Supporting vulnerable youth to develop sustainable micro and small businesses in West Nile Region

About this project

The supporting vulnerable youth to develop sustainable micro- and small businesses for enhanced resilience and economic integration in the West Nile region project seeks to accelerate the start-up and growth of youth-led micro and small enterprises in Uganda’s West Nile region, specifically in Yumbe, Terego, and Arua districts. Despite various skilling initiatives, many young people, both refugees and host community members, struggle to transition their skills into sustainable businesses due to limited access to finance, weak market linkages, inadequate business knowledge, and the growing impact of climate change. Implemented by Cordaid in partnership with Caritas Arua Diocese, the 24-month action targets 500 vulnerable youth (60% female; 50% refugees) through a combination of reskilling, business development support, and inclusive access to finance and markets. Focusing on key value chains such as horticulture, poultry, apiary, simsim, sunflower, and cassava, the project will strengthen youth entrepreneurship, promote climate-smart and sustainable agribusiness, and enhance economic resilience and self-reliance in refugee-hosting communities.

Published by

Cordaid · International NGO

Countries

Uganda

Sectors

Agricultural alternative development

Implemented by

Cordaid Uganda, Caritas - Diocese of Arua

Accountable

Cordaid Global Office

Published by Cordaid to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 18 Aug 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: NL-KVK-41160054-201405.

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