Uganda Highlights Green Growth Agenda at Rome Water Dialogue.

At the ongoing Rome Water Dialogue 2026, and world food forum, the Minister of State for Animal Industry Honorable. Dr. Bright K. Rwamirama has highlighted Ugandas commitment to green growth and green financing through irrigation campaign. the minister who was part of a highlevel international panel, said Uganda was alreadz focused and thus taken on innititives that enable greening .

” our government is commited to green growth, our priorities as government include irrigation, provision of #water for livestock and aquaculture, expansion of irrigation infrastructure, promotion of climate-smart agriculture, efficient usage of water and strengthening planning through data and technology.” said Dr Rwamirama.

The minister further highlighted that under recent plans and strategies, particular attention is being given to the Karamoja sub-region, where Uganda is turning climatechange shocks into opportunities for investment in irrigation infrastructure and water resources for livestock and fisheries, with support from @FAO , donor agencies and the private sector.

The Minister lead a uganda delegation alongside Agriculture Ministry Permanent Secretary Rt. Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama (@PS_MAAIF)

The Rome Water Dialogue 2026 started on the 12th and runs til the 16th of October 2026 at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, Italy, and online as part of the World Food Forum 2026 under the theme “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” Organized by the FAO, the event focuses on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), the water-land-soil nexus, and global food and water security.