Climate change is a major developmental challenge facing Uganda, one that is readily evident in our daily lives. Our vulnerability comes from our reliance on agriculture, forestry, and fishing – all highly dependent on rainfall and seasonal weather patterns (USAID,...
I want to introduce you to (or remind you of) the largest, weirdest, stickiest fruit ever. It smells funny, weighs 20-70lbs, is green and bumpy on the outside, and has a core of industrial strength adhesive inside. Sound appetizing? It’s amazing. While jackfruit...
On October 9th, 2022 – Uganda turns 60. Yes, 60 years of Independence from Britain. 60 years of self-rule. 60 years of nation building. Now a proud dual-citizen, I’m originally from Canada. Independence Day means something very different to me than it does to a...
Awhile back, this article circulated the internet and caused a bit of a sensation. It stated that Uganda is the “most entrepreneurial country” on earth. People around the world were tickled that developing countries could top a list of anything taken to be positive....
We received some great news from our women’s group in Kawuku, Buikwe District, Uganda. Not sure if you know this, but Uganda experienced a rather severe drought in 2016/2017. The rains that typically fall in November, didn’t come. These rains allow us to...
It’s the end of another year and The Real Uganda wants to spread some good cheer! Let’s start by checking out these ugly Christmas sweaters on Amazon.com – bet you can find one for your favourite auntie! When you shop (for literally anything) through that link, The...
The internet is abuzz with listicles meant to make everyday life a little easier. And boy do we need it. Today’s world is one seriously complicated place. Ugandans have always been good at efficiently using local resources and resisting the tide of consumerism....
So, this is how a Ugandan lives in the world. I was hiking to a hilltop, where a Ugandan friend had planted a tonne of fruit trees. You might know him, he’s called Robert. He lives in Najjembe. It was hot. We both had bottles of drinking water. When we reached,...
This week’s post is inspired by Kerry Randall. Why? Because she has volunteered with The Real Uganda a few times and her love of this country makes me happy. Learn about our locally-led volunteer program One of Kerry’s favourite things about...
