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Sixty-five percent of the Ugandan population is made up of young people. Like Susan, they have enormous potential. Habitat helps them to develop their talents.

What if housing was viewed not as a cost, but as one of Uganda’s most powerful drivers for economic growth, resilience and national development? This question took center stage as government leaders, housing practitioners, financial institutions and development partners gathered in Kampala for the Uganda National Housing Dialogue in commemoration of World Habitat Day 2026.

In July 2018, financial institutions, donors and investors will come together to unlock new housing solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa.

Habitat collaborates with partner microfinance institutions and helps them develop housing loans, provides trainings to homeowners on managing their loans, and offers construction assistance.

Over the past year, Habitat for Humanity worked alongside volunteers who contributed nearly 42,000 hours’ worth of time, skills and energy to improve housing conditions in communities across Africa. Today, we highlight how volunteering continues to shape individuals, strengthen community connections, and inspire long-term civic engagement. 

Read more stories about the impact of decent housing on people’s lives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Each year on International Women’s Day, the world celebrates the achievements, resilience and leadership of women everywhere. It is also a moment to reflect on the barriers that still limit opportunities for many women and girls.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the stories of women whose lives have been transformed through perseverance, partnership and the power of a safe place to call home.