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Empowering Women,Transforming Lives
Discover the inspiring story behind WAIB's mission to empower women through sustainable aquaculture practices in Uganda's Bugiri District.
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From Vision toTransformation
WAIB began in 2019 with an ambitious vision: to transform the lives of 1,400 women in Bugiri District through sustainable cage fish farming. What started as a bold initiative has become a beacon of hope and empowerment.
Milestones ThatDefine Our Progress
The Beginning
WAIB launched with UGX 2.8 Billion funding to empower 1,400 women through cage fish farming.
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Infrastructure Development
Established operations at Wakawaka Landing Site with modern facilities and training centers.
First Harvest Success
Achieved 394.44 tons of fish production and began dividend payments to beneficiaries.
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Recognition & Growth
Received presidential recognition and expanded partnerships with international organizations.
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The Principles ThatDrive Our Impact
Our mission, vision, and goals form the cornerstone of everything we do at WAIB.
Our Mission
To increase women economic empowerment through cage fish farming and create market linkages through increased partnerships.
Our Vision
Transformed poor rural women from vulnerability to an economic empowerment space, turning WAIB into a center of excellence by 2030.
Our Goal
Women have income security, decent work and economic autonomy by 2025.
Transformative ImpactAcross Communities
Our work has created ripple effects that extend far beyond aquaculture, touching every aspect of community life.
Economic Transformation
Women started small businesses and gained financial independence through aquaculture training and support.
Poverty Alleviation
Families moved from subsistence living to sustainable livelihoods with regular dividend payments.
Food Security
Enhanced nutrition security through increased fish production and agricultural productivity.
Social Change
Improved gender relations and reduced domestic violence through women's economic empowerment.
Cultural Transformation
Breaking traditional barriers - women now work on Lake Victoria, a significant cultural shift.
Scalable Innovation
Developed a replicable model for women's empowerment that can be scaled across East Africa.
The People BehindThe Transformation
Meet the dedicated team and community leaders who make WAIB's mission possible.
Community-Driven Leadership
Our success is built on the foundation of strong community leadership and the unwavering commitment of local women who have become champions of change.
Local Women Leaders
50+Trained community champions
Management Team
15Dedicated professionals
Advisory Board
8Industry experts
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Join us in creating lasting change and empowering more women through sustainable aquaculture. Together, we can build a brighter future for communities across Uganda and beyond.
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