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Tag: Juru

  • REC Interviews

    REC Interviews

    All asylum seekers waiting for REC are informed to come for the REC interviews at the OPM RSD Office.
    Beginning 21/09/2026 to 25/09/2026

    Come for coupons beginning Thursday 17/09/2026 at RSD OFFICE NAKIVALE AT 02:00 pm.

    Inform your neighbours as well who may miss this information from here.

    Source: OPM

  • UPDATE ON THE 2026 BIOMETRIC VERIFICATION EXERCISE.

    UPDATE ON THE 2026 BIOMETRIC VERIFICATION EXERCISE.

    OPM and UNHCR are still making arrangements for the verification exercise.

    The exact date for the start of the exercise has not yet been announced. Once the arrangements are completed, the official date will be communicated.

    The verification will include:
    • Fingerprint and iris verification
    • Updating of refugee records
    • A basic health check

    Please stay calm and wait for official information. ConnectRefugee will share verified updates when available.

    You deserve to Know.

  • i-UPSHIFT 2026: An Opportunity for Young Innovators.

    i-UPSHIFT 2026: An Opportunity for Young Innovators.

    Are you a young innovator with an idea to solve a challenge in your community? This is your chance to turn your idea into action!

    Training, mentorship & coaching
    $100 seed funding for 18 selected groups
    $1,000–$3,000 grants for 6 promising groups

    👥 For refugee and host community youth aged 18–30 who are out of school, speak good English, and can commit for 6 months.

    📅 Deadline: 4 September 2026
    🔗 Click here to Apply now:

    Or, Visit UNLEASHED for more information

    An opportunity young innovators should not miss!

  • i-Upshift 2026 Trainer Opportunity

    i-Upshift 2026 Trainer Opportunity

    We are looking for experienced and motivated trainers to support the delivery of the i-Upshift 2026 program in Juru and Basecamp, Isingiro. Apply through the link below if you are ready to contribute your skills to the program.

    Apply before 04/09/2026

    APPLY HERE

  • Open Call for Young People

    Open Call for Young People

    Are you 18–35 and passionate about making a difference in your community?

    Apply to participate in the 2026 UN Youth Townhall in Heidelberg, Germany, from 8–10 December 2026.

    Deadline: 7 September 2026.

    Read the full details and apply through the link below.
    APPLY HERE

  • GFA Cycle 9 & 10 2026 Cash Distribution Plan Nakivale & ORUCHINGA.

    GFA Cycle 9 & 10 2026 Cash Distribution Plan Nakivale & ORUCHINGA.

    DateFDPFamily sizeHHs
    24/08/2026OLD JURU1-2116,515
    25/08/2026OLD JURUMOP-UP
    24/08/2026NYAKAGANDOALL12,380
    25/08/2026NYAKAGANDOMOP UP
    26/08/2026BASECAMPALL6,221
    27/08/2026BASECAMPMOP UP
    26/08/2026RUBONDOALL962
    27/08/2026KAHIRIMBIALL1,146
    28/08/2026KABAHINDAALL21
    28/08/2026KISOROALL90

    Keywords: HHS means Households
    FDP: Food Distribution Point
    GFA: General Food Assistance

  • Physical Verification Update

    Physical Verification Update

    Information is circulating on social media suggesting that the Physical Verification exercise may begin in September.

    At this time, the September start date has not yet been officially confirmed by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM). OPM is expected to provide official communication shortly.

    Please avoid sharing or relying on unverified information. Follow official OPM communication and trusted information sources for confirmed updates.

    ConnectRefugee will share verified information as soon as it is officially available.

  • ConnectRefugee has been updated

    ConnectRefugee has been updated

    We listened to your feedback and made improvements to give you a better experience.

    🌍 More languages (Somali, and Tigrinya)
    🔐 Sign in with Google
    📱 More social channels
    📄 Easier access to Terms & Conditions
    🛠️ Bug fixes and improvements

    Update ConnectRefugee by clicking here now to get the latest version.

    Thank you for helping us build a better app for the community.

    You deserve to know.

  • Public Weather Alert!!!!

    Public Weather Alert!!!!

    There is a possibility of El Niño-related heavy rains. Stay informed and take precautions early.
    Watch the full video for important information on how to prepare, respond and keep yourself and your community sate.

  • Uganda is now EBOLA free!!!

    Uganda is now EBOLA free!!!

    Uganda has officially been declared Ebola free by the Ministry oh Health.
    Refugee verification, which was put on hold because of Ebola outbreak, remains suspended for now. The official date for when verification will resume will be announced by the responsible authorities. We will share the confirmed information as soon as it is available.

    Stay updated with us.