About VBF4CD
Building a Climate-Resilient Future for the Victoria Basin
We are working across East Africa to propel clean, inclusive development that puts people, nature, and innovation at the center of climate solutions.
Our programs
Our Vision
A climate-resilient and low-emission Victoria Basin where communities, enterprises, and ecosystems thrive together in harmony.
Who We Are
About VBF4CD | Driving Inclusive Climate Action in the Victoria Basin
The Victoria Basin Facility for Propulsion for Clean Development (VBF4CD) is an independent, non-governmental organization working across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan.
We exist to propel inclusive, climate-responsive development by uniting governments, the private sector, civil society, and local communities.
Our work focuses on bridging the gap between climate finance and local innovation, creating solutions that protect ecosystems while opening up opportunities for people — especially women and youth — to thrive.
Our Mission
We work to propel clean and inclusive development across the Victoria Basin by:
01 Increase Crop Yield
02 Reduce Water Usage
03 Improve Soil Health
Our projects share a common thread: they combine catalytic finance, technical expertise, and inclusive approaches to deliver real-world impact.
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Our Core Values
We are guided by a set of values that shape every decision and partnership:
The Victoria Basin is both a source of life and a region under pressure from climate change, population growth, and unsustainable practices.
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Integrity
We act with honesty and accountability in everything we do.
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Local Ownership
We respect and elevate local voices, ensuring communities shape their own development pathways.
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Inclusion
We prioritize women, youth, and marginalized groups in all initiatives.
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Stewardship of Nature
We safeguard ecosystems as the foundation of resilience and prosperity.
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Transparency
We remain open in our processes, decisions, and results.
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Innovation
We embrace creativity and technology to unlock new solutions.
Our Theory of Change
We believe that when finance is blended with technical assistance, when institutions are strengthened, and when communities are empowered to innovate, real transformation happens.
Through this approach, we catalyze:
Green Infrastructure
Green infrastructure that supports clean energy, water, and transport.
Circular Economy Ventures
Circular economy ventures that turn waste into resources.
Climate-smart Livelihoods
Climate-smart livelihoods that raise incomes while reducing emissions.
Ecosystem Restoration
Green infrastructure that supports clean energy, water, and transport.
Our Strategic Approach
VBF4CD is guided by five strategic pillars that work together to unlock transformation across the Victoria Basin. Each pillar addresses a critical gap in financing, knowledge, or capacity while ensuring communities and enterprises are at the center of solutions.
01 Catalytic Finance & De-risking
02 Technical Assistance & Capacity Strengthening
03 Innovation & Enterprise Acceleration
04 Data, Monitoring & Knowledge
05 Policy & Partnerships
