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- Since its inception, the Vegan Village Society has engaged several farmer groups from Bufundi Sub-county in its initiatives.
RUBANDA: The Director of Vegan Village Society, a non-governmental organization, Bob Rumanzi Niwamanya, has urged residents of Rubanda District to embrace plant-based diets as a means to protect the environment and combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Niwamanya made the call on Saturday while speaking at the 2nd Annual Vegan Village Society Festival held at Kashongati Primary School in Kishanje Parish, Bufundi Sub-county, Rubanda District.
Since its inception, the Vegan Village Society has engaged several farmer groups from Bufundi Sub-county in its initiatives.
Niwamanya explained that veganism plays a critical role in environmental conservation. He noted that vegetable preparation requires minimal time and firewood, thus reducing deforestation and contributing to the fight against climate change.
“Adopting plant-based diets not only protects the environment but also safeguards lives from non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, which are among the leading causes of death in Uganda today,” Niwamanya said.
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Mary Byasigaraho, a member of one of the vegan farmer groups and a diabetic patient, shared her experience. She revealed that medical specialists had recommended she consume more vegetables, a practice that has since improved her health.
Byasigaraho added that vegetable farming has boosted household incomes and provided a reliable source of food.
Sayuni Medius Nyikiriize, another member, highlighted the economic advantages of growing vegetables. She noted that vegetables are affordable to cultivate, require little land, and yield substantial income once harvested.
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The annual Vegan Village Festival aims to raise community awareness about the dangers of poor nutrition while encouraging environmental protection.
The inaugural event was held on December 16, 2023, at Bufundi College Kacerere in Kacerere Town Council, Rubanda District.
