The Human Rights Centre Uganda

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[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

At our ongoing district reflection meeting in Mbarara, stakeholders are discussing the NGO Regulatory Framework, looking closely at the NGO Act, Cap 109, #NGO Policy, 2010 and Regulations.

The focus is on helping local actors better understand their roles, work more closely together, and create an environment where #NGOs can operate, grow and support communities.

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

“At @HRCUG, we believe local government is not just a structure. It is the foundation of service delivery and accountability. When district and sub county NGO Monitoring Committees understand their roles, and when #NGOs align within that framework, real impact begins to reach communities.” — @namungalu , Head of Programmes, @HRCUG .

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

“ NGOs are key partners in development. They complement government efforts, especially in hard-to-reach and underserved areas. But for this partnership to work, there must be mutual understanding, respect for roles, and continuous dialogue.” — @namungalu , Head of Programmes , @HRCUG

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

The meeting has brought together local government actors and #CSOs to build a clearer understanding of their roles and improve service delivery.

Our overall aim is to ensure that coordination works better on the ground, compliance is understood, and communities feel the impact of stronger collaboration between @GovUganda and the #CSO sector.

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

🗣️Today, under our @IrlEmbUganda –funded project, we’ve launched a 2-day District Reflection Meeting in Mbarara, bringing together @NGObureau, District and City NGO Monitoring Committees, key MDAs, and #CSOs.

The engagement is focused on deepening understanding of roles and responsibilities under the #NGORegulatoryFramework, while closing the gap between policy and practice.

Strengthening oversight and equipping actors on both sides is critical to a more effective and accountable NGO sector.

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

🗣️Today, under our @IrlEmbUganda –funded project, we’ve launched a 2-day District Reflection Meeting in Mbarara, bringing together @NGObureau, District and City NGO Monitoring Committees, key MDAs, and #CSOs.

The engagement is focused on deepening understanding of roles and responsibilities under the #NGORegulatoryFramework, while closing the gap between policy and practice.

Strengthening oversight and equipping actors on both sides is critical to a more effective and accountable NGO sector.

#NGORegulatoryFramework

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

We’ve wrapped up Day 1 of the ongoing District Reflection Meeting in Arua, bringing together #NGO regulators and #NGOs.

Today’s engagement focused on compliance concerns while also examining the operating environment for #NGOs in West Nile and the emerging trends shaping their work.

Participants highlighted gaps in understanding the regulatory framework, weak coordination, and the need to strengthen trust between NGOs and regulators. There was a clear call for more practical engagement to improve #CivicSpace and accountability.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

At the ongoing district reflection meeting in Arua , #NGOs and #NGORegulators are engaging on the NGO regulatory framework, including the NGO Act, Cap 109, the NGO Policy 2010, and the NGO Regulations.

The overall goal is to build a common understanding of the law and strengthen compliance across the #NGO sector.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

“As NGO regulators, we work hand in hand with #NGOs to support Uganda’s development journey. When we move together, the impact is real, and in Arua district, this is already evident through among other things , improved service delivery under @DKinUganda’s PACER programme.” — Mr . Ali Jimmy - Senior Assistant Chief Admininistrative Officer, Arua district.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

This meeting has brought together 30 stakeholders from across the greater West Nile region, including Arua, Terego, and Maracha, creating a much-needed space for open dialogue and better coordination between regulators and #CSOs.

The engagement will be facilitated by a team from @NGObureau led by Secretary , Mr. Okello Stephen.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

💥Hello from Arua City – West Nile.

Today, we have convened a two-day intensive district reflection meeting, bringing together #NGO regulators and #NGOs operating across the greater West Nile region.

With funding support from @DKinUganda and also @IrlEmbUganda , @NLinUganda and @SwedeninUG , this engagement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening civic space and accountability, while building trust and constructive engagement between #NGOs and government actors.

Over the next two days, stakeholders from City and District NGO Monitoring Committees, alongside #NGOs, will engage in practical discussions to strengthen collaboration, clarify regulatory roles, and deepen understanding of compliance obligations under the NGO Act, Cap 109.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

💥Hello from Arua City – West Nile.

Today, we have convened a two-day intensive district reflection meeting, bringing together #NGO regulators and #NGOs operating across the greater West Nile region.

With funding support from @DKinUganda and also @IrlEmbUganda , @NLinUganda and @SwedeninUG , this engagement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening civic space and accountability, while building trust and constructive engagement between #NGOs and government actors.

Over the next two days, stakeholders from City and District NGO Monitoring Committees, alongside #NGOs, will engage in practical discussions to strengthen collaboration, clarify regulatory roles, and deepen understanding of compliance obligations under the NGO Act, Cap 109.

#CivicSpaceImprovementUG

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

@IEAmbUganda

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

Day 2 of our ongoing regional reflection meeting between @NGObureau, City/District NGO Monitoring Committees, key MDAs, and #NGOs operating in Tooro Sub-region is underway.

Participants are, among other things, reviewing the NGO Act, Cap 109 and the NGO Policy, 2010 to examine their compliance obligations as well as their respective roles within the regulatory and operational framework.

This initiative is premised on the complementary roles that @GovUganda and #NGOs play in advancing development and strengthening service delivery in Uganda.

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

@IEAmbUganda

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

🗣️Today, with the generous support of @IrlEmbUganda , we are convening a two-day regional reflection meeting bringing together the @NGObureau , District and City NGO Monitoring Committees, and NGOs operating across the Tooro Sub-Region.

This meeting is designed to strengthen coordination and rebuild trust between regulators and #NGOs at the local level. Over the next two days, we will reflect on the practical challenges affecting NGO compliance and operations, clarify roles within the regulatory framework, and identify workable solutions that improve transparency, accountability, and collaboration.

Our objective is clear: to create a more enabling, informed, and cooperative environment where NGOs can operate effectively while upholding the law and advancing development in Uganda 🇺🇬

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

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[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

Happening now: We are holding a validation meeting for our key thematic report titled “From Normative Commitment to Operational Reality: Human Rights Capacity and Institutional Effectiveness within JLOs in Lira, Pader, Moroto, and Kampala.”

This initiative forms part of our broader programme, supported by @ADCinUganda, aimed at reducing human rights abuses and violations in Northern Uganda.

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

@mugibert2 @DKAmbUganda @IrlEmbUganda @DKinUganda @SwedeninUG @NLinUganda @namungalu @danmuwolobi @IEAmbUganda @KenKitambula_ @EUinUG Welcome comrade

[The Human Rights Centre Uganda @HRCUG]

As the year comes to a close, our staff are holding an end-of-year reflection to take stock of our work in promoting human rights and fundamental freedoms for #HRDs and strengthening #CSO governance.

These reflections are informing our priorities for 2026 as we deepen efforts to protect human rights and expand civic space in Uganda 🇺🇬.