We are proud to have been part of this work in Butaleja. Strengthening community action for healthier ecosystems and better livelihoods remains key to a more resilient future.

Today we are hosting Elina Andersson & Stefan Schüller from @LUCSUS_LU We are supporting their research on NARORICE-1 perennial rice & irrigation access in Butaleja over the next 2 weeks. The collaboration strengthens responsible wetland mgt & work with local farmers groups

NL ambassador & @Rubandadistrict leadership issue first CCOs under @NLinUganda funded A-GRIP, implemented by @CordaidUganda. @UNHABITAT/ @GLTNnews & @UCOBAC, played a key role through @NLEnterprise funded @LandAtScale_ug in capacity development for land management institutions.

AGRC & EALAN pre-conference workshop on Fit-for-purpose land admin kicked off today. Our coordinator @mwesigyesp shared insights on the global context of FFP, key factors 4 funding land-based programs in post-conflict environment. Supported by @NLEnterprise @UNHABITAT @GLTNnews

📍Rubanda District The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Uganda is currently undertaking a monitoring visit in Rubanda district under the Agricultural Governance Results Improvement Project (AGRIP), implemented through a Results-Based Financing framework. As part of the Project, Uganda Community Based Association for Women and Children Welfare (UCOBAC) is supporting capacity building for land management institutions and providing technical backstopping to land registration offices to strengthen service delivery and institutional performance. This work is being implemented with the support of UN-HABITAT through the LAND-at-scale Uganda Program. These efforts contribute to improved land governance systems that are inclusive, transparent, and accountable to the communities they serve. #ucobacat35 #35yearsofempoweringandtransformingcommunities @LandAtScale_ug @ministry_lands @GLTNnews @landcoalition

CALL FOR PROPOSALS @GLTNnews seeks proposals to strengthen the institutionalization of fit-for-purpose land tools and generate actionable knowledge that drives inclusive and sustainable land governance. Apply before 30 July 2025 tinyurl.com/494ymd82

CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT: Joint AGRC and EALAN Conference 2025, uniting experts in Geomatics and Land Administration. Theme: 'Geo-Enablement for Sustainable Development: Harnessing Innovation in Geomatics and Land Administration' Jul 30-Aug 1 Registration: tinyurl.com/m32urv77

RT @UCOBAC_: As part of a peer to peer learning exchange on Wetland Management Approaches, Wetland Resource User Committee members from Bus…

Let’s learn and test our knowledge on Women’s Land Rights today. Don’t forget to share the results. #TriviaFriday #CivicEdUg #S4HL #UCOBACAt35 @ministry_lands @LandAtScale_ug @giz_gmbh @tiuganda1 @OxfaminUganda @LEMU_Uganda @nlcuganda @CadastaOrg @Ujamaafdn @CordaidUganda

Today, @UCOBAC_ with support from @GLTNnews and @NLEnterprise and in partnership with Butaleja Local Govt facilitated a learning exchange between wetland committee of Busabi Butaleja & wetland committee of Omiria Bukedea to explore good practices & strengthen capacity.

The Adjumani District Land Office and Ukusijoni sub county local government staff holding a parish sensitization meeting on customary land registration in Maaji parish, Ukusijoni sub county, Adjumani District on Friday 20/03/2025

✨#UCOBACat35 - A journey of Resilience, Growth and Transformation For 35 years, @UCOBAC_ has been at the forefront of advancing women’s and children’s rights since 1990 across Uganda. As we mark this milestone, we honour the dedication of our visionaries, staff, partners and communities who have made this journey possible. Together, we have transformed lives and shaped a future where everyone has a voice and access to opportunities. Join us in celebrating 35 years of Empowering and Transforming communities. The journey continues! #UCOBACat35 #UCOBAC@35 #35yearsofempoweringandtransformingcommunities #EmpoweringandTransformingCommunities @ngoforum @cdnfeedchildren @GLTNnews @Landesa_Global @Stand4herlandUg @ucrnn @GNB_Uganda

The room is heating up as S4HL coalition members meet to dig deeper into provisions around property rights in the Marriage Bill, 2024. The Bill currently before the parliament committee for further scrutiny provides for key property rights for spouses. #S4HL #WomenLandRights

This morning, the delegation from Liberia’s land sector paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development (MLHUD). The visit provided an opportunity to engage with key officials, including the @ministry_lands Permanent Secretary, Commissioner for Land Administration, Chief Government Valuer, Ministry Spokesperson, CSO partners, and other land officers. Discussions focused on Uganda’s land administration system, with key highlights on the legal and institutional frameworks that support land governance, customary land registration, and the issuance of Certificates of Customary Ownership (CCOs). #LandRights #CustomaryLand #Collaboration #KnowledgeSharing

Ms. Naomi Kabanda, Acting Commissioner for Land Administration, reviewed the implementation of the National Land Policy (NLP) 2013 and outlined proposals for the revised NLP 2024. Formed in 2013, the National Land Policy aimed to promote efficient, equitable, and optimal land use to support socio-economic developmetransformation,nt. While progress has been made in areas such as land rights administration and regulatory frameworks, challenges persist, including gaps in tenure security, protection of vulnerable groups' land rights, and institutional coordination. The draft NLP 2024 builds on these achievements, emphasizing sustainable and inclusive land use for socio-economic transformation and its key objectives include: 📷 Strengthening land's contribution to sectors like agriculture and infrastructure. Formed in 2013, the National Land Policy aimed to promote efficient, equitable, and optimal land use to support socio-economic development and transformation. While progress has been made in areas such as land rights administration and regulatory frameworks, challenges persist, including gaps in tenure security, protection of vulnerable groups' land rights, and institutional coordination. 📷 Harmonizing tenure regimes to ensure equitable access and security. 📷 Streamlining land rights administration for efficient service delivery. She said the review processes involve nationwide consultations and stakeholder feedback to refine the draft policy before submission to Cabinet. She also acknowledged the support from development partners like GIZ, USAID, and the World Bank in advancing Uganda's land reforms. #Landconference2024 #TellingtheCEDPstory

All parishes, sub-counties and districts ought to be planned so as to escape from unregulated developments that lead to chaotic land uses, inadequate infrastructure, environmental degradation, and potential conflicts over land ownership.   #TellingtheCEDPstory