Short 43: Feeding Uganda Sustainably: The Dilemma of Growth vs. Environment - with founder of Island of Hope Uganda, Jonan Asingwire

What are the biggest challenges in Uganda’s food system? Jonan Asingwire breaks down the key issues, from the short food chain in rural areas to the structured yet wasteful system in cities like Kampala. With no efficient food preservation infrastructure, the country faces high levels of food waste. Jonan also discusses the dilemma of increasing food production to tackle hunger while balancing environmental sustainability. He emphasizes the need to build capacity, connect academia with policy, and empower young people to become catalysts of change. In just 10 min, we explore Jonan’s vision for a more sustainable and resilient food system in Uganda. 👋 GET IN TOUCH WITH US 👥 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌎 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠