About Us

Our area of operation is Uganda.

Uganda has a population of approximately 34.9 million with every Ugandan woman producing 6 children throughout her reproductive period. The country presents a scenario of the youngest and most rapidly growing in today’s world (World Bank, 2011). Close to half (48.7 ‰) of Uganda’s population constitutes the majority of dependent population (under 15 years).

Empowering Uganda's Young Farmers

Compared to the region’s under-15 population of 43.2% and the world’s under-15 population of 26.8%, Uganda has a remarkably youthful population.

The high fertility rate, youthful population and elderly population present a developmental challenge through the dependency burden, where relatively few employed people support a large dependent population.

According to the State of Uganda Population Report 2025, Uganda has an annual population growth rate of 2.9%, with 45,905,417 people recorded during the 2024 National Population and Housing Census.

3.2% Annual Population Growth
45.9M Population Recorded in 2024

Our National Reach

UNYFA covers the country from the national level, where its secretariat is based, through regional young farmers’ committees, district young farmers’ boards, and down to sub-county and parish levels where young farmers’ groups are based.

The country-wide coverage of UNYFA is divided into six regions to strengthen its work of reaching young farmers at the grassroots level.

West Nile
Northern
Far-East
Eastern
Central
Western

Strengthening Young Farmers Across Uganda

Each of the six regions has an average of nine districts, enabling UNYFA to coordinate and support young farmers across the country.

Today, UNYFA is one of the strongest young farmers’ associations, rolling out plans and working alongside UNFFE structures from the apex body to the grassroots level through District Farmers’ Associations.

Through this structure, UNYFA continues to strengthen the voice, participation and opportunities of young farmers while ensuring that young people are reached at the grassroots level.

Building Uganda's Future Farmers

Youth Empowerment Through Sustainable Agriculture

UNYFA connects young farmers across Uganda by providing opportunities, knowledge, networks, and support to transform agriculture into a source of innovation, employment, and economic growth.

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About UNYFA

Founded in 2016 and launched in 2017, UNYFA unites thousands of young farmers across Uganda.

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Our Mission

Empowering youth in agriculture to drive innovation, productivity, and sustainable economic growth.

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Our Impact

Connecting over 35,000 young farmers through 50+ associations to promote agricultural development nationwide.

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Join Us

Become part of a strong farming community, access opportunities, knowledge, and grow your agribusiness.

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