disaster
Cash assistance from EU and WFP empowers Uganda’s most vulnerable refugees
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 19, 2026
· 2 min read
Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan . WFP, in partnership with the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and UNHCR, will deliver the assistance through digital cash transfers via mobile money and agency banking services to the most vulnerable and newly arrived refuge
Key takeaway “Cash transfers are at the heart of a more efficient and people-centred humanitarian response, empowering refugees by putting choice in their hands,” said Marcus Prior, WFP’s Acting Country Representative in Uganda.
Why this matters
The use of digital cash transfers in Uganda's refugee response highlights the potential for innovative solutions to address humanitarian needs while promoting economic recovery and financial inclusion. By enabling refugees to receive assistance remotely, digital payments reduce the risk of infection and crowding at distribution points, which is particularly critical in the context of the ongoing Ebola outbreak. This approach also empowers refugee families to prioritize their most urgent needs, supporting dignity and flexibility. As Uganda hosts the largest refugee population in Africa, with over two million refugees across 13 settlements, the World Food Programme's commitment to prioritizing assistance based on needs and increasing efficiency in support delivery is crucial. The partnership between the EU, WFP, and local authorities demonstrates a people-centered humanitarian response, recognizing the importance of choice and autonomy for refugees in addressing their unique challenges and working towards self-reliance.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan . WFP, in partnership with the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and UNHCR, will deliver the assistance through digital cash transfers via mobile money and agency banking services to the most vulnerable and newly arrived refuge
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