Introduction & Background

Kabarole District is located in Western Uganda at a road distance of 300 km from Kampala, the capital city. It has an estimated population of 318,216 (Census 2014) and a population growth rate of 2.3% per annum.

The District lies at an altitude of 1300 to 3800 meters above sea level and shares borders with Bunyangabu in the south, Kamwenge in the southeast, Kyenjojo in the east, Bundibugyo and Ntoroko in the northwest, and Kibaale in the northeast.

Kabarole benefits from a favorable climate with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C and rainfall between 1,200mm – 1,500 mm annually. The district experiences cool temperatures averaging between 22°-25°C and bimodal rainfall patterns.

Geographically, the district comprises three distinct agro-ecological zones: the North-eastern zone, the Middle zone, and the Highland (Mountain) zone. These zones offer diverse opportunities for commercial agriculture including tea, dairy cattle, bananas, coffee, apiary, and horticulture.

The district is characterized by rolling hills and mountains with acidic soils favorable for tea cultivation. Geological studies show that about 90% of Kabarole is covered with fertile black loam (volcanic) soils, while some areas in Busoro and parts of Hakibaale sub-counties have red sandy clay loams occasionally underlain by soft laterites.

Vision

“A Beautiful district with a Prosperous and Harmonious People”

Mission

“To achieve sustainable socio-economic development through efficient provision of quality services to the people in conformity with national policies and local priorities.”

Goal

To promote the people’s standard of living through efficient and effective delivery of services.