The Netherlands government has announced a significant grant of 80 million Euros, approximately UGX 300 billion, to support farmers in Uganda.
The funding aims to boost agricultural productivity, enhance food security, and promote sustainable farming practices across the country.
This announcement was made by the newly deployed Netherlands Ambassador to Uganda, Fredericke Quispel, during a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at her office in Kampala.
The ambassador emphasized her government’s commitment to strengthening Uganda’s agricultural sector, a backbone of the nation’s economy.
“The Netherlands values its partnership with Uganda and is committed to supporting initiatives that directly improve the livelihoods of its people,” Ambassador Quispel stated.
In addition to the agricultural grant, the ambassador revealed that the Dutch government would provide 35 million Euros, approximately UGX 132 billion, to support Uganda’s regional referral hospitals.
These funds will be used to improve healthcare infrastructure, equip hospitals with modern medical tools, and enhance the quality of care provided to patients.
Prime Minister Nabbanja expressed gratitude for the Netherlands’ continued support, highlighting the critical role such partnerships play in Uganda’s development agenda.
“This generous support from the Netherlands is a testament to the strong bilateral ties between our countries. It will not only uplift our farmers but also strengthen our healthcare system,” Nabbanja remarked.
The two leaders discussed the implementation of these grants to ensure the funds are utilized effectively, fostering sustainable development in agriculture and healthcare.
This collaboration marks another milestone in the growing partnership between Uganda and the Netherlands.