Bwanika Dennis Cykis

The U.S. Embassy in Uganda. Advisor, Global Health Security and Diplomacy. Meaningful and impactful policy and diplomatic External Engagements

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

Imvepi is home to ~83,700 refugees — most from South Sudan — and a model of coordinated humanitarian response. @StateDept and @CDCGov officials visited to see U.S.-supported health & Ebola preparedness programs protecting people who are rebuilding their lives. 🇺🇸🇺🇬@USForeignAssist

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

For 20+ years, the United States has partnered with 🇺🇬@MinofHealthUG to build health security in West Nile. @StateDept, @CDCGov, @USEmbassyUganda visited 🇺🇸-supported Arua Regional Referral Hospital and observed how the Emergency Operations Center coordinates outbreak detection & response — without disrupting HIV, TB, and other critical health services. @USForeignAssist, @CDCgov

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

For nearly 250 years, the American flag has represented the story of a nation — from the original 13 colonies to today’s 50 states. Through moments of achievement, reflection, and change, the flag continues to symbolize freedom, resilience, and the values that connect Americans at home and around the world.
As we celebrate #Freedom250, we recognize the enduring people-to-people connections between the United States and partners like Uganda built through education, culture, innovation, and friendship. 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇬
Learn more about the history of the Stars and Stripes: https://t.co/43CwJMEvos

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

For 250 years, American innovation has pushed boundaries—and today, that legacy is partnering with Ugandans to drive regional food security! Take a look at how Asili Farms is managing broad-acre farms at scale while creating jobs and supporting smallholder farmers. #Freedom250
▶️ Watch the full story here: https://t.co/dd6rmG7mo9

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

In this video, Dr. Daudi Jjingo shares how groundbreaking research at Uganda’s African Center of Excellence is helping drive progress in breast and lung cancer studies. Through collaboration with Seattle’s Fred Hutch Cancer Institute, scientists are bringing discoveries closer to clinical trials with the potential to improve lives in Uganda, the United States, and around the world.
See how science, innovation, and partnership are creating new possibilities in the fight against cancer.
▶️ Watch the full story here: https://t.co/2p2Ni03u41

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

According to New Vision article, Ugandan creatives are taking U.S. culture to the next level by flipping American vibes into unique Ugandan remixes. From breakdance, Lugaflow, and Nyege Nyege, to hoodies, sneakers, and Hollywood film styles... What is the best thing Uganda has remixed with American culture?
#Freedom250 #MyAmericanEdge

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

250 years ago, 56 patriots changed the world forever. 🇺🇸 We celebrate their legacy today and every day. #Freedom250

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

Check out New Vision’s features stories celebrating 250 years of American Independence and American innovation, ingenuity, and excellence in Uganda.
Check them out here: https://t.co/iRVq8XHUik

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

Today, we’re celebrating 250 years of American independence! U.S.-Uganda cooperation is delivering real results and driving shared prosperity, from life-saving medical research to trade, investment, and innovation. American excellence is on full display across Uganda, proving that we are stronger when we innovate and grow together. #Freedom250
👉 Watch the full video here and tell us who you recognize: https://t.co/cThsQs1SoZ

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

U.S. Embassy Uganda will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of U.S. Independence Day. Normal operations will resume on Monday, July 6.

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

ICYMI: U.S. Embassy Uganda is all dressed up in red, white, and blue! We’re celebrating America's 250th anniversary of independence, as part of the Global Illumination Initiative. The lights are only up until July 7! Check it out before it’s gone! #Freedom250

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

From the Buganda Kingdom to the halls of @Smithsonian and @TRPresLibrary, we are connected by a single thread of shared history: 🇺🇸President Theodore Roosevelt's 1909 expedition to Uganda and its enduring significance. As we celebrate 250 years of American independence, we thank @UgandaMFA, @UgaEmbaWashDC, @ugwildlife, @TourismBoardUg for your commitment to Roosevelt's belief that the measure of a nation is found in its willingness to show up, to be present, to engage, and to build. 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇬
Watch here👉https://t.co/nfODNIGayC

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

From dialogue to action🎥We joined @ugandainvest and Uganda's film industry leaders for the second Film and Creative Industry Roundtable to build a policy environment where 🇺🇬 creatives can thrive, industries will create jobs, and 🇺🇸 partners invest to drive economic growth. #Freedom250

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

The correct answer is: (c) Bridging Teacher gaps. The first Peace Corps Volunteers in Uganda were a group of 35 secondary education teachers who arrived in the country on November 16, 1964. Later projects included health, fisheries, agriculture, vocational education, and surveying. Learn more about Peace Corps’ work in Uganda here: https://t.co/kNNixK7W51

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

Happy birthday, America! We’re celebrating 250 years of freedom, innovation, and excellence. 👉 Watch our birthday video here: https://t.co/aCUWM0sEfa

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

American research, global impact! 📷📷 @FulbrightPrgm Scholar Dr. Richard Scott Nokes (@TroyUniversity) presented a 🇺🇸 —flown over the U.S. Capitol—to Vice Chancellor @EliKatunguka. Dr. Nokes is conducting his @FulbrightPrgrm research at @KyambogoU on digitally publishing Uganda's pre-modern oral stories so they can be preserved for future generations and read around the world. @ECAatState

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

American AI leadership in action! 🇺🇸🤖Following his recent visit to Uganda, U.S. Department of State AI Technology Specialist Dr. Vivek Mohindra joined @MakerereU virtually to discuss AI ethics in research. Over 250 Ugandan researchers explored the @MIT AI Risk Framework and tools to build Uganda's AI ecosystem responsibly. When Ugandan researchers adopt international standards, you open doors to global collaboration and U.S. technology partnerships. Building Uganda's AI future—together. 🇺🇬🇺🇸

[Watiti Stephen @WatitiStephen]

Healthy lifestyles like eating healthy foods, exercising regularly & avoiding harmful practices must be embraced by all people on ARVs and other treatments, for chronic conditions like diabetes & high blood pressure to ensure good treatment outcomes #endAIDSby2030

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

🇺🇸 delighted to meet with Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness, and Refugees Sam Engola to congratulate him on his new office and underscore U.S. support to the refugee response and humanitarian needs in Uganda, increasing stability in east and central Africa.

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

How well do you know America's founding story? 🇺🇸📜 @GoogleArts "Making of a Nation" brings 250 years of American history to life—from the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution and the people who made it possible.
Explore now: https://t.co/JNUmoPpB10