Bukomansimbi District, 20 October 2026 - The Ministry of Water and Environment, with financial support from UK Export Finance, has constructed five water supply and irrigation systems nationwide to increase safe water access and coverage, enhance productivity, and improve livelihoods. Kiwenjula Solar-Powered Irrigation System, serving 50 farmers, including 25 direct beneficiaries.
Farmers in Kiwenjula are turning reliable water access into an opportunity to increase production, earn better incomes and build resilient livelihoods, contributing towards attaining Uganda’s National Development Strategy and the Tenfold Growth Strategy. This was showcased during a Farmers’ Field Day on 20 October 2026, the initiative demonstrates how irrigation can boost agricultural productivity, commercial farming and household incomes.
The Ministry also procured Agronomy consultants to support the farmer beneficiaries sustain the irrigation systems across the country by providing irrigation inputs, seeds and offering technical guidance on the best agronomic practice focused on high‑value crop production. With such technical support from FOAM Consultants, farmers have harvested green pepper and tomatoes over two growing seasons. They have also received seeds, agricultural inputs and practical training.
Speaking at the Farmer Field Day, the Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Bukomansimbi appreciated the Government of Uganda and the Ministry of Water and Environment for responding to the community's water needs through investments in domestic water supply and irrigation.
He noted that improved access to water contributes significantly to agricultural production and productivity, while urging residents to protect the infrastructure and take responsibility for its long-term maintenance.
Bukomansimbi District Member of Parliament, Mr Hassan Mukiibi, also applauded the Government for addressing the community's long-standing demand for improved water access. He encouraged residents to unite beyond political differences and embrace development initiatives that support the progress of the entire community.
Mr Mukiibi further called for the protection of wetlands, warning residents against continued encroachment on these critical ecosystems. He emphasised that wetland degradation threatens environmental sustainability and can worsen the effects of changing weather patterns, ultimately affecting agriculture and community livelihoods.
The Kiwenjula project forms part of a wider Government of Uganda programme, supported financially by UK Export Finance, under which 687 water supply and irrigation systems have been constructed nationwide to expand access to safe water, improve agricultural productivity and enhance livelihoods.
In Bukomansimbi District, five solar-powered water supply and irrigation systems have been constructed in Lwemiriti, Makoomi, Kiwenjula, Kagologolo and Kyankoole. Three of these, located in Lwemiriti, Makoomi and Kiwenjula, are irrigation systems intended to support agricultural production. SPIS serving 50 farmer beneficiaries, 25 benefiting directly.
For communities that depend on farming, such investments provide an opportunity to strengthen food production, diversify crops and improve household livelihoods. Solar-powered technology also harnesses renewable energy to pump water, supporting irrigation operations without relying on conventional fuel-powered pumping systems.