STATUS OF
WASH IN UGANDA
Wash In Uganda
The Status of WASH in Uganda (2015-2023)
Since the 2016 SDG launch, UNICEF's Joint Monitoring Program (JMP) has tracked Uganda's WASH progress using standardized metrics. While Uganda has shown improvement (10%+ coverage growth 2015-2022), universal access remains unachieved.
Status of Wash
| WASH Indicator | Rural (%) | Urban (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Safely managed water provision | 9 | 45 |
| Basic water | 70 | 78 |
| Limited water access | 56 | 93 |
| Basic sanitation | 18 | 30 |
| Limited sanitation | 10 | 37 |
| Unimproved sanitation | 68 | 31 |
| Open defecation | 5 | 2 |
| Basic hygiene | 25 | 47 |
| Limited (without water and soap) | 42 | 42 |
| No facility | 33 | 22 |
Our Role as UPF WASH
How UPF WASH works For You
Legislative Governance
Passing laws for the good governance of the country.
Fiscal Oversight & Approval
Authorizing taxation, loans, and financial measures for government operations.
Policy & Accountability Scrutiny
Reviewing government actions, budgets, and programs to ensure transparency and results.
Our Response
Action 01
Increase WASH investments
Action 02
Strengthen school sanitation programs
Action 03