Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP) Grant Contract Signing Ceremony FY 2026

On 9 November 2026, Ambassador Sasayama signed the Grant Contract (G/C) of the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP) respectively with Mr. Richard Musinguzi, Executive Director at ACTS Uganda, and Mr. Anselm Kyaligonza, Chief Administrative Officer of Kiryandongo District Local Government, at the Embassy of Japan.

ACTS Uganda will implement “The Project for the Construction of a Gravity-Flow Water System in Three Sub-Counties of Rakai District” and will receive USD 116,728 from the Government of Japan. Through this project, the organization will construct a gravity-flow water system with 37 water points and introduce a water user fee management system developed by SUNDA Technology Global, a Japanese company in Uganda founded by former JICA volunteer Aya Tsuboi. The project aims to improve access to safe water for approximately 9,800 people in seven villages in Rakai District and reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases. 

Kiryandongo District Local Government will implement “The Project for the Construction of Classroom Blocks at Kigumba C.O.U. Primary School in Kiryandongo District” and will receive USD 82,765 from the Government of Japan. Through this project, they will two classroom blocks and provide school furniture, with the aim to reduce the average number of pupils per classroom from 153 to 112, and enable 2,163 pupils to study in a conducive environment.  

Ambassador Sasayama delivered a speech at the ceremony, and highlighted Japan’s commitment to human security and community-led development in Uganda. He emphasized the importance of access to safe water and quality education, noting that two newly funded projects in Rakai and Kiryandongo districts will improve the lives of local communities, including refugee-hosting populations. The Ambassador also noted the contribution of SUNDA Technology Global, whose innovative water management system supports the sustainable operation of rural water facilities. He further called for strong community ownership to ensure lasting benefits from the projects.