U. S Peace Corps urged to Remain Focused

The US Ambassador to Uganda William Popp says the deployment of Peace Corps across the country does not only bring the 2 nations closer together but also creates jobs and improves lives of millions among other factors

Speaking at the swearing in ceremony of over 20 Peace Corps volunteers who will now be sent to different parts of the country, the Ambassador says these men and women come with a lot of experience in different fields including education, health and agri business among others.

This after 11 weeks of training in local language, safety and security, medical and technical area.

“The peace corps partnership with Uganda communities, schools, organizations and institutions demonstrates the direct impact this has in the lives of millions of Ugandans”, he said.

He urged the Peace Corps to remain focused, resilient and true to themselves.

The executive director NAADS DR. Sam Mugaasi who was chief guest at the swearing in ceremony in Kampala says government is invested on making agribusiness profitable and attractive by reducing risks for agricultural enterprises and creating market opportunities.

We welcome the deployment of Agri business Peace Corps volunteers in our communities. He added that “Uganda has a vision of an agricultural sector that is competitive.

Peace Corps has sent nearly 2,000 volunteers to Uganda since 1964

Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans have served in 142 countries worldwide including in Uganda.