Stories from the Field

KWDT at the UN Headquarters: Reclaiming the Narrative on Rights-Holder-Led Water Governance

On July 9, 2025, KWDT joined the Butterfly Effect coalition at the UN General Assembly to shape themes for the 2026 UN Water Conference, advocating that participation without power is not participation.

Read more

How Digital Tools Are Connecting Uganda's Fisherswomen to Markets and Financial Services

KWDT has trained over 600 women in digital tools including the Abavubi app for fish marketing and record-keeping, helping bridge the digital divide in Uganda's most remote fishing communities.

Read more

Justice Forum on Fisheries and Human Rights: Bringing International Instruments to the Grassroots in Kalangala

The 1st Justice Forum on Fisheries and Human Rights in Kalangala created a platform for fisherfolk to engage directly with duty-bearers and explore how CFS Guidelines can work for those on the frontlines of food production.

Read more

From the Shores of Lake Victoria to Business Owners: How KWDT's Revolving Scheme is Changing Lives

Through a self-sustaining revolving fund model, over 596 women in KWDT's network now practice integrated agriculture, own dairy cows, and run viable small businesses — breaking a cycle of dependency on declining fish stocks.

Read more

Navigating Sustainable Fisheries: A Call for Balanced Co-existence in Uganda's Water Bodies

On September 27, 2024, stakeholders gathered for a crucial dialogue on fisheries sustainability, human rights, and the livelihoods of women who depend on Lake Victoria.

Read more

Clean Water, Healthy Communities: KWDT's WASH Programme in Mukono's Fisher Communities

Access to safe water is the foundation of everything KWDT does. Here is how our WASH programme has transformed daily life for families across six sub-counties in Mukono District.

Read more