KAMPALA, Uganda — The United States has donated $75 million to the United Nations Humanitarian Fund, allocated specifically for life-saving assistance in Uganda amidst a severe drought and measles outbreak.
The funding will support nearly 2 million refugees and vulnerable host communities affected by the crisis.
The contribution, channeled through the Eastern and Southern Africa Humanitarian Fund, will be managed by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, with a focus on immediate needs such as food, health, shelter, water, sanitation, and hygiene services.
The UN Resident Coordinator in Uganda, Leonard Zulu, emphasized the significance of the donation in addressing the urgent requirements of vulnerable populations.
The crisis in Uganda is compounded by recurrent droughts, sustained regional displacement, and rising vulnerability among both refugees and host communities, particularly in drought — affected Karamoja.
The country is hosting more than 2 million refugees and continues to receive new arrivals while dealing with additional challenges such as floods, landslides, and chronic service gaps.
The donation is part of the United States’broader commitment to global humanitarian efforts and its strategic partnership with Uganda.
The US Embassy highlighted the role of the United States as a primary donor in the country, providing approximately half of all humanitarian funding.
The funding will be crucial in providing immediate relief and supporting long — term efforts to strengthen the resilience of affected communities.
As the situation evolves, the international community’s response will be pivotal in determining the outcome of the humanitarian crisis in Uganda.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: UN Country Team in Uganda
