Dr Matende JohnMartial

Clinician|Public Health Specialist|Epidemiologist|HIV/TB Specialist, SRHR, GHS and HSS Consultant|Proud dad and Manchester United fan

[Global Health Uganda @GHU_Official]

A call for Applications for the position of "Study Medical Officer". If you are qualified medical personnel with a passion for clinical research, submit your application before 16 October 2026
https://t.co/ggobX1r6TE

[WHO Uganda @WHOUganda]

It is Day 2 of #Uganda’s nationwide Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign.

@WHO teams are standing shoulder to shoulder with health workers, district leaders and communities across the country.

From vaccination posts to district coordination centers, our technical experts are supporting implementation, monitoring progress and helping ensure that every eligible child is reached with this life-saving vaccine.

Together with the @MinofHealthUG and partners, we are working towards one goal: no child missed, no community left behind.
#VaccinesWork #MeaslesRubellaCampaign
#MRCampaignUG26

[ACORD Uganda @AcordUganda]

Community activations for Sayana Press (DMPA-SC) are ongoing in Jinja & Iganga!ACORD Uganda, with support from @UNFPA , is bringing information and contraceptive access closer to communities.
#SayanaPress #ACORDUganda #FamilyPlanning #Uganda

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Health Facilities in #Kampala offering Measles-Rubella vaccine during the ongoing #MRCampaignUG26.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to take all children aged 9 months to 5 years for immunization.

The campaign runs until 5 October 2026.

#MOHatWork

[Uganda Women's Network @uwonet]

Many women facing GBV and other forms of violence struggle to access timely and appropriate justice. Informal justice actors are often the first point of contact, yet challenges in referrals, follow-up, confidentiality and handling complex cases limit effective support.

To address these gaps, UWONET mentored cultural and religious leaders in Lamwo and Nwoya, strengthening their capacity to provide gender-responsive support, use the GBV Referral Pathway and connect survivors to appropriate services. @ADCinUganda

#AccessToJustice #GBVPrevention

[UNAIDS Uganda @UNAIDS_UG]

Every child deserves a healthy start.

Yet, Uganda still records an estimated 4,400 paediatric #HIV infections each year through vertical transmission.

Thank you to @china_aid_cm for supporting 🇺🇬’s Triple Elimination agenda.

#UnitedToEndAIDS

[Dr Matende JohnMartial @DrMatende]

@uwonet Well done Team

[Young African Women Initiatives @YawiKenya]

YAWI equipped adolescent girls, out of school teen girls and young mothers with knowledge on SRH, maternal health, nutrition, contraception, HIV/STIs and GBV response. Building healthier futures through informed choices. 💜#SRHR #MaternalHealth #YoungMothers #EndGBV

[WFP Uganda @WFP_Uganda]

🇮🇪 Thank you, Ireland!

@WFP 🇺🇬 welcomes a €4.5m contribution from @IrlEmbUganda to support 221,000+ schoolchildren in Karamoja, 108,000 smallholder farmers and 19,200 refugees and host-community members — while strengthening social protection for 5,100 mothers, young children and older people.

Press Release 👉 https://t.co/8EdBpqKcdS

@IEAmbUganda

[Uganda Women's Network @uwonet]

Water User Committees are strengthening community ownership of water sources through better accountability, record keeping and maintenance.

Since UWONET’s trainings, committees have shifted from individually holding user fees to using transparent systems, including treasurer-managed funds and SACCO accounts, to support repairs and maintenance.

#WaterForAll #Accountability #WomensRights

[Dr Matende JohnMartial @DrMatende]

@uwonet Well done

[Vivian Evelyn @VivianEvelyn15]

A little information can make a big difference.

In Kalerwe, the EMPOWER team brought family planning conversations closer to residents and market-goers creating space to learn, ask questions and understand the choices available.

Before choosing a method, speak to a qualified health worker or family planning counsellor for guidance that considers your needs and future plans.

Know more. Ask more. Choose informed. @UNFPAUganda @UKinUganda #EmpowerUG #EssanyuLyOmukyala

[Dr Matende JohnMartial @DrMatende]

@SwedeninUG You are most welcome 🤗

[Embassy of Sweden in Kampala @SwedeninUG]

New Staff Alert: Meet Susanna Janson Landin, our new Program Officer for Health and SRHR 🇸🇪🇺🇬

Before joining the Embassy of Sweden in Uganda, she worked on human rights and democracy issues at the Unit for Latin America and previously supported Sweden's embassies across Africa on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).

Although Uganda was new to her, she had heard many positive stories about the 'Pearl of Africa' and its friendly people. Arriving in Kampala, she was initially struck by the city's energy and busy traffic, but after just two weeks she already feels at home. She loves how green and lush the city is and has been inspired by the warmth and hospitality she has experienced.

She is especially excited to work with partners advancing health and SRHR in Uganda and looks forward to contributing to improved outcomes for women, girls and young people.

Welcome to the team! 🇸🇪🤝🇺🇬

#SwedeninUganda #SRHR #Health #Uganda #TeamSweden #GenderEquality

[UNAIDS Uganda @UNAIDS_UG]

@UNAIDS joined partners this morning at the launch of the preliminary #UPHIA2025 results.

'UPHIA 2025 is more than a survey report. It is a national accountability instrument & a timely evidence base for the next phase of 🇺🇬’s health reforms' @CHRISBARYOMUNS1 @MinofHealthUG

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Results of the 2025 UPHIA indicate that HIV Prevalence is 5.9% among adults aged 15 years and above .

#MOHatWork

[Makerere University Joint AIDS Program @MJAPUg]

The National Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign kicks off today, and we are pleased to be among the partners supporting this important public health initiative across health facilities in the Busoga Region.

Through our partnership and collaboration with the Ministry of Health and local health authorities, we are supporting efforts to ensure that eligible children are reached with life-saving vaccines and that communities are protected against measles and rubella.
@MinofHealthUG

[Straight Talk Foundation @STFUganda]

Safe schools start with empowered teachers. 📍🛡️

Highlights from Day 2 of our MHM/SRHR/PSEAH refresher workshop at Hotel Leslona! Senior Men and Senior Women Teachers from 10 schools in Moroto and Napak districts gathered to sharpen their skills under the GSTP project

When educators have the right tools and information, learners gain trusted allies in their schools to guide them through growth, health, and safety. 💡📚

#GSTP #StraightTalkFoundation #SRHR

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

The #MRCampaignUG26 rolls out tomorrow across the country.

Ensure all children aged 9 months to 5 years are immunized against Measles and Rubella during this campaign.

#MOHAtWork

[Atuhaire Caroline @Atuhairecarol10]

Menstrual health interventions are contributing to improved school participation, attendance and wellbeing among girls.

Through the Period Positive Schools model, @IriseEastAfrica provides reusable menstrual products, menstrual health education and community engagement while working with education authorities to strengthen WASH facilities and promote inclusion for girls with disabilities.

The organisation also tracks girls’ academic journeys, supporting their transition from primary to secondary school and encouraging families and communities to play an active role in keeping girls in education.

🎙️@LillianBagala

#MenstrualJusticeForAll
#MHHParliamentaryForumUganda