Katharina Nosal, project coordinator at @SuedwindAustria. “Austria has a long, long tradition in supporting Uganda, they have very good connections, and a lot of money is given to this Country. From my side, I'm always happy to get the funds to support Uganda, but I'm also a little bit always afraid, what happened if we finish the project and go out?” These concerns highlight the importance of sustainability beyond the project implementation period. Investments in sanitation facilities, water tanks and solar energy systems are essential in improving community well-being, but their long-term impact depends on proper maintenance and continued functionality. “If we put such a lot of money to build toilets, water tanks, solar systems, it needs to be maintained. Otherwise, in three-four years, you may find that some of these materials are not working, the solar switches faulty so it means some dollars have already been invested and talking care of these things should be a priority for the beneficiaries." Sustaining development gains requires shared responsibility among local governments, communities and implementing partners. Prioritising routine maintenance, timely repairs and local capacity-building will help protect these investments, ensuring that the facilities continue to serve their intended purpose long after the project has ended. #ResilentCommunities #SafeFutures

Yesterday, we met with Kasese District Local Government leadership ahead of field visits with our Austrian team under the Resilient Communities to Health and Climate Change Hazards in Uganda (RCHCH-U) project. We were warmly welcomed by Muhindi Bukombi Eriphaz, the LC V Chairperson of Kasese District. The meeting strengthened collaboration and focused on sustaining interventions that build community resilience to climate change and improve access to essential services. @SuedwindAustria

VIRTUAL COMMEMORATION OF WORLD FOOD DAY 2026 Under the theme “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow,” The virtual Celebration will bring together the ENR-CSO Network, community members, and local government officials from Kasese and Ntoroko to share ideas, celebrate local innovations, and champion solutions that ensure everyone has access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food. 📅 Date: Thursday, 15th October 2026 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EAT 💻 Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8809840338… @SuedwindAustria

#WASHCSOForum 2026. In Kiyagara Parish, Kahunge Sub-county, Kamwenge District, the community is benefiting from an automated solar-powered water well that provides a reliable and sustainable supply of water. Powered by solar energy, the system reduces reliance on costly and unreliable energy sources while ensuring that water remains accessible to households and other community users. Beyond providing water, the investment strengthens the sustainability of the local water system by promoting reliable access, reducing operational costs, and supporting community resilience to climate-related challenges. @ENRCSO

Why this matters? Climate change is intensifying WASH challenges, from droughts reducing water availability to floods contaminating drinking water sources. Financing models must evolve to include climate finance, blended finance, and private sector investment to reach underserved communities.

As Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) look ahead beyond the Lima Work Programme on Gender (LWPG) and COP30, shifting focus toward COP31 requires moving from policy alignment to tangible, community-level implementation. Environment Alert and its stake holders are having adeep dive into the Key Outcomes of the Belém Gender Action Plan. Many CSOs are suggesting what they expect to see at COP31 in Turkey this year. @EA @ENRCSO @CANUGANDA #ClimateAction #COP31

Participation of @ENRCSO Network members in the UWASNET 16th Annual WASH Civil Society Organizations Forum! 📍 Fort Portal City | #WASHCSOForum2026 The 16th Annual WASH CSOs Forum is taking place from 6th to 8th October 2026 in Fort Portal City, Rwenzori Region, bringing together approximately 200 participants, including Government ministries, development partners, financial institutions, the private sector, CSOs, research institutions, youth and women entrepreneurs, and refugee response actors. The three-day event features high-level policy dialogue, plenary presentations, panel discussions, technical breakout sessions, innovation exhibitions, a financing marketplace, business-to-business networking, a Youth Innovation Challenge, and the launch of policy briefs and sector publications. Ahead of today's field learning visits, Martin Watsisi of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) briefed participants on the plan for the day. The visits are divided into three groups covering Kamwenge, Fort Portal/Kabarole, and Kasese to learn from experiences and practices on the ground. ENR-CSO Network members are taking part in the conversation.

The rains are here, and now is the time we need you the most! Send in your Expression of Interest (EOI) directly to us for the supply of tree seedlings in Ntoroko and Kasese Districts. Click on the link for more information. envalert.org/wp-content/uplo… – at Uganda