Integrating Climate Resilience into Rural Water Infrastructure in Uganda: Lessons from WASH Interventions in Crisis-Prone Communities

Uganda’s rural water infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to climate-related shocks such as prolonged droughts, intense flooding, and water source degradation. This paper explores the integration of climate resilience into Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) interventions, drawing on field experiences from fragile and crisis-affected regions, including Northern Uganda and Karamoja. It examines how infrastructure design, water source management, and community engagement can be reimagined to address current and future climate risks. Recommendations are proposed for policy, financing, and programmatic adaptations that strengthen rural water resilience.