SAF-Teso is a UN-accredited indigenous non-profit organization founded in 2009, rooted in the Teso sub-region of Uganda, operating at the intersection of community leadership and global policy.
Shine Africa Foundation – Teso (SAF-TESO) is an indigenous non-profit organization dedicated to fostering healthy, resilient, and empowered communities across the Teso sub-region of Eastern Uganda.
Over fifteen years, SAF-Teso has evolved into a strategic coordinating hub for over 300 Community-Based Organizations, driving measurable transformation through local leadership, sustainable conservation, health equity, and international advocacy.
To promote healthier, stronger, and more resilient communities through community-led action, health equity, environmental stewardship, and rights advocacy.
A thriving, equitable, and empowered Teso sub-region where every individual achieves their full potential and lives in a protected environment.
Every number represents real individuals, restored lake ecosystems, and empowered community members across Uganda.
We work across six integrated thematic areas designed to address structural challenges at the root level.
Promoting maternal/child healthcare, SRHR services, HIV/TB/malaria prevention, WASH, and routine immunization campaigns.
Advancing conservation, sustainable agriculture, lake restoration along Lake Kyoga, disaster risk reduction, and green taskforces.
Strengthening livelihoods through hands-on skilling, financial literacy, village savings associations, and disability inclusion.
Monitoring rights violations, preventing gender-based violence, community paralegal support, and deepening local governance.
Championing zero-waste villages, circular economy models, organic composting, plastic recycling, and grassroots documentary.
Coordinating 300+ grassroots organizations, participating in UN treaties, UNEP assemblies, and international civic dialogues.
Discover how our community programs, policy advocacy, and field initiatives are creating sustainable impact.
SAF-TESO proposes to host a Make a Difference Week (MADW) 2026 community restoration event mobilizing students, youth, and clan leaders in Serere and Soroti.
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Addressing the cultural perception of water risk among seasoned fishermen on Lake Kyoga and establishing community-level lifejacket protocols.
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Advocating for routine immunization sessions, combating misinformation, and ensuring no child in remote Teso misses their essential vaccines.
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