The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) has concluded a two-day programme for the 6th G4DU Steering Committee Meeting in Adjumani District, aimed at reviewing implementation progress and accelerating the delivery of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) facilities and school infrastructure across Northern Uganda.
The programme, which ran from November 10–11, 2026, brought together development partners, government institutions and district local governments to assess progress under the European Union-funded WASH Project (EU-WASH) and agree on strategies to enhance timely and quality delivery of planned interventions.
The first day, Tuesday, November 10, 2026, featured the Steering Committee meeting, attended by representatives of the European Union (EU), KfW, UNICEF, Enabel and other implementing partners, alongside officials from the Ministries of Water and Environment; Education and Sports; and Gender, Labour and Social Development. District representatives from Oyam, Madi-Okollo, Yumbe, Nebbi, Lamwo, Kitgum and Adjumani also participated.
The meeting reviewed progress in project implementation, considered actions arising from the 5th G4DU Steering Committee Meeting and discussed emerging issues affecting delivery. Presentations were made on implementation updates from the seven convergence districts of Yumbe, Nebbi, Madi-Okollo, Adjumani, Kitgum, Lamwo and Oyam. The Committee subsequently agreed on key actions and recommendations to guide the next phase of implementation.
Groundbreaking Ceremony in Adjumani
As part of the programme, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on November 10, 2026, at Magburu Primary School in Adjumani District to officially mark the commencement of construction works under the Adjumani and Moyo Contract Lot, covering Adjumani, Moyo and Amuru districts.
A total of 25 schools are expected to benefit from improved infrastructure, including classroom blocks, Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) latrines, staff houses, water supply systems and other essential facilities.
The interventions are intended to improve the school learning environment, enhance access to safe water and sanitation, and promote school attendance and retention, particularly among girls.
Field Visits to Omoro and Oyam Districts
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the delegation undertook field visits to three project sites in Omoro and Oyam districts to assess progress of ongoing G4DU interventions and appreciate their impact on beneficiary communities.
In Omoro District, the team visited the Bobi Water Quality Monitoring Facility and Abwoch Kalamomiya Primary School, while in Oyam District, they visited Amati Primary School.
The visits provided an opportunity for development partners and government officials to engage with school management, local leaders and other stakeholders, assess progress on the ground and appreciate how the interventions are improving learning environments, sanitation and water safety.
Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable WASH Delivery
The programme was attended by Juliette Rubenstein, European Union Programme Manager to Uganda; the KfW delegation led by Deputy Country Director Mr. Fred Othieno, CES; representatives from UNICEF and Enabel; and officials from the Ministries of Water and Environment, Education and Sports, and Gender, Labour and Social Development.
The 6th G4DU Steering Committee Meeting reaffirmed the commitment of Government and development partners to strengthening coordination, accelerating project implementation and ensuring that targeted schools and communities benefit from improved water, sanitation and hygiene services.
Through these collaborative efforts, the EU-WASH Project continues to contribute to improved access to essential WASH services and better learning conditions for children in Northern Uganda.