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• 21 Aug, 2025

IN KAMULI, UGANDA, OVER 500 STUDENTS PRODUCED ORGANIC PORRIDGE POWDER, IGNITING A MOVEMENT TOWARD HEALTHIER FOOD AND ERADICATION OF GMOS.

IN KAMULI, UGANDA, OVER 500 STUDENTS PRODUCED ORGANIC PORRIDGE POWDER, IGNITING A MOVEMENT TOWARD HEALTHIER FOOD AND ERADICATION OF GMOs.

The Organic Wellness Initiative, led by Ambassador Grace at the Mpirigiti Rural Training Centre, is reshaping community health and organic food systems in Kamuli. Through this hands-on initiative, over 500 participants including students, farmers, and local leaders have been engaged in practical learning that highlights the health and environmental benefits of organic food systems.

Promoting Safe, Organic Nutrition.
The program emphasizes food production free from synthetic pesticides, artificial fertilizers, and genetically modified inputs. This approach supports: Soil preservation, water resource protection, improved nutritional outcomes

Key Activities Included: Organic porridge preparation workshops, Nutritional education on whole foods, Demonstrations of sustainable farming techniques.
An exhibition of organic staples like soya flour, rice flour, and oats underscored the importance of whole-food nutrition. These alternatives provided: Better digestive health, Cognitive benefits in children, Strengthened food security through local sourcing.

Building Knowledge and Capacity.
Ambassador Grace’s leadership has driven change across the community:
• Improved food label literacy
• Increased demand for locally sourced products
• Deeper understanding of the link between nutrition and well-being
• Direct connections between farmers and consumers
• Foundations for local quality assurance standards
Local schools reported a rise in student interest in nutrition, while farmers expressed renewed confidence in chemical-free practices. The initiative has sparked a community-wide shift in mindset, empowering families to make informed, health-forward food choices.

A Future Rooted in Organic Excellence.
This initiative is a model of grassroots transformation. Under Ambassador Grace’s guidance and with active community participation, Kamuli is progressing toward a future where food systems are people-centered, environmentally responsible, and locally driven.

The Future Africa Leaders Foundation remains committed to deepening this work through continued investment in organic systems and policy advocacy that prioritizes health, sustainability, and empowerment.