Kampala — Uganda and UNDP have discussed a range of stronger interventions to address climate change and also promote development.
The high level meeting between John Mulimba, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs), with Ms. Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative centered on initiatives that can help combat climate change and enhance agricultural sustainability.
Both parties acknowledged Uganda’s crucial role as a food basket in the region and explored avenues for bolstering agriculture, particularly through projects supporting women groups and the cassava value chain production.
Ms. Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, pledged UNDP’s commitment to providing equipment and funding for the set initiatives, Tbag will be met with strong support from the Ugandan government.
Furthermore, the meeting highlighted UNDP’s broad spectrum of support across various sectors, including natural resources, trade, tourism, and minerals.
Hon. John Mulimba emphasized the importance of collaboration between UNDP and government in achieving shared development goals.
Ms. Nwanne Vwede-Obahor echoed this sentiment, underscoring UNDP’s longstanding partnership with Uganda and its commitment to furthering mutual objectives.
Both parties explored new areas of cooperation, particularly in promoting regional integration within the East African Community
In conclusion, Mulimba emphasized Uganda’s efforts to engage border communities and manage cross-border natural resources, highlighting the potential for joint initiatives with UNDP’s support.
