04/08/2026
"Development thrives where people are united. We should put aside political differences and focus on issues that improve our communities and the well-being of our families." — Rose Ndagire, Kasangati Town Council Deputy Lord Mayor.
On June 18, Kabubbu Development Project (KDP), with support from Local Coalition Accelerator Uganda (LCA), convened members of 15 Self-Help Groups, community leaders, government representatives, financial institutions, and development partners for a Reflection and Learning Convening under the theme: "Tapping into Available Economic Opportunities for Growth."
The convening served as an important platform for participants to reflect on their progress, exchange lessons learned, celebrate achievements, and explore practical pathways for strengthening household incomes and building resilient communities.
The participants benefited from insightful presentations by:
🔹 Mr. James Ssenoga, Parish Chief, challenged groups to organize themselves, formalize their operations, and position themselves to access government programmes such as the Parish Development Model (PDM).
🔹 Ms. Safia Dichiru, Branch Manager, Pride Bank – Gayaza, who equipped participants with practical knowledge on savings, investment, financial discipline, and accessing affordable government-supported financing opportunities.
🔹 Ms. Rose Ndagire, Deputy Lord Mayor and Guest of Honour, who emphasized the importance of unity, collaboration, and community-led development as drivers of sustainable progress.
🔹 Mr. Vincent Nsereko, Chairperson of the Local Coalition Accelerator (LCA), who reaffirmed the coalition's commitment to mobilizing resources for self-help groups and encouraged all groups to register in order to access government programmes, open bank accounts, and unlock more growth opportunities.
One of the most inspiring messages of the day came from Mr. Nsereko:
"Registration is not just a legal requirement; it is the gateway to opportunities, partnerships, financing, and sustainable growth."
Through the Self-Help Group approach, KDP continues to support communities in saving together, learning together, investing together, and building locally owned solutions that improve livelihoods and strengthen resilience.
Masana wa Afrika Mukisa Foundation Quicken Trust Susan Babirye