Volunteering in Uganda is an incredibly rewarding journey for those wishing to create a positive impact through travel. Think of it as an adventure – filled with learning, growth, and the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself. For students...
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I’ve read some exceptional African literature and non-fiction publications over the years. They’ve helped me to learn history, culture, and check my privilege. They’ve validated my thoughts on the realities of humanitarian aid. They’ve allowed me to delve deeper into...
Kampala is home to over 1.2 million people and is the commercial capital of Uganda. Banks, insurance companies, tech-startups, social enterprises, small businesses of all kinds, government offices, international humanitarian aids organizations – they’re all here. The...
The Real Uganda is a non-profit organization that sources international volunteers for locally-led, community-based initiatives in Uganda. Communities get helping hands and exposure to the outside world. Volunteers learn a new culture and approach to life. As an...
Today, we’re turning the blog over to Brix. She’s a student from Australia, but also a 2 time volunteer and all-around lover of Uganda. This post is full of insider information and enthusiasm for ethical travel and volunteering in Uganda. If Uganda isn’t...
The Real Uganda has been hosting international volunteers, since January, 2005. We’ve had over 1,050 people from all over the world come through our doors. It’s been incredibly fun and eye opening for everyone involved. I won’t dwell on the detailed work of The Real...
Since the 1970s, our global population has been undergoing a (gradual) green revolution. People today understand that a modern lifestyle needs to either preserve or replenish the earth’s precious natural resources. The very same resources (air, water, sub-surface...
You know what’s the biggest fear people have about volunteering and travel in East Africa? Health and safety. Which is hilarious as this place is safer than most American and European cities. Petty crime and theft are low. War and pestilence is the subject of novels....
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