Uganda: Alupo Launches African Pastoralist Women Network to Boost Land Rights

Mar 17, 2026 | Eddy Enuru
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Vice President Jessica Alupo has officially launched the African Pastoralist Women Network (ARPWN) and a Learning Centre aimed at advancing gender justice, climate resilience, and equitable land governance across the continent.

The launch took place during the ongoing five-day African Pastoralist Women Gathering (APWG), held in line with the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026.

The event has attracted over 200 participants from across Northern, Sub-Saharan, West, Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa, including grassroots pastoralist women, leaders, government officials, and civil society organizations.