Relationship Between National Agricultural Advisory Services (Naads) Programs And Poverty Reduction In Uganda

Abstract

This study set out to analyze the relationship between NAADS programs and
poverty reduction in Uganda. The study was undertaken because many
stakeholders were increasingly less satisfied with the program in spite of the huge tax-payers' resources invested over the years. At the same time, there are many poor people, in rural areas, who had been grossly disappointed by the way the program was being managed. Respondents in the two parishes of Busiisi Sub County, Hoima district in western Uganda were reached through questionnaires and interview guides. The results of the study indicate, beyond reasonable doubt, that NAADS program had the potential to transform the rural poor if only it is well managed. Consequently, this study recommends that government [central and local] ought to re-focus attention on effective management of all poverty reduction programs. Empowering the local people to demand accountability and value for money could well be strengthened at all levels.