THE WATSAN EYE Is an email newsletter produced by UWASNET to share highlights and the contribution of CSOs in the Water and Sanitation sub-sector.

June 1st—12th, 2020 Volume 1, Issue 6 IRC supports ’s efforts in the prevention and mitigation of Covid-19

The International Water and will cost Sanitation Centre (IRC Uganda) ugx26,000,000 has supported Kabarole district’s (Twenty-six million efforts in the prevention and miti- ugshs). gation of Covid-19 in the following v. Procurement of 60 ways; drinking water i. Cash contribution of stations with ugx14,780,000 (Fourteen million membrane filters seven hundred eighty thousand for 18 health cen- Ugshs) for the District Health tres worth Team to conduct Infection Pre- ugx13,320,000 vention and Control (IPC) in (Thirteen million, health care facilities and risk three hundred management communication twenty thousand for public places like markets ugshs). Consign- ii. Airing of eight radio pro- ment is yet to ar- Olive Tumuhairwe the Health inspector supervising grammes on Jubilee FM and rive from Kenya. demarcation of 4 metre distance to avoid crowding. Photo by Voice of Tooro (VOT) for risk IRC is committed to management communication building WASH systems resilient worth ugx4,800,000(Four mil- enough to address even such global lion eight hundred ugshs). IRC health challenges. This offer builds paid directly to the radio sta- on earlier interventions to improve tions. WASH in health care facilities in iii. Procurement of Personal Pro- Kabarole. The low cost but high tective Equipment (PPE) in- impact interventions were based on cluding disposable gloves, the 2018 assessment report aprons and N95 masks worth The latrines were not only inade- ugx6,710,000 (Six million, seven quate in HCFs but existing struc- hundred ten thousand ugshs) di- tures fell below standards of sanita- rectly from Joint Medical tion facilities that provide safety, Stores Agent – Virika Pharma- privacy and convenience to the us- ceuticals . er. IRC contracted AHASA ( Ka- iv. Renovation of eight latrines in barole Hand Pump Mechanics health centers of Rubingo, Association) to renovate the latrines provide operation and Nyabuswa, Ruteete, Kasenda, Some of the funds went towards Kabende, Kaswa, Kidubuli and maintenance of water and sanita- tion services. renovation of latrines. Photo by IRC Kicwamba. The renovations Uganda. THE WATSAN EYE Page 2

Uganda Red Cross Society’s Covid-19 response in and The Uganda Red Cross Society i. Orientation of 6 branch manag- (URCS) operates countrywide with ers and 70 volunteers on under- over 100 staff and a network of standing Covid-19, how it is 360,000 members and volunteers. spread, prevented and demon- URCS has 51 branches country- stration were conducted on how wide. Each branch covers at least 2 to use PPEs and IPCs . They districts. were also oriented on communi- As a member of the national task ty case definition. Proper hand- force for public health emergencies, washing with soap demonstra- URCS has been working in partner- tions and social distancing were ship with Ministry of Health, UN conducted. agencies and other partners to pre- ii. Procurement of supplies was pare, prevent and response to epi- conducted namely IPC & PPE demics. supplies (chlorine, hand washing Following the presidential directive facilities, waste bins, gloves, issued on March 18th, 2020 prohib- aprons, face masks, face shield, iting mass gathering, URCS targeted gumboots); shade and furniture markets with the intention of reach- (tents, tables, chairs); thermome- ing many people with risk commu- ters and batteries. Hand washing with soap was nication and conduct screening in iii. URCS committed 7 vehicles to compulsory for people accessing the Kampala and Wakiso. A total of 13 support risk communication and markets. Photo by URCS priority markets in Kampala were screening in Kampala and to targeted namely; St. Balikudembe ensure that volunteers are deliv- v. URCS conducted screening of (Owino), , Natete, , ered on time. market venders and their buyers Kasubi, Wandegeya, Kalerwe, iv. URCS conducted risk communi- with the intention of identifying , New Market, cation and screening in the 16 people with abnormal tempera- Kyaliwanjala, Gaba, Kibuye and markets. In all these markets, tures. People with temperatures Kajansi. URCS teams had meetings with of ≥ 37.50C are isolated and In Wakiso district, 03 markets were the market leadership, and monitored. If their temperature targeted namely; Nansana Daily, agreed on implementation strat- remains consistently high, with Wakiso and Gayaza. egies including closing some en- other related signs and symp- The following were implemented in try gates to the markets to enable toms of Covid-19, they are response to Covid-19 namely; people to access handwashing referred for further investigation places and be screened. and management. Editorial Since the confirmation of the first UWASNET members’ visibility, cases of Covid-19 in Uganda in ear- accountability and transparency to This is the 3rd Issue of The ly March 2020, the Government of its partners. This newsletter presents WATSAN Eye newsletter focusing Uganda, through the Ministry of opportunities to learn from other on the contribution of CSOs to the Health has and still is spearheading CSOs and inform your organiza- national Covid-19 response in the Covid-19 national response. A tions' development programs. Uganda. number of partners including Civil If you want your work profiled in In this issue, a total of 10 Society Organizations (CSOs) are this newsletter, email a one-pager UWASNET member organizations’ contributing to the national re- & pictures to [email protected] share their contribution to the na- sponse. We share their contribution by June 17th, 2020. tional Covid-19 response plan. as part of reporting, and facilitating THE WATSAN EYE Page 3

SNV’s IWAS Project supports districts to boost water and hygiene during Covid-19 Amidst the Covid-19 communities force, we supported the dissemina- in rural areas lack access to safe wa- tion of messages pertaining to the ter. The Improving Water Supply Standard Operating Procedures Sustainability (IWAS) project has (SOPs) issued by the Ministry of been supporting communities to Water and Environment. These take responsibility of keeping their SOPs educate communities about water sources functional by consti- the importance of social distancing, tuting a user committee and contrib- handwashing with soap and water, uting monthly fees. Through form- fencing their water source and the ing a bigger umbrella board at sub- need to avoid crowding at the water county level individual committees source. We have seen positive receive support and are able to change in behavior and the project move towards preventive mainte- will continue to work with the com- John Robert Okello, the IWAS II Project nance. This approach has been munity structures to enhance aware- Manager adopted by most of the communi- ness. ties in the four target districts (Lira, has engaged two local organiza- Q2: What channels are being used Kole, Dokolo Alebtong). With the tions, Global Forum for Develop- to disseminate this information to outbreak of Covid-19, ensuring the ment (GLOFORD) and Children’s the communities? safety of the users of a rural water Chance International (CCI) who point became a critical issue. John Robert: We mostly use the will provide technical back up sup- local radio stations for information port and mentorship to the estab- John Robert Okello, the IWAS II dissemination and providing a plat- lished structures. This hard work of Project Manager shares his insights form for discussion and receiving establishing a diverse workforce and on how his team is working with great network now pays off. the district staff and the communi- feedback from beneficiaries calling Through these structures we are ties to keep the water sources safe, in. The project has also started translating the SOP issued by Minis- able to coordinate our support by free of contamination so as to pre- try of Water and Environment into phone with the teams on the vent the spread of Covid-19. the local languages for distribution ground. Where there is need for Q1. Can you share some of the and dissemination through the face to face meetings or support, I interventions put in place to keep water user committees. use my bicycle, especially in nearby communities safe from Covid-19 places in Adekokwok sub-county to Q3: How has Covid-19 impacted while accessing water? move and ensure that we adhere to the way you work? the government standard operating John Robert: Hands are key trans- John Robert: The biggest change is procedures. We are also fortunate mitters of disease causing organisms that direct engagement with stake- that a number of our SWSSB mem- including Covid-19. Given that the holders has become harder and re- bers such as the Sub-county Chiefs majority of our water sources are quires us to become creative and and Health Assistants are members boreholes, we have been working persisted in communication without of the Covid-19 task force and con- with the districts through the com- physical presence. Fortunately, the tinue to support the project activities munity support structures to mobi- project had already supported the within their communities. Sustaina- lize communities to put in place establishment of structures (Water ble water supply is more important temporary handwashing facilities at User Committees, Sub-county Wa- than ever now and we all have to the water sources. That way users ter Supply and Sanitation Boards play our role! can wash their hands before access- (SWSSB), Hand Pump Mechanics ing the water source. Working hand IWAS II is implemented with funding Associations) and working relation- in hand with the sub-county exten- from the Austrian Development ships with Parish WASH Coordina- sion workers, who are also members Cooperation (ADC). tors in the communities. The project of the Covid-19 sub-county task THE WATSAN EYE Page 4

Lifewater International supports Covid-19 response in Kaliro, Mayuge and Kakumiro districts Lifewater International has planned order to respond to a number of interventions in re- Covid-19 pandemic in sponse to Covid-19 namely; Uganda. i. Development of internal guide- ix. Lifewater is actively lines to ensure safety of staff and engaging the relevant community members; District Task Forces of Kaliro, Mayuge and ii. Preparation, printing and broad- Kakumiro and in the cast of IEC materials (such as CSO/UN/Government posters, radio jingles and DJ of Uganda Partner Co- mentions on local FM radios ordination Meetings at etc.) to support information dis- the National level. A community member accessing water. Photo by semination on Covid-19 to staff and for use in community en- x. The interventions target Lifewater International gagement staff, vulnerable households and mation and fronting a common community leaders. They are iii. Conducting online training for voice. For the local and relative- implemented at household level, staff and community structures ly smaller organizations, long communities, schools, health such as Community WASH Fa- term resourcing of programmes centres and district cilitators, Social Group Leaders, and activities is central in ensur- ing continuity of interventions at Local Council Leaders, Church Challenges faced Leaders on basics of Covid-19; least in the short and medium  Insufficient resources to effec- term of an epidemic like Covid- iv. Supporting community aware- tively respond to the district and 19. WASH is central in the pre- ness using loud speakers; community needs; vention and management of v. Repair of broken water points to  Limited movement and commu- Covid-19, it is important that increase access to water; nity engagement due to the lock- CSOs work to amplify this cen- down restrictions; trality to policy makers with vi. Provision of handwashing facili- good analysis and presentation ties and other hygiene materials  Online engagement with staff of facts. Perhaps, a high level such as soap and sanitizers for and communities affected by dialogue could be organized by use at designated health care poor network connectivity UWASNET in collaboration facilities and for vulnerable What are the lessons learnt? with Ministry of Water and households; Environment, Ministry of i. The need to adapt approaches vii. Provision of protective equip- Health, Ministry of Education and prioritizing strengthening ment for health care workers; and Sports, National Planning community structurers in order essential medicines for isolation Authority, Parliament, Office of to ensure business continuity. centres; relief food support to the Prime Minister and the This is key in ensuring appropri- vulnerable households. In addi- Office of the President. This ate linkages with the community tion, staff are being facilitated to requires, quick and good analy- and sustainability of interven- work from home and others to sis linking WASH and Covid-19 tions; take annual leave. and how adequate investment in ii. Stronger collaboration among WASH is the game changer viii. Lifewater is actively looking for the actors is key in facilitating during and post Covid-19 funding including submission to faster linkages, sharing of infor- pandemic. the UN Emergency Appeal in THE WATSAN EYE Page 5

Living Water International Uganda training, sensitizing and equipping communities in Mayuge, Ibanda and Kiruhura districts with factual information on Covid-19 Living Water International Uganda Health Center II in Rukiri sub-  Ugandans attach a lot of mean- (LWI Uganda) is training, sensitiz- county in . ing to face to face interactions in ing and equipping communities in that they do not fully appreciate These interventions have been sup- all its WPA locations with synthe- online trainings. Comments ported by Living Water Internation- sized facts and information on like" we will understand better al. The gravity flow system in Iban- Covid-19 from World Health when we see you" suggests the da district is being implemented in Organization (WHO) and Uganda's importance of face to face inter- partnership with Ibanda District Ministry of Health (MOH) websites. actions. Local government. LWI Uganda staff have empowered  The fear of something can cause Challenges faced and trained community leaders, change in behavior for example church leaders and other stake hold- i. The lock down and suspension NGOs and Government have ers to reach out to the community of public and private transport for long been sensitizing com- members to take the precautionary makes movement of staff diffi- munities for handwashing with measures on the spread of the cult and expensive. little success however, the fear pandemic. ii. The suspension of gatherings of catching the dangerous dis- means we can engage people ease has caused many to adopt Communication has been mainly hand washing. through direct phone calls, SMS virtually which most people are not used to.  Covid-19 has re-awakened the text messages, radio talk shows, importance of handwashing. among others. Through different iii. We have had to do many small gatherings to reach a sizeable People are not just doing it for channels we have reached over the sake of being seen but to pre- 230,000 people with Covid-19 number which is time consum- ing and costly. vent the disease. This will in- prevention messages. turn led to reduced incidence of iv. The suspension of gatherings Communities are trained on how to communicable diseases. also means that sessions that install handwashing facilities like require practical demon- tippy taps in their homes including strations cannot be con- actions of proper hand washing. ducted. LWIU has worked with church mo- v. The pandemic also has led bilization groups in Malongo sub- to budget cuts which have county in to make a significant impact on our and distribute hygiene supplies like program. liquid soaps in some of the WPAs. vi. The initial closure of hard- LWI Uganda has also continued ware shops for over a drilling boreholes to increase access month led to serious costly to safe water in Malongo Mayuge delays especially in con- District. In Ibanda, LWI Uganda struction of water projects. has constructed a gravity flow sys- vii. The reluctance of Resident tem with 40 public tap stands to District Commissioners to supply safe water to over 6,000 peo- issue travel permits ham- ple. One of the taps has been strate- pered operations. Community mobilization coordinator supporting gically been constructed at Katembe What are the lessons learnt? installation of a tippy tap at household level THE WATSAN EYE Page 6

Caritas Kampala supports urban refugees and children with disabilities in Kampala with flour, rice and soap Caritas Kampala has supported the Challenges faced urban refugees and children with i. Limited financial resources to disabilities in Kampala with maize meet the demands for this flour, rice, soap. Covid-19 response and the on This support was possible with going lockdown that hinder- funding from the Diocese of Roten- ing us reach to other vulner- berg. The interventions were imple- able groups in the implement- mented in collaboration with the ing areas Department of Justice and Peace Lessons learnt Archdiocese of Kampala, and the Kiwanga Integrated Skills Training i. There is need to strengthen Centre (KISTC). The interventions and enhance the capacity of Beneficiaries receiving the food items & soap . took place from April 20th—May Caritas Kampala Emergency Photo by Caritas Kampala. 2nd, 2020. and Response Department linkages with other Emergency in order to be prepared all the The first phase will be completed and Response organizations for time for any emergency re- when we get more support to pur- us to pave a positive and strong sponse. chase commodities, supplies and lee-way forward for planning materials for the urban poor. ii. There is need to strengthen our in this area. Compassion International offers food relief to 10,405 beneficiaries in 61 districts

Compassion International offered Moroto, Nakapiripirit, Pallisa, Lessons learnt food relief to 10,405 beneficiaries Kibuku, Budaka, Bugiri, Busia, i. Working with the local church under its project in the following Mbale, Namisindwa, Bududa, made it possible to reach the districts; Kampala (Nakawa, Tororo, Butaleja, Bukwo, Sironko, neediest under their care Wakiso, divisions), Kapchorwa and Bulambuli. Iganga, Mukono, , Kamuli, ii. Collaboration with the Office of This initiative was supported by Luweero, Masaka, Kayunga, the Prime Minister (OPM) has Compassion International. The Buikwe, Jinja, Masindi, Kasese, contributed to successful implementing partners were Mitooma, Bushenyi, Kamwengye, implementation of the planned frontline church partners in Ibanda, Kyenjojo, Bundibugyo, programs Uganda. Kabarole, Kazo, Mubende,

Rukungiri, Kanungu, Kabale, Challenges faced Rubanda, Kisoro, Rukiga, Mbarara,  High expectations from benefi- Ntungamo, Isingiro, Rwampara, ciaries, overwhelming need Arua, Gulu, Kitgum, Agago beyond the registered ,Soroti, Bukedea, Amuria, beneficiaries Katakwi, Kapelebyong, Alebtong, Oyam, Lira, Apac, Otuke, THE WATSAN EYE Page 7 Danish Refugee Council (DRC) supports Covid-19 response in The Danish Refugee Council iii. Distributing a piece of soap per Challenges faced; (DRC) is supporting the national person/month for every house-  Hand washing containers still response to Covid-19 in Arua, hold for hand washing in re- not Enough, Social distancing is Madi Okollo, rhino camp and sponse to Covid-19 (DRC- still a challenge Need to con- Imvepi refugee settlement. protection support) tinue sensitizations on Covid-19 The support to Covid-19 response iv. Repair of Leaking tap stands,  Not all communities still have include; encouraging IPC at the water hand washing at the latrine points i. DRC has supported Arua dis- points trict with 200 liters of fuel. These interventions are targeting  Social distances at water points communities and the District Task- ii. DRC distributed 1,639 bars of still remains challenge force. soap for hand washing in the Lessons learnt casual work beneficiary. The funding partners are; DRC Distributed 197 hand washing (NURI_ Project) implementing with  Continue the hygiene facilities to the host community funding from DANIDA and promotion activities. UHNCR. Partners for Community Transformation support Covid-19 response in

Partners for Community Transfor- ly DHO, RDC and the police because of no transport means. mation is supporting Covid-19 re- with fuel to ease their movement  Some communities had poor ac- sponse in Mityana district. The or- especially collection of cases for cess to clean and safe water ganization has supported the follow- testing. hence putting them at a risk of ing; The interventions target Mityana waterborne diseases.  Community sensitization hospital, the district taskforce mem-  Inadequate access to information through community drives, radio bers, health workers, community regarding the Covid-19 pandemic talk show and community radi- members and Covid-19 most at risk especially households with no os/mega phones. households. The interventions were access to radios and TVs in rural funded by Blood Water Mission. Im-  Support most at risk households communities. plementing partners were Partners with Handwashing facilities.  Increasing outbreak of gender for Community Transformation  Supported Mityana hospital with base violence in some house- (PaCT) and Mityana District Health holds. isolation centre with mattresses Office. and disinfectants.  There was also a challenge of  Supported the taskforce with Challenges faced rural communities not observing directives from the Ministry of communication airtime.  Inadequate food stuffs is hitting Health, and Presidential direc- Supported taskforce and health people especially child headed tives. workers with sanitizers. home, elderly and those that  Distribution of food stuff individ- were working for a daily in- Lessons learnt uals/beneficiaries that have been come/hand to mouth.  There are communities with no mostly affected with the outbreak  A challenge of access to medica- access to safe and clean water of Covid-19 pandemic. tion from Mityana for expectant hence need for quick interven-  Supported the task force especial- mothers and PLWHIV is hard tions THE WATSAN EYE Page 8 PROTOS-Join For Water supports Covid-19 response in Kabarole, Kamwenge and Kitagwenda districts

PROTOS—Join For Water is lines, but some of the hygiene and supporting Covid-19 response in sanitation activities will be integrat- Kabarole, Kamwenge and ed in the program activities, Kitagwenda districts. Challenges faced The interventions are aimed at;  All “software” activities  Limiting the spread of infection (meetings, trainings, workshops, in the areas of operation – com- seminars) that bring together big munities and workplaces number of people with more  Ensuring continuation support than 5 people were cancelled to have access to sustainable  At the water points caretakers sanitation at home and in their need protective masks and learning or working environ- gloves etc. as well as other ment handwashing facilities and  Easing concern, for example by equipment’s like soap, sanitizers providing information to to be supplied and installed at CLTS promotion & follow up in 4 villages in partners (field staff) and the selected water points. Nyakeera parish. Photo by Protos community beneficiaries  The fact that the care takers at  Ensuring that the right measures the different will be at the water being for our partners and bene- are taken at the right time points the whole day from ficiaries are the top priorities for Ensure functionality of the 7:00am to 6:00pm to ensure the Protos. At the same time, creat- water points for access to clean people observe the standard op- ing a safe work environment is a and safe water erating procedures will need shared responsibility. Therefore,  Sensitization through media some daily or weekly allowanc- Protos does all it can to stay in (posters, Facebook, radio talk es for their survival. touch with partners and benefi- shows, etc.) on prevention of  The non-functional water points ciaries through our partners the Covid-19. which are down due to simple across the various areas of operation. The interventions target key part- mechanical problems i.e. fixing ners, the local authorities and com- new spare parts it is a bit chal-  We do hope this situation is munity (beneficiaries) and are be- lenging in situations where temporary and we will be able ing supported by Protos in Partner- shops of spare parts are closed to see a positive trend soon. Of ship with Belgian Development Co- and transportation is difficult to course Protos will not be able to operation and responsAbility Re- ensure functionality of these highly influence this global newable Energy Holding (rAREH) water points to avoid over- problem, but we can set an TA Facility Trust. crowding of the population at example and take our responsi- the W.Ps. bilities towards our own team, The implementing partners are our partners and the beneficiar- Joint Effort to Save the Environ-  Staff working in extraordinary ies we work for. We all have a ment (JESE), the Natural Resources conditions, juggling work, fami- role to play in preventing infec- Defense Initiatives and Caritas Fort ly and other responsibilities tions by following the guidelines Portal Diocese. from home. from MOH and presidential The interventions are planned till Lessons learnt directives. the Government lessens the guide-  We believe the safety and well- THE WATSAN EYE Page 9 OXFAM supports Covid-19 response in refugee settlements and host communities in and Kamwenge districts

Oxfam work focuses on risk com- at Kyaka II and Lessons learnt munication, community engage- in Kamwenge at Rwamwanja and  Through collaborations with ment and IPC. Specific activities Kikuube - Kyangwali settlements WaSH, Health partners and includes; the interventions are supported by district health department a lot the Belgium Government (DGD),  Awareness creation on Covid- has been achieved in fighting ECHO , UNHCR and Oxfam inter- 19 at water points and commu- Covid-19. All Covid-19 activi- nal funds and are implemented with nity level through radio talk ties are well coordinated. the hosting District local govern- shows, media: bodaboda talk  Use translated IEC materials for ments through the District Water talk and IEC materials, the community structure’s use Office and District Health depart- such as water point attendants,  Home visits through VHTs, ments.  VHTs has enhanced behavioral  Crowd management at water Challenges faced points through water points at- change among the communi-  The lock down affected most of tendants, ties. behavior change is trig- the WaSH activities such distri- gered by perceived benefits such  Water supply in Kyaka settle- bution of Cash for WaSH non- as hand washing ment, construction of commu- food items, latrine construction  There is need to strengthen nal latrine and support house- materials, hold latrine construction, distri- effective community engage-  Lack of community adherence bution of essential WaSH NFIs ment through empowering com- to Ministry of Health guidelines such as buckets, soap, tippy munity structures with relevant such social distancing in mar- taps, aquatabs and communal information and tools. kets and trading centers, hand washing facilities, water  There is also need for none quality monitoring.  Some service provider cannot monetary incentive such as T- deliver WaSH items due to lock The interventions are in refugee set- shirts, protective gears and visi- down tlements and host communities in bility materials. NAPE supports Covid-19 response in Hoima, Kiboga & Kikuube districts National Association of Profession-  Providing demonstrations for of vehicles and the curfew, al Environmentalists (NAPE) is communities on washing hands.  Violations of human rights dur- supporting Covid-19 response in The interventions target community ing enforcement of these Covid- Hoima, Kiboga and Kikuube dis- members including women groups, 19 directives, tricts through the following; youth and farmers, community  Working from home comes  Sensitizing communities on based organizations , District secu- with very many challenges, radios about the virus, produc- rity team that are enforcing the di-  Fundraising efforts have been ing publications about health rectives. The interventions are sup- affected by Covid , safety for Covid-19 ported by AJWS, FGHR, Rosa  Limitation on conducting physi-  Providing communities with Luxenburg. cal meetings to deliberate on PPE's, Having media cam- Challenges faced issues of health paigns and interviews on Covid-  Access from one area to another 19 and its impact, as a result of halting movement THE WATSAN EYE Page 10

Kigezi Diocese Water & Sanitation Programme supports Kabale, Rubanda and Rukiga districts taskforces on Covid-19 Kigezi Diocese Water & Sanitation measures to prevent the spread of midst of a crisis is still a chal- Programme is working with the Covid-19 by the Government of lenge. District taskforces on Covid-19 in Uganda.  Coordinated approaches are Kabale, Rubanda and Rukiga to Challenges faced very crucial. Control of a virus promote and ensure that communi- calls for more efforts compared ties have a regular supply of safe  Mobility due to the restrictions with other diseases. Myths and water for handwashing and practic- in movement and low commu- misconceptions can plunge soci- ing good hygiene nity participation as a result of ety into greater risks low incomes, lack of food and The interventions are targeting com- restrictions of social distancing  The pandemic has had bad ef- munities where water supplies were fects on every aspect of life. As constructed previously . The activi- long as the cure and vaccine for ty is co-funded by TearFund Swit- Lessons learnt the virus have not been found, zerland, Tearfund UK and Tear  The aspect of disaster prepared- everybody should be very cau- Netherlands. ness needs to be emphasized tious about the infection. All The intervention started in March more. players in the fight against the 2020 after pronouncement of pandemic should not relax.  Behavior change, even in the Global Aim supports Covid-19 response in Adjumani, Moyo and Obongi districts

Global Aim is supporting Covid-19 communities, communities in as such some parts of the settle- response in Adjumani, Moyo and , Obongi, Yumbe, ment still remain uncovered Obongi districts through the follow- Amuru and tar- with the hand washing facilities ing interventions; geting Pachara, Itirikwa sub-  Staff movement for coordina- counties and the other surrounding  Support to the District Task tion and monitoring were hin- communities in Adjumani. forces mainly on prevention dered. through facilitating radio talk The project is supported by GIZ- Lessons learnt shows, radio spot messages, CUSP, Stromme Foundation East  Collaboration with the district Africa, Ayuda en Accion– Uganda  Awareness through IEC materi- task forces made it easy to with implementing partners namely; als like posters, accomplish tasks . the district local governments of the  Promoting hygiene through pro- three districts of Moyo, Adjumani,  Handling pandemic crises with- vision of hand washing facili- and Obongi. out politicizing issues keeps ties, unity in the fight against the  Provision of washing soap, Challenges faced crises  Provision of fuel to support dis-  The lockdown hampered move-  Development partners should trict surveillance team and com- ments and purchase of items also focus on the post Covid-19 munity awareness. because shops were closed. activities for recovery purposes The project beneficiaries in  The funds allocated was small Palorinya refugee settlement, host to cater for the whole settlement