Youthful and energetic Namulondo Martha recently embarked on a practical empowerment initiative aimed at transforming livelihoods in Namisambya II Ward, Northern Division, Kamuli Municipality.
Namulondo has emerged as a passionate community development advocate in Namisambya II Ward. Her hands-on approach to empowering households—especially women and youth – has made her a recognisable figure in the area’s social and economic transformation efforts.
Namulondo has chosen a community-based poultry project that distributes one-month-old Sasso chicks to organised farmer groups, with each beneficiary receiving 15 birds.
The choice of the Sasso breed, a dual-purpose bird known for both meat and egg production, was strategic. She says she selected the poultry model because of its wide multiplier benefits for low-income households.
“I chose the poultry project, especially Sasso birds, because of their strong multiplying effects. The birds are easy to manage at the household level, they are less prone to diseases, and they guarantee good returns when well handled,” Namulondo explains.
Through this project, Namulondo is dedicating her time and resources to improving the welfare of families in Namisambya II Ward. She is opening new opportunities for sustainable household growth. Her strong belief in small-scale agriculture is looked at by community leaders as a pathway to better livelihoods.
Targeting 780 Women and Youth Across 13 Zones
Her programme focuses on vulnerable women and youth, especially subsistence farmers who grow food mainly for home consumption and rear small livestock on a small scale.
Martha’s goal is to reach 780 beneficiaries drawn from all 13 zones of Namisambya II.
She offers the chicks individually but within organised groups, a strategy that enables group-based training and peer support. Before the chicks are distributed, beneficiaries undergo group training at the zone level covering poultry management, basic business skills, and disease prevention.
“The project does not require collateral security like many other opportunities. I want these women and young people to start with what they have, where they are,” she notes.
Martha emphasized that the core philosophy driving her initiative is the empowerment of women and youth, groups often lacking access to traditional financial institutions.
“This project has opened doors for us. Receiving the 15 Sasso chicks has given me hope that I can earn more for my family. We feel seen, supported, and motivated to work harder.” Magret Ndibogeza, a beneficiary in Bulwamaza Zone.
“Before this programme, many of us didn’t know where to even start. With these chicks and the training we received, I now have a clear path to improving my household income. It’s a small start, but a powerful one.”
Ndibogeza adds.
Monitoring and Hands-On Follow-Up
To ensure the project succeeds, Namulondo and her team conduct regular monitoring to track growth, productivity, and challenges faced by the households.
Her vision is clear: “I want to achieve a better standard of living for the people I am leading. Empowering women is empowering the entire nation.”
Encouraging Hard Work and Self-Reliance
Namulondo believes that real transformation begins with personal effort. She continues to encourage hard work, enterprise, and responsible use of the opportunities being provided.
The poultry project has already started stimulating hope and confidence among the beneficiaries, positioning Martha as a leader committed to practical, household-level solutions rather than promises.
“What I appreciate most is that this support came with knowledge. We weren’t just given birds—we were taught how to manage them. It has empowered us in a very practical way.”
Ndibogeza explains.
To serve her people better, Namulondo was lured into the world of elective politics. Namulundo is currently vying to represent Namisambya 11 Ward, in Northern Division, Kamuli Municipality, Kamuli District, as the woman councillor on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the January 2026 elections.
