Kigoye Alex

Passionate about human rights and health.

[Human Rights Foundation (HRF) @HRF]

HRF condemns Dutch immigration officers’ careless treatment on Thursday of prominent, award-winning Ugandan human rights activist Agather Atuhaire on Thursday at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport, as she returned from the 2026 #OsloFreedomForum in Oslo. The treatment Atuhaire received triggered serious traumatic mental distress from her well-known May 2025 illegal detention and torture in Tanzania.

[❌clusive @DrAinomugisha]

Uganda’s health system is being sustained by medical interns and SHOs working long hours in understaffed hospitals , on the frontline often under extreme pressure and without pay

The cost of ignoring this problem will ultimately be paid by patients

#PayAllMedicalInterns

[Dr. Christon A.K Rweshakyira @Dr_Chris_Twine]

Fine. If an intern is a student, let's honour that fully. Student hours. Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM.
No weekends. No night calls. Public holidays off.
And since students choose their institution, each intern studies from the hospital of their choice.

Why deploy someone to Mbale when their family home is in Busheyi and can easily walk to Ishaka.
A student selects where they learn.
That is how education works.
No more emergency calls at 2AM.
No more covering wards alone on Sunday. No more C-sections at midnight.

After all, a student cannot be held professionally liable.
A student cannot be the last line of defence in a labour ward.
A student cannot be the reason a mother survives the night.
But the moment you strip the allowance, that is exactly what they become. A student.

So let us be consistent.
Either they are students, and we treat them accordingly.
Or they are doctors, and we pay them accordingly.
You do not get to call them students at the payroll office and doctors at the emergency ward.

Pick one.

[Assoc of Graduate Nurses & Midwives of Uganda @agnmu_Ug]

We are reaffirming our position.

#payallmedicalinterns

[𝕄𝔸𝕃𝕀𝕀𝕊𝔸 𝕀𝕊𝔸𝔸ℂ.𝐌.𝐁.𝐂ɦ.𝐁 @maliisaisaac7]

This isn’t rocket science.
You don’t need a degree to read this flier.
Feed the hands that save lives.
A hungry intern can’t focus fully.
An unpaid intern can easily lose hope.
Pay them what they’re owed.

#PayAllmedicalinterns
#Savelives

[FACULTY OF MEDICINE STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION Gulu Uni @FomesaGulu]

As FOMESA Gulu, we reject the draconian policy on the medical interns.
Medical interns are not slaves, they are Medical Doctors in apprenticeship; they MUST be facilitated during internship.
#PayAllMedicalInterns

[Dr. Kayondo Derick. @DerickKayondo]

Doctors pursuing postgraduate studies (Senior House Officers/Fellows/Residents) stand in solidarity with the entire medical fraternity @TheUMAofficial to oppose the new policy that undermines the role and status of intern doctors
#InternsNotSlaves
#PayAllMedicalInterns

[Dr. Joseph Nsamba @JosephNsamba40]

World wide, medical interns are paid. I wonder what’s happening to Uganda. It’s even surprising that we have to plead to pay us the already p-nuts enumeration. Nonetheless it’s a ripple effect and if actualized, my unable aunt in the village in masaka will unfortunately suffer!

[Uganda Medical Association @TheUMAofficial]

Assoc. Prof. Richard Idro @ridro09 has spoken.

#InternsNotSlaves

[Internal Medicine Residents @Makerere @InternalmedMak]

One liner to drive the point home.

[Uganda Medical Association @TheUMAofficial]

𝗢𝗵 𝗨𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮,
𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗚𝗼𝗱 𝘂𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗲!

[Uganda Medical Association @TheUMAofficial]

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.
#InternsNotSlaves

[Kigoye Alex @KigoyeAlex]

@sylmubiru @LaspnetUganda Congratulations 👏🎉

[World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) @omctorg]

After 16 years of leadership, Gerald Staberock is stepping down from his role as Secretary General of the OMCT. The Executive Council has accepted his resignation and will oversee a smooth transition to new leadership to continue advancing the organisation’s mission to combat torture and support human rights defenders worldwide.

Message from the OMCT President: https://t.co/YEigJ8aCEI

Vacancy announcement: https://t.co/2QuNqv7ymZ

[ACTV - Against Torture @actvuganda]

A great and productive courtesy visit today at the ACTV Head Offices in Kampala with Fidelis Mudimu, the Protection Coordinator East and Southern Africa
from the @FrontLineHRD. We shared valuable insights on supporting survivors. Looking forward to strengthening our partnership with Front Line Defenders to enhance treatment and rehabilitation efforts for HRDs.

[Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) @UHRC_UGANDA]

“I thank @Hassan_shire and his team for working with the Commission to ensure that our Human Rights Defenders Desk is fully reactivated. I call upon all human rights defenders here and out there, to utilize this desk. It is for you. Let it address the issues you have,” @ChairpersonUhrc at @DefendDefenders’ 20th anniversary celebration at @spekeresort this morning.

[African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights @achpr_cadhp]

Photo Highlights of the closing Ceremony of #ACHPR85OS

[ACTV - Against Torture @actvuganda]

The Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission was represented in the Dialogue, Uganda Prisons Service was in attendance, Political parties, Inter-Religious Council Uganda, The media, The Coalition Against Torture in Uganda (CAT) members, the Uganda Law Society Vice President was represented, CSOs, NGOs, Kampala Capital City Authority, the National Youth Council and the National Youth League.

@SwissEmbassyKE @NYCofUganda @Nationalyouthc1 @UgandaEC @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA
@NLinUganda @ADCinUganda @DKinUganda
@SwedeninUG @NCHRD_UG @IRCT @UgandaEC
@j_mucunguzi @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA @DIGNITY_INT @SwedEnvoyUganda @ug_lawsociety @bkabumba @chapterfourug @KaliaKambanella @Mildred_Pedun @globaltfokus

[ACTV - Against Torture @actvuganda]

The message from the Chairperson of the National Youth Council was as below reshared verbatim;

I stand before you today to represent the Chairperson of the National Youth Council, representing the voices and aspirations of Uganda's young people. We gather at this critical juncture in our nation's history to deliberate on a matter of utmost importance: ensuring violence and torture-free elections in UGANDA.

THIS, "National Youth Dialogue on Violence and Torture-Free Elections in Uganda," resonates deeply with us the young people.

As young people, we are not just the leaders of tomorrow; we are the catalysts of change today. We are the ones who will inherit the future we shape through our actions, decisions, and commitment to peace, justice, and democracy.

Violence and torture should have no place in our electoral processes. They undermine the very foundations of our democracy, erode trust in institutions, and perpetuate cycles of fear and division.
Every Ugandan deserves to participate in free and fair elections without fear of intimidation, harassment, or violence. We must work together to promote a culture of peace, tolerance, and respect for human rights.

As youth leaders, we have a critical role to play in promoting peaceful elections. We must educate our peers, engage with our communities, and advocate for policies that promote electoral integrity.

Let us use this dialogue to:

- *Condemn violence and torture*: We must unequivocally condemn any form of violence or torture during elections.
- *Promote electoral integrity*: We must work towards ensuring that our electoral processes are transparent, free, and fair.
- *Empower youth*: We must empower young people to participate in the electoral process and become agents of change.

As youth, we are often at the forefront of demanding change, but we are also frequently the most affected by the consequences of violence. We have lost friends, family members, and opportunities due to politically motivated violence. We have seen our peers unfairly arrested, tortured, and detained without trial.

However, we also recognize that we are not just victims; we are also agents of change. We have the energy, creativity, and determination to shape the future we want. We can be the peacemakers, the advocates, and the leaders who ensure that our elections are free, fair, and transparent.

To achieve this vision, we call upon the government to:

- Ensure the Electoral Commission is independent, impartial, and well-resourced to manage free and fair elections.
- Guarantee the safety and security of all citizens, particularly young people, during the electoral period.
- Investigate and hold accountable those responsible for violence and torture during past elections.
- Create an enabling environment for civic engagement, freedom of expression, and assembly.

To the youth, we urge:

- To be vigilant and proactive in reporting incidents of violence and torture.
- To avoid taking part in violence and torture of our fellows regardless of the differences in political affiliations.
- To engage in peaceful and respectful political discourse, rejecting hate speech and divisive rhetoric.
- To exercise our right to vote and encourage others to do the same.
- To hold leaders accountable for their actions and promises.

To civil society and the media, we appreciate your tireless efforts in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance. We urge you to continue providing a platform for youth voices and holding those in power accountable.

In conclusion, we, the youth of Uganda, are committed to working towards violence and torture-free elections. We will not be swayed by fear or intimidation. We will not be deterred by challenges or obstacles. We will rise up, speak out, and demand a better future for ourselves and for our country.

Together, let us create a Uganda where every citizen can live without fear of violence or torture, where every vote counts, and where every voice is heard.

Thank you.
@SwissEmbassyKE @NYCofUganda @Nationalyouthc1 @UgandaEC @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA
@NLinUganda @ADCinUganda @DKinUganda
@SwedeninUG @NCHRD_UG @IRCT @UgandaEC
@j_mucunguzi @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA @DIGNITY_INT @SwedEnvoyUganda @ug_lawsociety @bkabumba @chapterfourug @KaliaKambanella @Mildred_Pedun @globaltfokus

[ACTV - Against Torture @actvuganda]

The Electoral Commission, The Uganda Prisons Service and the Uganda Human Rights Commission committed to seeking financial support for a sustained, extended and inclusive voter education and civic education programme. The Uganda Prisons Service committed to implementation of the code of conduct and adherence to the provisions in the Prevention and Prohibition of Torture Act Cap.130 without selective application.

@SwissEmbassyKE @NYCofUganda @Nationalyouthc1 @UgandaEC @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA
@NLinUganda @ADCinUganda @DKinUganda
@SwedeninUG @NCHRD_UG @IRCT @UgandaEC
@j_mucunguzi @PoliceUg @UHRC_UGANDA @DIGNITY_INT @SwedEnvoyUganda @ug_lawsociety @bkabumba @chapterfourug @KaliaKambanella @Mildred_Pedun @globaltfokus