Uganda Youth Go-Green

Established & launched in 2014 by H.E Gen. YKMuseveni, President of Uganda. A world in which Youth spearhead Innovative solutions for Resilience.(Youth&Climate)

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

KAMPALA! UGANDA! AFRICA! THE GLOBE ARE YOU READY🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️

The countdown is ON Join us for the 7th SDG Run as we run for Clean Water & Sanitation and champion the Sustainable Development Goals🌍💧

📅 Sunday, 22nd November 2026
📍 Kololo Ceremonial Grounds
⏰ 7:00 AM

Whether you’re running the Full Kit, Half Kit or Single Kit, come ready for an unforgettable morning of fitness, purpose and impact! 💪🏾

🎽 Register now: 0766 973194 | 0701 030673

Bring your friends. Bring your energy. Bring your running shoes👟🔥
One run. One purpose. One better future.

#SDGRun2026 #7thSDGRun #RunForTheGoals #CleanWaterAndSanitation #SDGs #Kampala #Uganda

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Thank you so much Dr @ABarirega for your hard work at NEMA.

May God Bless you Sir

[Barirega Akankwasah, PhD @ABarirega]

Thank you comrade @EdwinMuhumuzaB and the @youthgogreen fraternity for the efforts in organizing a very important dialogue on green economy at the most appropriate time. Greening our economy is no longer a choice! It’s an imperative if we are to sustain our gains. Without addressing People, Planet and Profits in an integrated manner, we cannot achieve our historic mission as a country. At @nemaug we remain committed to powering green transition of our economy. Thank you Rt Hon Speaker @Parliament_Ug @ObothOboth for gracing the dialogue with your presence. Thank you @SanusiTejan @IOM_Uganda @NwannweObahor @UNDPUganda @UNICEFUganda @UCC_ED for powering the dialogue. Alluta continua!

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Advancing Gender Equality for Inclusive and Sustainable Development

UN Women Country Representative emphasized that gender equality and meaningful community participation are essential to achieving sustainable development.

The discussion highlighted the need to address structural barriers that limit women’s access to finance, leadership and economic opportunities while ensuring that climate interventions respond to the realities of marginalized and vulnerable communities.

It also underscored the importance of evidence-based approaches that go beyond representation to measure whether women and girls have the resources, influence and opportunities to participate meaningfully in decision-making.

Sustainability cannot be truly inclusive until women and girls are empowered to shape solutions, lead change and benefit from development.

#YouthGoGreen #UNWomen #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #InclusiveDevelopment #ClimateJustice

[Barirega Akankwasah, PhD @ABarirega]

Thank you comrade @EdwinMuhumuzaB and the @youthgogreen fraternity for the efforts in organizing a very important dialogue on green economy at the most appropriate time. Greening our economy is no longer a choice! It’s an imperative if we are to sustain our gains. Without addressing People, Planet and Profits in an integrated manner, we cannot achieve our historic mission as a country. At @nemaug we remain committed to powering green transition of our economy. Thank you Rt Hon Speaker @Parliament_Ug @ObothOboth for gracing the dialogue with your presence. Thank you @SanusiTejan @IOM_Uganda @NwannweObahor @UNDPUganda @UNICEFUganda @UCC_ED for powering the dialogue. Alluta continua!

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Advancing Gender Equality for Inclusive and Sustainable Development

UN Women Country Representative emphasized that gender equality and meaningful community participation are essential to achieving sustainable development.

The discussion highlighted the need to address structural barriers that limit women’s access to finance, leadership and economic opportunities while ensuring that climate interventions respond to the realities of marginalized and vulnerable communities.

It also underscored the importance of evidence-based approaches that go beyond representation to measure whether women and girls have the resources, influence and opportunities to participate meaningfully in decision-making.

Sustainability cannot be truly inclusive until women and girls are empowered to shape solutions, lead change and benefit from development.

#YouthGoGreen #UNWomen #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #InclusiveDevelopment #ClimateJustice

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Official Launch and Awarding at the 7th SDG Run Kit Ceremony

The 3rd CEOs Breakfast Meeting and High-Level Dialogue marked another important milestone with the official launch of the 7th SDG Run Kit by the Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, alongside the awarding of partners and stakeholders whose support continues to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The launch and awarding ceremony reinforced the collective commitment to promoting environmental awareness, mobilizing stakeholders and recognizing meaningful contributions towards a more sustainable future.

Through partnerships and collective participation, the SDG Run continues to provide a platform for championing sustainability, climate action and community engagement.

Together, let us turn the SDGs into action and build a greener, more sustainable Uganda.

#YouthGoGreen #7thSDGRun #SDGs #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Turning Green Skills into Decent Jobs and Economic Opportunities

Enable highlighted the green economy as both an environmental priority and an opportunity for enterprise development, innovation and employment, particularly for young people.

The discussion emphasized the importance of understanding market needs, equipping young people with relevant practical skills and connecting training to real employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

For the green economy to thrive, sustainability initiatives must respond to market demand while creating viable businesses and decent jobs.

The future of green jobs depends on aligning the skills young people acquire with the opportunities the market actually offers.

#YouthGoGreen #GreenJobs #YouthEmployment #SkillsDevelopment #GreenEconomy

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Driving Uganda’s Green Economy Through Partnerships and Youth Leadership

Speaking at the 3rd CEOs Breakfast Meeting and High-Level Dialogue, Mr @EdwinMuhumuzaB ,CEO of Youth Go Green, emphasized the importance of aligning Uganda’s development strategies with Vision 2040 while advancing climate resilience, biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

He called for increased investment in the green economy, adequate resources for environmental action and stronger partnerships between Parliament, youth organizations and other stakeholders to accelerate sustainable development.

His message was clear: A climate-resilient Uganda requires collective action, meaningful youth participation and a shared commitment to protecting our natural resources.

#YouthGoGreen #GreenEconomy #ClimateAction #UgandaVision2040 #SustainableDevelopment

[Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo 🇺🇬 @RugyendoQuotes]

Today, Rt. Hon. @ObothOboth, Speaker of @Parliament_Ug, officiated as Chief Guest at the 3rd CEOs’ Breakfast Meeting and High-Level Dialogue themed “Accelerating Uganda’s Green Economy Transition through Digital Transformation.”
In his remarks, he observed that we cannot win a battle with Mother Nature.
#GreenEconomy #Uganda

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Financing Resilience and Unlocking Opportunities for a Green Economy

The Managing Director of @UgEquityBank highlighted the role of sustainable financing in strengthening Africa’s resilience and supporting businesses and communities to respond to climate-related challenges.

The discussion explored the importance of financing agriculture, manufacturing and micro and small enterprises while integrating environmental sustainability into investment decisions. Appropriate financial solutions can strengthen agricultural value chains, support enterprise growth, create jobs and accelerate the transition towards a resilient economy.

A sustainable economy needs more than ideas; it needs accessible financing that enables people, businesses and communities to turn those ideas into impact.

#YouthGoGreen #EquityBank #SustainableFinance #GreenEconomy #ClimateResilience

[Equity Bank Uganda @UgEquityBank]

We were proud to be a sponsor and partner of the 3rd CEOs' Breakfast Meeting & High-Level falogue on Green Economy, Sustainability and SDGs, held at the UNICEF Conference Centre in Mbuya under the theme “Accelerating Uganda's Green Economy Transition Through Digital Transformation.”

The gathering brought together leaders from government, the private sector and development partners to explore practical solutions for advancing sustainable growth and climate resilience.

At Equity bank Uganda, we believe that partnerships, innovation and sustainable financing are key to building a greener, more resilient future for Uganda.

Together, we can turn conversations into action and drive lasting impact.

#EquityBankUganda

[Equity Bank Uganda @UgEquityBank]

While speaking at the 3rd CEOs' Breakfast Meeting & High-Level Dialogue on Green Economy, Sustainability and SDGS, our Managing Director, Gift Shoko, highlighted the role of sustainable financing in accelerating Uganda's green transition.

He shared Equity Bank Uganda's progress in advancing green finance, including UGX 37.6 billion disbursed in green loans for climate finance, support for the sale of 157,035 clean-energy products, and UGX 4.75 billion in green finance funds through a partnership with the Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC).

#EquityBankUganda

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Turning Climate Commitments into Resilient Development

The Country Representative of @UNDPUganda emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships, climate-responsive investments and resilient infrastructure in advancing Uganda’s sustainable development agenda.

The discussion highlighted the need to align national climate commitments, including Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), with development priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals through coordinated implementation and effective resource mobilization.

Achieving climate resilience requires more than ambitious targets; it demands investments and partnerships that deliver measurable results for communities and businesses.

#YouthGoGreen #UNDP #ClimateResilience #NDCs #SDGs #SustainableDevelopment

[Parliament of Uganda @Parliament_Ug]

Speaker @ObothOboth has called on leaders in strategic positions to stop trading statistics in boardrooms and deliver measurable action in the wake of climate change causing damage across Uganda.

Speaking at the Third CEOs’ breakfast meeting and high-level dialogue on Green Economy and Environmental Sustainability, Oboth said that environmental shocks are destroying livelihoods and infrastructure and he pledged Parliament’s support for robust climate action.

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

From Climate Dialogue to Meaningful Environmental Action

The Rt. Hon. Speaker @ObothOboth of @Parliament_Ug called for stronger collective responsibility in protecting Uganda’s natural resources and securing a sustainable future for generations to come.

Emphasizing the importance of listening to nature’s warning signs, protecting forests and wetlands, and embracing modern technology, the Speaker underscored the need to move beyond discussions and translate environmental commitments into practical action.

He reaffirmed Parliament’s role in supporting appropriate laws and policies that promote environmental protection and sustainable development.

The future of our environment depends not only on the commitments we make today, but on the action we take to honour them.

#YouthGoGreen #ParliamentOfUganda #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalProtection #SustainableDevelopment

[Jacob Marksons Oboth (MP) @ObothOboth]

Yesterday, I officiated as Chief Guest at the 3rd CEOs’ Breakfast Meeting and High-Level Dialogue on “Accelerating Uganda’s Green Economy Transition through Digital Transformation.”

In my remarks I observed that we cannot win a battle with Mother Nature. As Pope Francis wrote in Laudato Si’, “The climate is a common good, belonging to all and meant for all.”

We face not two crises but one - environmental and social. The last eleven years were the hottest on record. In 2025 the planet was about 1.43°C warmer than pre-industrial levels.

Africa emits under 4% of global greenhouse gases yet loses 2–5% of GDP yearly to climate shocks. Uganda’s forest cover has fallen from 24% in 1990 to 11.8% today.

Between 2020 and 2025 we lost 38,000 hectares a year — one football pitch every ten minutes. Parliament will continue to legislate, appropriate and oversee so that climate priorities become action.

We welcome the One Constituency One Million Trees Initiative and look forward to the 7th SDG Run on 8 November 2026.

The green transition is also an opportunity for investment, innovation and jobs. The climate belongs to us all. We can never win a fight against Mother Nature.

I thank the organisers for the wonderful appreciation award!

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Strengthening Partnerships for Climate Action and Sustainable Development

The Chief of @IOM_Uganda highlighted the importance of collective action in addressing climate challenges, improving access to safe water and strengthening community resilience.

As a partner in the 7th SDG Run, IOM emphasized the need to mobilize government institutions, development partners and private-sector actors to advance environmental awareness and sustainable development, with ESG strategies providing an important avenue for private-sector engagement.

Building a sustainable future requires partnerships that turn awareness into action and commitments into lasting impact.

#YouthGoGreen #IOM #SDGRun #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Investing in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Is Investing in Our Future

Dr. Robin Nandi of @UNICEFUganda underscored the critical role of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in protecting children’s rights, improving public health and supporting sustainable economic development.

He emphasized the need for increased investment in water and sanitation services, particularly for marginalized and underserved communities. He also highlighted the potential of technology and data-driven approaches to improve water-resource management and strengthen service delivery.

Access to safe water, adequate sanitation and hygiene is more than a basic necessity; it is fundamental to children’s dignity, health and future opportunities.

A sustainable future begins with ensuring that everyone, especially the most vulnerable, has access to safe water and sanitation.

#YouthGoGreen #UNICEF #WASH #WaterSecurity #ChildrensRights #SustainableDevelopment

[Uganda Youth Go-Green @youthgogreen]

Building a Sustainable Digital Future Through Responsible E-Waste Management

Dr. Fred Otunu, Director of Corporate Affairs at the @UCC_Official highlighted the importance of responsible electronic waste management, carbon-footprint monitoring and sustainable digital practices in advancing environmental sustainability.

He emphasized that electronic waste presents both an environmental challenge and an economic opportunity through recycling, material recovery and responsible waste management. He also called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to translate sustainability commitments into measurable results.

Looking ahead to the 4th CEOs Breakfast Meeting and High-Level Dialogue, he challenged stakeholders to reflect on progress made and demonstrate accountability for commitments undertaken.

The goal is not just to make commitments, but to turn them into measurable environmental impact.

#YouthGoGreen #UCC #EWasteManagement #GreenTechnology #Sustainability