Nakapiripirit District Profile

District Profile

Nakapiripirit District

A district with fertile agricultural land, a youthful population and potential to become a regional food production and resilience hub.

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District facts

  • Population: Approximately 111,700 people
  • Land area: Approximately 4,200 km²
  • Main ethnic groups: Pian Karimojong
  • Primary occupations: Agro-pastoralism, livestock production, crop farming, and trade.

Key development challenges

  • Recurring drought and climate shocks
  • Food insecurity and malnutrition
  • Low agricultural productivity
  • School dropout and teenage pregnancy
  • Poor market access and limited youth employment

KAYEN strategic focus

Climate-smart agriculture, irrigation systems, women-led agricultural enterprises, youth agribusiness development, nutrition-sensitive farming, and disaster risk reduction.

These investments are designed to strengthen resilience, expand opportunities and support community-led transformation.

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