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On the International Children's Day this year, we are working with the theme, "Learning Without Limits; Where Every Child is Safe to Play, Safe to Dream". We all must do everything in our power to keep children from drugs of any kind. #vision2030hab

#ICYMI, we were in Tanzania last week at the East African Youth Forum on Drugs. Our Projects Officer @archerfrom1997 presented on Civil Society Advocacy for Increased Excise Taxes on Alcohol and Tobacco Products, sharing Uganda’s experience of how evidence-based advocacy, coalition building, media engagement, and policy dialogue contributed to stronger public health-focused taxation measures. In the words of @archerfrom1997 , "I was also inspired by presentations covering mental health, psychosocial support, recovery and rehabilitation, youth-led prevention, research, and policy advocacy. The discussions reaffirmed an important lesson: sustainable progress in addressing substance use challenges requires strong partnerships, credible evidence, and persistent advocacy". #EAYFD26 Courtesy photo.

RT @UNAUGANDA: #VoicesOfTheSDGs @lynderlinda challenges participants at the SDGs workshop to identify pressing issues within their communi…

#ICYMI, representatives from the various committees of the #UAPC26 convened recently @UgGirlGuides for the first general planning meeting. Please note that the conference is slated for the 25th and 26th of November 2026 @HotelAfricana . Follow our social media platforms, for more details.

We should choose wisely!

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May 2026 was a very busy month. We managed to document it all here. Welcome to our newsletter and spread the news further! Link: mailchi.mp/af42ae1c9b3c/uapa…

Tobacco taxation as a response to industry pressure in Kenya and Uganda @uicc uicc.org/news-and-updates/ne…

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RT @UNAUGANDA: From the grounds of Munyonyo, where many began their final journey, to Namugongo, where they paid the ultimate price for the…

That reminds us - did you read the April newsletter from our colleagues @icuddr ? We are a main feature of that newsletter, from the opening page all the way to page 6! Access it here today: icuddr.org/resource/april-20… #vision2030hab Courtesy photo

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Tomorrow 31st May is World No Tobacco Day, the Uganda Tobacco-Taxation Coalition stands united with the rest of the tobacco-control community to protect our people from the deadly grip of tobacco addiction. Tobacco use remains a leading cause of preventable diseases, placing an enormous financial and health burden on Ugandan families and our healthcare system. As we mark this day, our message is clear: increasing tobacco taxes is our most powerful weapon to save lives. #TaxTobaccoSaveLivesUG #WNTD #WorldNoTobaccoDay @MinofHealthUG @ntvuganda @ubctvuganda @nbstv

The Uganda Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance (UNCDA), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, invites you for the commemoration of the National Day of Physical Activity (NDPA) 2026. 📅 Date: Friday, 12th June 2026 📍 Venue: Gulu City This year marks the 5th commemoration of this landmark national event since official launched by H.E. the President of Uganda on 8th July 2018. Physical activity benefits everyone - regardless of age, sex, or health status. It boosts immunity, strengthens musculoskeletal fitness, and supports mental wellbeing. 🚌 TRANSPORT AVAILABLE To reserve your seat with the UNCDA organized transport, submit the following by Monday, 8th June 2026: ✅ Name ✅ Organization ✅ Contact details (phone & email) 📧 Register at: info@uncdaug.org ⏰ Registration deadline: 8th June 2026 For inquiries call: 256 (0) 393 513 672 Spaces are limited — register early to secure your place!

📌 23rd of next month (July) 2026 @HotelAfricana - mark the date! 📌 #vision2030hab

On this #WorldNoTobaccoDay2026 , we join the rest of the world in the effort to #UnmaskTheAppeal - as the way of countering tobacco and nicotine addiction Vapes, e-cigarettes, chewables, tobacco leaves, cigarettes, powdered tobacco et cetera all remain extremely hazardous to your health and the lives of other people near you. To our governments, everywhere we are, we must put people’s health before profit. #TaxTobaccoSavelivesUG Poster credit: @WHO

Knowledge without action can't save our ecosystems. From awareness creation in schools and communities, to reducing plastic waste and planting trees, environmental awareness starts with everyday habits. Small steps lead to big global impacts. What change are you making today?

Beware!