The Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope convened with Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Duties, David Kenneth Mafabi to discuss groundbreaking development proposals targeting the Busoga region.

The discussions held at Igenge Palace in Bugembe, Jinja City, on October 3, 2025 centered on two critical proposals designed to tackle pressing challenges in Busoga.

Mafabi emphasized that massive post-harvest losses in the region can reach 60-70%, threatening farmers’ livelihoods and the regional economy.

“Establishing a Post-Harvest Service Law Center will equip them with the skills and infrastructure needed to reduce food loss, increase export potential, and strengthen our local economy,” Mafabi suggested.

He advocated for the establishment of this center as a dedicated facility that would provide local farmers with the necessary skills, infrastructure, and support to improve harvesting, processing, and value addition.

This initiative is intended to complement the government’s Parish Development Model (PDM), bridging existing gaps and promoting sustainable agriculture, with enhanced packaging and transportation to prevent food loss and boost export potential.

Nabirye Barbra Nana, Special Presidential Assistant talked about the significance of boosting both the quality and quantity of agricultural production as a pathway to poverty eradication in Busoga.

She specified that in order to eradicate poverty in Busoga, we must increase both the quality and quantity of our agricultural produce.

“This requires innovative education that teaches our children about wealth creation and essential life skills from a young age,” Nabirye said.

She introduced educational materials she developed, including books for children under 10, which focus on wealth creation and essential life skills to nurture a new generation of informed and capable leaders.

“Proper packaging and transportation are crucial to preventing post-harvest losses and enabling agricultural exports. My educational materials aim to empower the next generation with entrepreneurship and leadership skills,” She added.

The second major proposal outlined during the meeting was the creation of a specialized leadership school for children aged 8 to 18 years.

This institution aims to deliver a tailored curriculum and mentorship programs to equip young people in Busoga with leadership skills and entrepreneurial acumen necessary for the region’s future development.

“Our vision is to establish a specialized school for children aged 8 to 18, offering a tailored curriculum designed to nurture future leaders who will drive Busoga’s development,” Mafabi said.

Both leaders reaffirmed the importance of these initiatives as key drivers for socio-economic transformation in Busoga.

The Kyabazinga of Busoga welcomed their submissions in bridging strong partnership between traditional leadership and government agencies to foster inclusive and sustainable progress.

“These initiatives are vital for unlocking the full potential of Busoga’s youth and agricultural sector, ensuring sustainable growth and prosperity for the region,” Kyabazinga remarked.

Consultations with local leaders, government agencies, and development partners are expected to follow, as the region seeks to mobilize resources and technical support for implementation.