Empowering futures together since 2007

Nyimusa Foundation is committed to empowering children through education, guidance, and long-term support. Our mission is to create opportunities, foster growth, and help every child build a brighter future.

Meet Our Team

Sofia Graflund

Co-founder and chair of the board

Ssuna Derrick

Co-founder and managing director Uganda

Peter Carlsson

Board member

Emelie Adenlöf

Board member

Bengt Ivansson

Project lead infrastructure Nyimusa Village

Kuteesa Denis

Management team member

Isaac Atukunda

Accountant

Pauline Auma

Administration

Our Journey

How Nyimusa Foundation Grew from a Vision to Transform Lives in Uganda

2007

The Beginning

Ssuna Derrick joined a school program run by Sofia Graflund as one of the marginalized children we now serve. This experience inspired the vision that would later shape Nyimusa Foundation.

2016

Foundation Established

Nyimusa Foundation was officially founded by Sofia Graflund and Ssuna Derrick to be Uganda’s most transparent and sustainable NGO. Our mission goes beyond providing basic needs—food, housing, education, and healthcare—to giving children hope and tools to contribute to Uganda’s future.

2021

Building Our Home in Buwama

We purchased land in Buwama and began preparing for Nyimusa Village. To support this vision, we launched agricultural projects to generate revenue, developed essential infrastructure such as safe roads and clean water systems, and constructed the foundations for our future buildings. Nyimusa Sweden was incorporated as a foundation (“Sw. Insamlingsstiftelse”)

Our Vision for the Future

Our vision for Nyimusa Village includes building a school for up to 300 students, comprising of nursery and primary education, and vocational training and establishing a health clinic to serve both our children and the local community. In addition, we continue to invest in agricultural activities to strengthen the organisation’s long-term financial stability.