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Since 2015 — Uganda

A new approach to development

Working with communities, government, civil society and the private sector to eradicate poverty and disease in Uganda.

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2015 Serving 5 districts across Central & Western Uganda since 2015
Who We Are

An indigenous organization, rooted in community

Kwanza Africa is an indigenous, non-profit, non-partisan and non-religious organization incorporated under the laws of Uganda as a company limited by guarantee in 2015. We believe in collaboration and the active participation of communities in the design and delivery of our interventions.

Our Mission

Working with communities, government, civil society and the private sector to eradicate poverty and disease in Uganda.

Our Vision

A healthy and empowered society where everyone lives to his or her full potential.

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Program Areas

Three pillars of impact

Our objectives are to improve health outcomes, build food and income security, and protect Uganda's environment.

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Health

Prevention, care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria in vulnerable communities.

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A family using a new water pump Livelihoods

Livelihoods

Evidence-driven interventions that help families become food and income secure.

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Environment

Promoting policies and practices for sound natural resource management in Uganda.

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

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Innovation

Continuously enhancing performance through improvements in efficiency, quality and outcomes.

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Integrity

Honest, unbiased and accountable, committed to our purpose and shared values.

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Excellence

Conducting ourselves according to the standards of the highest quality.

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Equity

Equal treatment for staff and stakeholders irrespective of cultural, racial, gender or age differences.

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Passion

Love drives what we do for others — we feel rewarded when they are happy.

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Who We Serve

Reaching those most at risk

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Orphans & Vulnerable Children

Psychosocial support, apprenticeships and household economic strengthening for children who need it most.

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Refugees Affected by HIV/AIDS

Care, treatment and support for refugees infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.

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Slum & Fishing Communities

Outreaches, testing and prevention campaigns where the burden of disease is highest.

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Our Partners & Funders

Together, we can eradicate poverty and disease in Uganda.

Your support funds HIV prevention, health and livelihood programs for vulnerable communities.

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