The government-directed disarmament within Karamoja has increased peace and security within the region. However, this newfound restfulness has encouraged the introduction of hard liquor to the area, as outside markets have been able to filter in.
In turn, there has been a sharp increase in the amount of alcohol being produced and consumed; negatively impacting the health, wealth and relationships of those in the region.
In 2018, KRSU launched a research project to investigate the issues and recommend approaches that can be taken to tackle alcoholism and related insecurities in Karamoja.
The Moroto Catholic Diocese found KRSU’s research supported their own findings and used KRSU suggestions to steer their programme in tackling alcoholism; which the KRSU team also provided technical support for.
The Embassy of Ireland in Karamoja were aware of issues relating to alcohol, but KRSU’s research highlighted the severity of the issue and prompted them to provide funding for the Moroto Dioceses’ programme.
