Piggery Project

Government of Uganda Through MSC partners with Mukono Diocese to launch piggery

Piggery Project
Hon. Fredrick Ngobi Gume, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Cooperatives) – launches the project
Hon. Fredrick Ngobi Gume, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Cooperatives) – launches the project

Mukono, Uganda–: Government of Uganda through The Microfinance Support Center (MSC) has launched a pioneering Piggery Demonstration Project in Greater Mukono Region (Mukono, Kayunga, Buvuma and Buikwe Districts) in partnership with Mukono Diocese Church of Uganda.  Hon. Fredrick Ngobi Gume, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Cooperatives) – officiated at the well attended launch. During the launch, Dr. Kiiza Aliba Emmanuel, Board Chairperson MSC, invited the community to embrace all MSC programs supported by the Government of Uganda.  The project will enhance income and livelihoods by providing business opportunities, modern farming skills, and economic empowerment to the local communities. During the launch, 300 pigs were handed over to the beneficiaries.

In 2019, MSC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mukono Diocese to set up joint projects, including a piggery farm, maize mill, and an abattoir in Mukono, Buvuma, Buikwe, and Kayunga districts. The primary goal was to empower over 6,000 households within the Diocese by enhancing their skills in piggery production, ensuring access to quality pig breeds, and providing a ready market.

Hon. Fredrick Ngobi Gume, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Cooperatives) launches the pioneering Piggery Demonstration Project in Greater Mukono Region
Hon. Fredrick Ngobi Gume, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Cooperatives) launches the pioneering Piggery Demonstration Project in Greater Mukono Region

So far, the project has realized significant strides, among them:

  1. A modern piggery demonstration/breeding Centre established, currently housing 321 piglets.
  2. Training in commercial piggery farming, group formation, financial literacy, and record keeping extended to 4,540 individuals from various households in Greater Mukono.
  3. Employment opportunities created for 11 permanent workers.
  4. Market created for local suppliers of livestock inputs, including feeds and veterinary supplies.

 

MSC remains dedicated to fostering economic growth and improving food security through sustainable farming practices. By collaborating with local communities and faith-based organizations, MSC purposes to create a robust support system for vulnerable groups, thereby enhancing their socio-economic status and overall quality of life.

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