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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD) has partnered with UNICEF to strengthen Early Childhood Development (ECD) systems through webinar series. The six-month nationwide initiative, seeks to deepen public understanding of ECD, foster multi-sectoral coordination, and drive local-level action to ensure children …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 72 eco-friendly playgrounds have been constructed in the country to enhance play-based learning. UNICEF, Play Action International, together with the Ministry of Education, have built the playgrounds in several districts of Karamoja, such as Nakapiripirit, Kaabong, Kotido, Abim, Napak, Moroto, Amudat, and Nabilatuk, among …

ANALYSIS | A global resolution on digital marketing of breast milk substitutes must be rigorously enforced, writes Afshan Khan, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and coordinator of the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement. Breastfeeding saves lives. It is one of the most powerful, proven investments in child survival, development …

  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 …

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The UNICEF Country Representative in Uganda, Dr. Robin Nandy, has reiterated the urgent need for all stakeholders to unite in the fight against teenage pregnancies and child marriages, particularly in the Busoga sub-region, where rates remain alarmingly high. Speaking during an engagement with educators in …

OPINION | Lynn Nasirumbi | In Uganda today, the simple act of turning on a tap and expecting clean water remains a distant goal for many. According to UNICEF, nearly 38% of Ugandans still lack access to safe water. In rural and underserved communities, the situation is even more challenging, with …

  TRIPOLI | Xinhua) |  The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has said the escalating violence in and around the Libyan capital Tripoli over the past two days threatens to impact nearly half a million children. “UNICEF has received reports that children, families, and medical staff were stranded in hospitals …

45,200 students and 1,820 teachers reached KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda and UNICEF Uganda on March 19 connected the 130th School to fast internet in their digital learning partnership to reach 200,000 in-school and out-of-school learners across Uganda. The announcement was made during the 2nd commemoration of …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Government of Sweden has announced a $2 million contribution to UNICEF to bolster efforts in tackling the ongoing Sudan Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in Uganda. This funding will support the Government of Uganda’s national response plan over the next five months, with …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s efforts to improve nutrition and meet health targets for children and adults remain stunted, as the country grapples with persistent malnutrition and dietary challenges. Gertrude Namayanja, Principal Policy Analyst Office of the Prime Minister, highlights that despite the ambitious Uganda National Action Plan …