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ASU In Uganda. Laura Martin Anne Traister. Economics of Uganda. Predominant source of income is agriculture: Coffee Tobacco Fruits and Vegetables Alcohol and Soft Drinks (Domestically Produced Goods). Urban Economics.
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ASU In Uganda Laura Martin Anne Traister
Economics of Uganda Predominant source of income is agriculture: Coffee Tobacco Fruits and Vegetables Alcohol and Soft Drinks (Domestically Produced Goods)
Urban Economics In Urban Areas there are few opportunities for employment which include, but are not limited to: Convenience Shops Various jobs in restaurants Souvenir Shops Tourism related businesses (lodging, internet cafes, transportation services) Boto-Boto Transportation Services (a popular inexpensive transportation method) Drum Making
Rural Economics Little opportunity for economic advancement. Many people leave rural areas to seek the employment opportunities in urban areas.
Opportunities for sustainability include: Agriculture Livestock Handmade Crafts Drum Making In small communities we observed that the exchange of necessities is more common than exchange of money.
Kitoola, Uganda Located 1 hour NE of Kampala Founder of YOFAFO’s home village Location of YOFAFO’s Primary School A very close and supportive community
Youth Focus on Africa Foundation “Working Towards a Transformed Uganda” The community empowerment center. Helping rural women, youth and children reach full potential through information training and education.
References • http://littleredpurse.blogspot.com/2010_10_01_archive.html Bead picture • http://www.packaging-gateway.com/projects/good-african-coffee/ Coffee bean picture • All other Pictures are property of Anne Traister and Laura Martin
You Tube Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nzKgsXsgA