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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU) has held the third Billi Now Now (BNN) summit, an annual event under the Billi Now Now Movement. The summit was held at Reach A Head Headquarters in Lungujja in partnership with GN Trybe July 10th and 11th 2025, under the …

Reach A Hand Uses Expressive Arts to Break Menstrual Health Stigma in Schools Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Reach A Hand Uganda, through its “Undo The Taboo” and “GN Trybe” initiatives, brought together over 1,000 students from more than 20 schools across the country to highlight the effectiveness of edutainment …

  COMMENT | SHEILA KASABIITI | When menstrual hygiene is talked about, most times, it’s framed as an issue exclusive to underserved or rural communities. However, even middle-class girls and women who may not struggle with access or affordability face significant challenges, particularly when it comes to safe and dignified …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In the wake of increasing drowning incidents across Uganda, experts are urging the government to engage local communities more actively in water safety initiatives. This call comes on the heels of multiple media reports detailing recent drowning cases, including the tragic deaths of …

COMMENT | Benson Muhindo | When we talk about sexual violence in the workplace, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? A boss assaulting their employee? A colleague harassing a fellow worker? But have you ever thought about the harassment that market vendors, street hawkers, female conductors, and other …