www.farmradio.org to learn more about how Farm Radio is leveraging radio and ICTS (e-extension) through the Platform Project to serve millions of small holder farmers in Uganda.

Farm Radio International - Radios Rurales Internationales IKEA Foundation Just Communication Ecaat Stephen Justin Mugwisagye Brenda