Five Amolatar beekeeping groups benefit from climate-smart project while ten on standby

7 October 2026, 10:18 am

By Sarah Ejang

A total of five bee-keeping groups have benefited from the Uganda Climate-Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP) in Amolatar District, while 10 more groups remain on standby to receive support.

This was revealed on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, during the official handover of bee-keeping equipment to the AliDuru Beehives Group (from Aputi Sub-County) at the Amolatar District headquarters.

Speaking at the event, the UCSATP Focal Point Person, who also serves as the Acting Principal Entomologist, Mr. Duson Samuel Okello, thanked the Government of Uganda for its continuous investment in citizen development.

He noted that the government’s 80% co-funding contribution is a clear gesture of its commitment to improving local livelihoods.

Under this co-funding arrangement:AliDuru Beehives Group contributed UGX 7.4 million (20%).The Government of Uganda contributed UGX 29.9 million (80%).The total project cost for the group amounted to UGX 37.4 million.

Mr. Okello revealed that while the opportunity was extended to 45 bee-keeping groups across the district, only 12 groups have successfully managed to contribute their 20% co-funding share so far.

Mr. Okello also issued a strong warning to farmers regarding the misuse of insecticides, noting that chemical use is severely damaging beehive productivity in Amolatar.

To boost honey production, he advised farmers to:Plant flowering vegetation near apiaries to provide adequate forage for the bees.

Establish water sources nearby to help bees easily access water.

The Assistant Resident District Commissioner (ARDC), Ms. Sarah Tyan, commended the farmers for venturing into apiculture, describing it as a highly profitable agricultural enterprise.

Ms. Tyan urged farmers across the district to diversify their agricultural activities to mitigate the risks of crop failure caused by unpredictable weather patterns.

She emphasized that the government is actively promoting climate-smart agriculture to help smallholder farmers transition successfully from subsistence to commercial farming.

Representing the District LCV Chairperson, Hon. Jennifer Ruth Amongi (Female Councillor for Muntu Sub-County), applauded the groups that raised the 20% co-funding, stating that such commitment drives sustainable community development.

She also urged the beneficiaries to ensure the safety of neighboring communities by putting up measures to protect people from bee stings.

Similarly, the Secretary for Technical Works and Production, Hon. Mike Awio, extended his gratitude to the government for supporting various local groups.

He challenged the remaining groups on standby to expedite their financial contributions so they can also benefit from the project.