We are a local grassroots organization with a mission to: advocate for the rights and protection of vulnerable women, children, and other marginalized groups in Uganda through research, advocacy, capacity building, and strategic networking.”

26 Years of Experience working with Vulnerable communities

Uganda’s Growth and Gaps: A Rural Perspective

Uganda has made significant progress in economic growth, with a 5.3% annual GDP increase from 2017 to 2021 (World Bank, 2023), but rural areas continue to face major challenges.

Limited Access to Healthcare and Education

In rural Uganda, 40% of girls in the Rwenzori sub-region do not complete primary education, and 31% of girls are affected by early marriage, leading to higher dropout rates (UDHS, 2021). This impedes progress toward SDG 4: Quality Education.

Gender-Based Violence and Property Rights:

Over 50% of women experience physical violence in intimate relationships (UDHS, 2021), and 60% of rural women face restrictions on land rights (World Bank, 2023). These challenges hinder efforts toward SDG 5: Gender Equality and SDG 10: Reduced Inequality.

Healthcare Access, Maternal Mortality, and Reproductive Health:

In Kabarole district, the HIV/AIDS prevalence rate is 7.5%, above the national average (UDHS, 2021). Maternal mortality remains high at 368 deaths per 100,000 live births (UDHS, 2021), while unsafe abortions affect 13% of rural women (UDHS, 2021). Limited access to reproductive health services worsens these issues, preventing progress on SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being and SDG 5.

Weak Governance and Civic Engagement

Inadequate accountability structures and limited civic participation undermine effective service delivery in rural areas, hindering the achievement of SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions and exacerbating poverty and inequality.

Core Program Areas of Focus

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Human Rights and Gender Equality

Promoting Rights and Empowering Women & Girls
At RIDE Africa, we implement interventions that champion the rights of marginalized women and girls in rural communities, particularly in the Rwenzori region.
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Children’s Rights and Development Support Services

Securing a Brighter Future for Every Child
We are committed to ensuring every child, particularly in marginalized rural areas, has access to quality education, health services, and protection from abuse.
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Environmental Conservation

A Sustainable Future for All-RIDE Africa integrates environmental sustainability and climate resilience into community programs, advocating for practices that preserve Uganda’s natural resources for future generations. .

Good Governance and Civic Engagement

Strengthening Communities through Good Governance
RIDE Africa empowers rural communities to actively engage in local governance, ensuring that marginalized voices are heard.
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Human Rights and Democracy Link Africa (RIDE-AFRICA) is a non-government, nonprofit making and non-partisan organization.

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