Amolatar receives third Batch of beehives under climate smart initiative

1 July 2026, 9:03 pm

By Sarah Ejang

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the Amolatar district received a significant boost to its agricultural sector with the delivery of beehives for the fourth time to the Alii beekeepers’ group.

This milestone is part of the ongoing Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP), a government initiative funded by the World Bank focused on promoting climate-resilient farming practices across the country.

During a press briefing, Dulson Okello Samuel, UCSATP’s focal point in Amolatar and the acting principal entomologist, highlighted the financial contributions that underpin this initiative.

The Alii beekeepers’ group contributed 20% of their required 7 million shillings, while the government provided 80% of the 28 million shillings allocated for these inputs.

Along with 200 beehives, the group received various essential kits designed to enhance their beekeeping productivity.

Dulson emphasized that these inputs are expected to significantly improve agricultural productivity within the district by supporting sustainable pollination and honey production.

This aligns with the broader goals of the project to implement climate-smart agriculture that both mitigates environmental impacts and boosts local livelihoods.

Expressing gratitude, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer of Amolatar, Geofrey Vuciri, thanked the ministry and participating farmers for selecting the district for such an impactful project.

He urged the community to protect the beehives from potential threats like wildfires to maximize the benefits.

Vuciri reiterated the government’s commitment to eradicating poverty at the grassroots level through initiatives like UCSATP.

Representing the district chairperson Hon. Awio Mike, the Secretary for Works and Production encouraged the Alii beekeepers’ group to utilize the inputs effectively to generate sustainable income.

He also called upon other groups yet to contribute their share of funds to do so promptly in order to access similar benefits.

Mr. Otema Sam, Chairperson of the Alii beekeepers, expressed his happiness and appreciation toward the district leadership for their support.

He assured stakeholders of the group’s commitment to increasing honey production, which will contribute to improved livelihoods and economic growth.

The Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project continues to play a crucial role in fostering environmentally friendly and economically viable farming practices throughout Uganda, with initiatives like this one in Amolatar paving the way for a resilient agricultural future.