Urban Agriculture

The economic structure in Uganda is similar to most of the developing countries, especially in Africa. Characteristically most of the Ugandans get their income from agriculture. Uganda is no exception either when it comes to migration to cities. People move to towns in order to boost their income and to get better education. As a souvenir they bring the agriculture along their families. As soon as you exit the heart of the city, you’ll find agriculture even in the most unexpected sites.

The crops are cultivated for home use and for extra income. The livestock has a great value for money so they are mainly sold in the markets. This way the families have better food security when the incomes are unstable. The food prices are problem in the whole country. Last years drought combined with the rising oil prices have driven many families in to problems, poverty and hunger. The latest instabilities in the country originate from the nations dissatisfaction of the governments actions solving these problems that affect tens of millions Ugandans daily life’s. Of course the opposition have not been quiet in this topic either.