Africa-Press – Uganda. SunCulture Uganda has announced a significant expansion of its inclusive insurance product, SunCulture Protect, now extending coverage to the family members of smallholder farmers across the country.
Originally designed for individual Pay-As-You-Grow customers, the product is now available to all SunCulture customers, including those who pay via cash, and allows multiple family members to be covered under a single plan.
“Our mission is to help farmers grow more food, earn more income, and live more resilient lives,” said Keneth Eyal, General Manager of SunCulture Uganda. “With this upgrade, we are strengthening the safety net for farmers and their families, ensuring they have protection not just for their crops, but for their health and livelihoods as well.”
Farming is a demanding vocation, requiring early mornings, long days, and a steadfast commitment to feeding communities. Yet illness or accidents can quickly disrupt a farmer’s financial stability, threatening everything they have worked for.
Recognizing this, SunCulture partnered with Turaco to offer SunCulture Protect, an affordable, bundled health and life insurance product tailored specifically to smallholder farmers. The plan provides financial protection in times of medical emergencies or family crises.
SunCulture Protect now covers multiple family members under a single policy and is accessible to both Pay-As-You-Grow and cash-paying customers.
The plan includes HospiCash benefits of up to Shs 900,000 per month to support hospital stays, as well as a Last Expense benefit of up to Shs 1,500,000 to assist with funeral-related costs.
“We want every farmer to focus on what matters most: feeding the nation, building strong communities, and sustaining livelihoods, without the fear of being set back by unexpected medical costs,” Eyal added.
“This insurance offering supports our broader goal of helping farmers thrive, both in the field and at home.”
Enrollment is simple, requiring only a National ID, and can be completed through a SunCulture field agent or customer support.
“Smallholder farmers play a central role in sustaining communities and protecting their households. This is vital for long-term resilience,” said Cedrick Todwell, Group Director of Business Development at Turaco.
“The expansion of SunCulture Protect reflects our shared commitment to making insurance simple, affordable, and accessible for farming families. We are proud to do this work with SunCulture because they understand farmers deeply and remain committed to solutions that genuinely improve livelihoods. Together, we are giving families a stronger safety net and helping farmers stay secure through life’s uncertainties.”
The expansion of SunCulture Protect marks another milestone in SunCulture’s ongoing efforts to build resilience among Africa’s smallholder farmers, not only through climate-smart technology but also through meaningful financial solutions that safeguard both their livelihoods and their families.
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