The Uganda Cash Consortium (UCC), led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), has received €4 million (about UGX 16.5 billion) from the European Union. This funding will continue cash-based support for refugees and host communities in Uganda. It will be used across 13 settlements, benefiting many people in need.
Now, the EU’s total contribution to the Uganda Cash Consortium is €17.2 million. This funding will help provide multi-purpose cash transfers. These transfers allow people to meet essential needs such as food, rent, and health services. In addition, children at risk of dropping out of school will receive education cash assistance.
The partnership between the EU and Uganda Cash Consortium has been highly successful. Bruno Rotival, the head of the EU’s humanitarian programs in Uganda, explained: “Cash assistance is an efficient, transparent, and dignified way to support people. People often prefer it because it offers independence, choice, and supports the local economy.”
With this new funding, UCC aims to assist 36,394 beneficiaries in 2025. These people will receive monthly cash transfers for six months. Transfers will be made digitally through mobile money or bank accounts.
Since its start, the Uganda Cash Consortium has already reached 89,580 people with Multi-purpose Cash Transfers (MPCT). Additionally, 28,625 children have received Cash for Education in Emergencies (EiE). This new funding will help 15,565 beneficiaries who are at risk of dropping out of school. The goal is to support them through Term 1 in 2026.
Samuele Otim Rizzo, Country Director of the Danish Refugee Council in Uganda, emphasized: “This support does more than just cover basic needs. It helps restore dignity, keeps children in school, and gives families a chance to rebuild their lives. During tough times, cash assistance is one of the most effective and dignified ways to help.”
The success of the program is due to the close coordination between the Uganda Cash Consortium, the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), UNHCR, and other partners. Their collective efforts ensure that aid reaches those who need it most, as Uganda continues to host more than 1.8 million refugees.
The Uganda Cash Consortium is an excellent example of how international cooperation can have a positive impact. Through cash transfers and education support, it helps families regain dignity and rebuild their lives.
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