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