In Uganda government and non government organizations were restocking Northern and Eastern Uganda. However the impacts of these projects on the beneficiaries had remained unclear. Hence the objectives for the above study was to assess the benefits of these restocking projects using a case study of Faith Action Development Organization project. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were used in the study. Livestock was found to be the 2nd ranking as a livelihood contributor in Kumi and Bukedea restocked communities. The beneficiaries preferred rearing the restocked livestock to rebuild their herds. However, they also sold some livestock especially the goats in order to pay school fees, medical bills, food and other household items. Goats were easily sold compared to the cows in which a retention syndrome was exhibited. Livestock market prices were excellent and good, being a motivator for livestock rearing. The beneficiaries appreciated the accompanying training packages and community animal heath delivery system because it re-enforced the survival of the restocked livestock. A majority of the beneficiaries were women, making the project a means of empowering women since it encouraged access and control of livestock resources by women. Overall, the beneficiaries perceived the restocking project as a contribution to poverty alleviation in their communities.
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