The initiative is keeping an eye on: Using better seeds ,increased usage of renewable energy and irrigation,enhanced availability of micro-finance, better roads for easier access to markets ,rural Development. #LegsProject| Ministry of Local Government IsDB Group The Microfinance Support Centre Ltd

The Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project (2019–2025), spearheaded by Ministry of Local Government with support from IsDB Group and partners, is transforming rural livelihoods. Key targets include improved seed adoption, expanded irrigation, renewable energy access, microfinance for

With a focus on irrigation, renewable energy, microfinance and market access, and seed adoption, #LEGSProject is transforming Uganda's rural economy.

From energizing youth voices and future-ready skills to bold conversations on MSME empowerment and economic resilience, Day 1 vividly reflected our collective ambition to shape a more inclusive, sustainable future. Leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the globe came

The Artificial Insemination (AI) intervention under the #LEGSProject is yielding impact: ✅ Over 1,000 cows inseminated ✅ 777 pregnancies confirmed ✅ 533 calves born ✅ Over 500 farmers benefited Boosting livestock productivity and transforming livelihoods. #OpenGovUg

𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 | A high-level team from IsDB Group, Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF) & KSrelief met with Uganda’s Hon. Matia Kasaija Minister of Finance, and Hon. Raphael Magyezi Minister Ministry of Local Government at Ministry of Finance offices to review the impact of the #LEGSProject and explore plans for Phase II.

Today, Ministry of Local Government Minister, Hon. Raphael Magyezi, commissioned the Buseeta Milk Collection Centre in Kibuku, Eastern Uganda, boosting income opportunities for farmers through improved storage, quality control, and market access. This intervention supports Government of Uganda initiatives

Behind every patch of restored land is a farmer, a family, a future. On #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, we commit to regeneration — for people and planet.

Buseeta Milk Collection Centre, Kibuku, Eastern 🇺🇬 - Quick Facts: 1. Managed by Kibuku District Dairy Farmer Cooperative - 361 members now up from 40 in 2018. 2. Ush.667 million invested in the facility. 3. 6,000-litre milk cooler and backup generator procured. 4. 8 community

I had the honour of commissioning the UGX 428M Agule Livestock Market in Kumi a powerful step forward for over 500 livestock traders. After 15+ years in makeshift shelters, farmers now have a modern facility with vet services, poultry cages, water sources & more. This market

Hon. Raphael Magyezi has commissioned the UGX 428M Agule Livestock Market in Kumi, upgrading facilities for 500+ traders with vet services, poultry cages & more, plus roads, water, milk centre & tractors under #LEGS, rural transformation is underway! Government of Uganda Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF)

📢 Just launched: The 10th edition of the Sustainable Development Report! Produced by SDSN’s SDG Transformation Center, the #SDR2025 showcases strong global commitment to the #SDGs. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4kVBXQc 📖 Download the report: bit.ly/4kPDbvO

Yesterday, leaders and residents of Kalyamaholo Village in Kyahi Subcounty, Gomba District, celebrated with immense joy as Mr. Ben Kumumanya, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Local Government, commissioned a shared solar scheme. Constructed by Local Economic Growth Support Project - Uganda and funded by IsDB Group and Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF).

On the sidelines of #FfD4, USG Claver Gatete joined a high-level panel hosted by Jeffrey Sachs, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment (CCSI), SDSN, and @BRIGC_en. The discussion focused on fixing the global financial system to better serve climate goals and development in the Global South.

“The most vulnerable shoulder the heaviest burdens and receive the fewest resources.” At #FFD4, I called for continued strengthening of the global financial architecture to make it more representative, responsive, and resilient. #FinancingOurFuture #GlobalGoals

A high-level team from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and the Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF) is in 🇺🇬 as part of an appraisal mission for the second phase of the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project. The delegation visited Kyejonjo and Katakwi districts to assess

Over the weekend, one of the LEGS II appraisal mission delegates took a spin on a solar-powered bike during the field visit to Katakwi! ⚡🚴‍♂️ A firsthand experience of how clean energy solutions ("no noise, no fumes") are transforming rural mobility and livelihoods under the

🌐 This week, the SDSN is at the United Nations's High-Level Political Forum (#HLPF) on Sustainable Development, hosting several key events with our partners. Explore & register for the SDSN's #HLPF2025 side events 👉 unsdsn.org/news/sdsn-2025… #SDSNatHLPF2025

#MondayMotivation - Read about the impact of the #LEGSProject among rural Ugandan communities in today's The New Vision: newvision.co.ug/category/news/… One student. One solar grid. 10,000 possibilities. The story of Goretti—a mother from Katakwi, Eastern Uganda -using clean energy from

This week, the Ministry of Local Government conducted an assessment of the Local Economic Growth Support Project - Uganda Project in Buikwe District, focusing on its impact on revenue collection. Through the The Microfinance Support Centre Ltd the project disbursed 1.454 billion shillings in soft loans to 19 SACCOs across 12 sub-counties.