Recognition of other IPs on social protection is key as most informal interventions are not active. Gov't is at the front but other actors shud be embraced coz of the wide scope - there's usually no room to negotiate with time during situations as now. #SocialProtection4COVID
Did you know that Uganda has invested only 0.7 percent of the GDP to social protection?
Social protection expansion in Uganda is currently constrained by fragmented coverage, weak systems, limited financing & inadequate coordination.
#SocialProtectionUg#SPMonth2026@Mglsd_UG
Happy to engage and explore solutions to strengthen assistance and support for victims affected by misconduct and harm in peace support operations. Victims’ rights must remain at the heart of our collective efforts. @_AfricanUnion#VictimsRightsFirst
Pleasure to open today's Dialogue on SEA Mitigation & Due Diligence in Public & Private Investments organized by @UNFPAUganda & @WorldBankGroup Uganda under the leadership of @Mglsd_UG. We cannot effectively tackle & eliminate PSEA w/t the active participation of private sector.
Did you know that about 2.3 million Ugandans are aged 60 years and above translating to 5% of the total population? As we commemorate the International Day of Older Persons #IDOP2026 today, let us recognize them for the role they play nation building.
#OlderPersonsLivesMatter
🎒 It’s back-to-school time!
As children return to classrooms, parents & caregivers have an important role in supporting regular attendance, learning & progress.
@UNICEFUganda continues to support @GovUganda’s efforts to improve access to & quality of education #ForEveryChild.
A result delayed can be a response delayed.
In this video, Dr Andrew Niwagaba, the Cluster leader for Sub-National Health Management Strengthening at @WHOUganda, explains how our newly donated Mobile Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory, funded by the @AfDB_Group, will strengthen outbreak detection and response by bringing testing closer to affected communities in Uganda.
✅Faster diagnosis
✅Reduced turnaround time
✅Rapid deployment to outbreak hotspots
✅Stronger health security
This mobile laboratory is a major investment in Uganda's preparedness for Ebola and other infectious disease outbreaks.
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS!
AU-ECOSOCC invites abstracts for our upcoming book: Civil Society and Democratic Resilience in Africa: Building Trust, Legitimacy, and Citizen Ownership of Electoral Governance.
Academics, researchers, & practitioners to submit their insights and research to help shape this continental publication.
📅 Abstract Deadline: Nov 15, 2026
Submit to: [email protected] & [email protected] (CC: [email protected] )
Initial publication language is English & French.
Download full Concept Note Here: https://t.co/OHcF0hK3w1
#AU #ECOSOCC #DemocracyInAfrica #CallForAbstracts #VoiceOfAfricanCitizenry
Advocacy for sustainable social protection financing continued in the House today, with Hon. @katabaazi25 rooting for a phased approach to reduction of SAGE eligibility age from the current 80+, downwards.
This trajectory will ensure expansion of SAGE coverage, Leaving no older person behind.
@mofpedU@upfsp
Access alone is not enough for Universal Health Coverage. People must receive care that is safe, effective, people-centred, timely, equitable, integrated and efficient
Today, @WHOUganda and the @MinofHealthUG, with support from IrishAid and the European Union through the #UHC Partnership, convened stakeholders to validate Uganda's National Quality of Care Implementation Framework 2026/27–2029/30 and measurement tools, shaping the future of quality healthcare for every Ugandan. #QualityOfCare #PatientSafety #UniversalHealthCoverage
🚀 Commonwealth Startup Fellowship applications are OPEN!
Are you an early-stage founder building for social or economic impact?
Get mentoring, learning + networking to grow and scale your venture.
📅 Deadline: 18 August 2026
🔗 Apply: https://t.co/DS7wRII28o
#Commonwealth
Have questions about the Low Grants for CSOs?
Join our Q&A Session TODAY to learn more about the application process, eligibility criteria, and the innovative community-driven initiatives we are looking for.
Connect directly with the team, ask your questions, and get the guidance you need to submit a strong application. 🚀
🗓️ 7 August 2026
🕙 11:30am (EAT)
🔗 Join the session here: https://t.co/O5T29BtLkt
Public health emergencies can increase risks of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH), making protection and accountability essential components of emergency response.
On Day 2 of the Inter-Agency PSEA Network training, @WHOUganda engaged government focal points and partners on integrating PSEAH into emergency preparedness, community engagement, reporting mechanisms and survivor-centred response systems.
#PSEAH #HealthEmergencies #Safeguarding #ZeroExcuse
Are you a Civil Society Organization driving community and youth led solutions to end Gender Based Violence , and empower communities and young people in Uganda? 🇺🇬
@UNDPUganda, under the EU-UN Global Spotlight @GlobalSpotlight 2.0, invites eligible CSOs to submit proposals for Low Value Grants to support initiatives that prevent GBV, strengthen community resilience, provide safe spaces,legal aid, and advance vocational and digital skills for youth.
🗓️ Deadline: 14th August 2026
🔗 https://t.co/A5lS99gJTg
Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is a shared responsibility and a cornerstone of accountable emergency response.
Today, @WHOUganda joined the Uganda PSEA Network to strengthen the capacity of government, United Nations, NGOs and civil society focal points to prevent and respond to SEA in public health emergencies through survivor-centred and accountable approaches.
#NoExcuse #PSEA