Kampala Urban Agriculture as Livelihood Strategy
Kampala, Uganda · Operator: Community Farmers
Overview
Urban agriculture in Kampala operates as an evolved and dynamic urban livelihood, attracting farmers across income levels with sustainable food production practices
Citizen participation
Community-driven urban farming providing employment and household income
Operating model
Smallholder livelihood strategy through local production and direct sales
Impact
Increased household income, employment creation, and enhanced food security with economic resilience
Crops
- vegetables
- grains
- legumes
Scale
Multiple small plots throughout urban Kampala
Sources（1）
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