The Government of Japan has committed approximately $6.6 million to support Uganda’s ongoing efforts to assist refugees and host communities.
The funding will also strengthen border health control, improve nutrition in the Karamoja region, enhance waste management, promote women’s empowerment, and support peace, security, and disaster risk reduction.
The announcement was made during a joint press conference held at the Office of the Prime Minister, where His Excellency Sasayama Takuya, Ambassador of Japan to Uganda, officially unveiled the contribution under Japan’s Supplementary Budget for 2024–2025.
“I am very honored to announce Japan’s Supplementary Budget 2024–2025 contribution to the Government of Uganda, with a total amount of 6.6 million US dollars in support of various areas,” said Sasayama.
The Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, expressed deep appreciation for Japan’s continued support to Uganda’s development agenda, highlighting both past and ongoing initiatives such as the Karuma Bridge construction, the Kampala Flyover Project, and the DELISIE Project, which supports refugees and host communities.
“This generous support reflects Japan’s deep commitment to the people of Uganda and to building resilient communities,” said Nabbanja. “Our government remains fully committed to deepening its partnership with Japan, the United Nations, and other development partners.
She emphasized the significance of such partnerships in realizing Uganda’s Vision 2040 and the implementation of the National Development Plan IV, stressing that collaborative efforts are essential in addressing development challenges and securing a prosperous future.
“Together, we will continue to drive sustainable development, address key challenges, and create a prosperous future for all Ugandans,” said the Premier.
Speaking on behalf of the United Nations, Leonard Zulu, the UN Resident Coordinator, echoed the Prime Minister’s remarks. He highlighted that the funding would play a vital role in enhancing emergency health services, improving nutrition in the Karamoja region, strengthening waste management, promoting gender equality, and enhancing disaster risk reduction.
“These fresh contributions announced today—USD 6.6 million—are timely and will support refugees and host communities, emergency health preparedness, nutrition in the Karamoja region, waste management, Women, Peace and Security initiatives, and Disaster Risk Reduction,” said Leonard.
Leonard praised Japan’s longstanding partnership, stating that the contribution demonstrates a strong commitment to Uganda’s Sustainable Development Goals. He thanked the Government of Japan for its continued support, which continues to make a positive impact on communities across the country.
Japan’s latest funding commitment comes at a time when Uganda continues to host one of the largest refugee populations in Africa. The support is expected to strengthen community resilience, improve service delivery, and promote peace, security, and inclusive development nationwide.