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3 October 2026, 6:13 pm
Youth programme explores parenting, child upbringing and responsibilities
In this episode of the Youth Programme, host Willex Mukisa engages Sandra Baganda, former Miss Tourism in Buganda Kingdom, and Mugambwa Robert, President of the Young Democrats, in a discussion on child upbringing, the responsibilities of parents and the role…
3 October 2026, 2:32 pm
Youth talk: Raising HIV awareness and prevention among young people
In this episode of the Youth Programme, host Willex Mukisa engages Asharvin Paul Kyamagero and Patricia Gabriel in a discussion on HIV prevention and awareness among young people. The discussion focuses on the importance of HIV awareness among youth and…
14 July 2026, 10:56 am
Civil society demands stronger action against HIV stigma and workplace discrimin…
By Byamukama Alozious Civil society organisations advocating for the rights of people living with HIV have called for stronger enforcement of laws protecting people living with HIV, warning that persistent stigma, discrimination, and harmful public narratives are threatening Uganda’s progress…
8 July 2026, 7:50 pm
Nalowooza Allen: Living through a difficult choice
By Byamukama Alozious At just 18 years old, Nalowoza Allen (not real name) found herself facing an unplanned pregnancy while she was still in school. Afraid of stigma, worried about disappointing her family, and uncertain about her future, she made…
11 December 2024, 9:45 am
Uganda hosts a high-level dialogue on HIV, human rights, and stigma
By Byamukama Alozious On 10 December 2024, Uganda hosted its sixth high-level national dialogue on HIV, human rights, and stigma. The event brought together key stakeholders, including government representatives, civil society organisations, healthcare providers, and people living with HIV (PLHIV),…
10 October 2024, 4:37 pm
Worker dismissed in Hoima over HIV status raises workplace human rights concerns
By Byamukama Alozious The alarming trend of workplace discrimination against people living with HIV (PLHIV) continues to surface, with a recent case from Hoima sparking outrage among civil society organizations and human rights advocates. A woman, working as a laundry…