Championing wetland management and sustainable rice production in Uganda Wetlands in Eastern Uganda are rapidly declining due to agriculture expansion, industrial development, settlements, and sand or clay mining. This degradation has contributed to lower rice yields, redu... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Kilimo Trust, stakeholders sensitize water users committee (WUC) Governance Kilimo Trust, through the R4iCSA II project, is working to enhance the adoption of Sustainable Rice Production Practices (SRPs) among smallholder farmers in the districts of Butaleja, Tororo, and Kwee... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Kilimo Trust Recognizes Best Performers of the Year In the financial year 2024–2025, Kilimo Trust proudly recognized its standout performers across all levels and regional offices. This annual tradition celebrates staff who have demonstrated exceptiona... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Kilimo Trust showcases new agri-technologies at the Annual Rwanda National Agriculture show At this year’s Rwanda National Agriculture Show, held from 18th to 27th June 2025 at Mulindi Expo Grounds, Kilimo Trust showcased highly innovative agricultural technologies that continue to revolutio... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
The Media as a partner in Agricultural transformation Kilimo Trust recognizes the media as a vital partner in driving agricultural transformation. By amplifying success stories and influencing perceptions, the media plays a critical role in shaping a mod... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Kilimo Trust Leadership Strengthens Partnerships in Rwanda The Kilimo Trust Board of Trustees, led by the Chairman Bruce Scott, recently visited Rwanda to engage with partners and review impactful initiatives under projects such as Rural Youth Employment Supp... Aug 27, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Kilimo Trust Board and Management Members Visit to Rwanda Members of the Kilimo Trust board of trustees led by Bruce Scott and the management led by Dr. Birungi Korutaro from 23rd to 26th June 2025 visited Rwanda and paid courtesy visits to partners and the ... Aug 27, 2025
Jackson: Building a Dairy Dream in the Hills of Rwanda When Jackson Sebahungu first began making yogurt during his college days in Kinigi, Musanze District, it was a humble attempt to build something of his own. He had little in the way of resources, but ... Jul 8, 2025
Blending Passion and Purpose in Agribusiness For Irakoze Cherbine, agriculture isn’t just a livelihood—it’s a calling. The young entrepreneur from Rwanda is combining her passion for farming and food processing to build a meaningful career, one ... Jul 1, 2025
Rwanda Rural Agri-Stars: Tvet TVET and her group of determined women have turned their passion for baking into a flourishing business that’s changing lives in their community. With training and mentorship from Kilimo Trust, the gr... Jun 16, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Breaking Barriers: How Clarisse is Defying Gender Norms in Rwanda’s Meat Industry Clarisse at work For many young people in Rwanda, the journey to employment can be long and uncertain. Abihirwe Clarisse from Gasabo District was no exception — once at home, unemployed, and unsure of... Jun 16, 2025 Newsletter Stories
Rwanda Rural Agri-Stars: Jackson Jackson, an innovative agro-entrepreneur, has carved a unique path in dairy processing by producing probiotic yoghurt that’s both nutritious and locally beloved. With support from Kilimo Trust, Jackso... Jun 16, 2025 Newsletter Stories