Choose dignity. Choose access. Choose humanity. For systemic change

Earlier today, I posted decrying the mob justice that claimed Uganda Cranes rugby star Sydney Gongodyo. My inbox immediately flooded with messages claiming I’m being insensitive to the victims of Kampala’s rampant petty crime. Let’s clarify something immediately: condemning a public execution does not mean tolerating theft. Crime ruins lives, but street lynchings destroy the very fabric of society. ​Look at the math here. Sydney was a refined athlete, a Makerere University alumnus with immense exposure, deep social capital, and a thriving network. How does someone with that background end up mistakenly butchered on a dirt road? It proves that in a mob state, your education, your innocence, and your character mean absolutely nothing. The street operates on instant, unverified panic. ​When you defend the mob because you’re frustrated by stolen phones or handbags, you are defending a system that lacks a discovery phase. There is no trial, no evidence, and no turning back when you realize you killed the wrong person. Sydney's death is proof that the mob is a blunt instrument that strikes blindly. If a prominent national figure can be erased from the grid in ten minutes based on a stranger's scream, then no average citizen is safe. We cannot afford to mistake collective bloodlust for public safety. We must demand due process, because without it, everyone is just one misunderstanding away from a death sentence.

I understand perfectly. If I were an African Big Man who couldn’t get a crowd of more than 5,000 unless it was rented, I too would be angry and jealous to see 500,000 of my country’s citizens wildly celebrating Arsenal FC’s EPL championship

Jinja, May 2026. Over the weekend, I went to Jinja with Comorians (Comorian party animals in frames 1, 4, 8) and Sudanese (frame 14). Scenes from the slow River Nile town follow, accompanied by Dianne Reeves' Tropical island-sounding track. Video by @TimKalyegira

As we celebrate the world day for cultural diversity for dialogue and development...where are persons with disabilities in that dialogue? are they participating? @NUDIPU @Mglsd_UG @EOC_UG @UNESCO @EstherKyozira @albinismumbrell @SNUPA6 @nuwodu @VisitBuganda @KingNadiopeIV

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The new kit has launched. To celebrate the launch of Arsenal's new kit, and Deel becoming the official sleeve partner next season, we're giving away a signed squad shirt 🔴⚪️ Retweet and comment below for your chance to win. Winners will be announced on 21st May!!

A privilege to join partners from Government, UN, & development agencies for the TRANSFORM Training on Shock Responsive Social Protection linking #socialprotection , disaster risk management & humanitarian action to better support communities facing climate & economic shocks.

Happy Labour Day. We do recognise the efforts of persons with disabilities both in the informal & formal sectors. As we underscore the proposal of @KagutaMuseveni to exempt teachers & doctors from pay as you earn, persons with disabilities also need to be heard.

What a previlage

Yesterday, we validated findings from a rapid survey on human rights violations faced by persons with disabilities in accessing services across Nebbi, Pakwach, Amudat & Nabilatuk. Barriers like exclusion, limited access, and stigma persist. @Mglsd_UG @NationalSIGUg @UgandaEC

societal biases. NUDIPU, @nuwodu & the @albinismumbrell conducted a survey in Nabilatuk, Amudat, Nebbi & Packwach to document rights violations. Findings will guide advocacy & better services, with support from @DKinUganda , @IrlEmbUganda , @NLinUganda & @SwedeninUG. @Mglsd_UG

Key findings from the rapid survey: 📌Persons with disabilities face exclusion from community health meetings, limited healthcare access, and poor WASH services. 📌Distance, mobility challenges, and weak inclusion systems continue to block access to essential services.

📢📢Hiring: Sign language(6) & Braille instructor (6) jobs open in Sheema & Kamwenge districts. Apply with CV docs in one PDF to info@nudipu.org by Apr 27, 2026. For details: Visit our website on nudipu.org under careers page.

I have developed a very heavy heart! Am so sorry Waiswa

Congratulations to Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen for traveling farther from Earth than any human beings in history; you make the rest of us proud! @NASA and their partners have always pushed the bounds of scientific discovery and today is no different. A momentous day for humankind! Safe travels, Artemis II. @NASAArtemis 📸: Commander Reid Wiseman

Government considers allocating 15.6 billion to support children with severe disabilities in FY2026/2027 In a significant step towards advancing disability inclusion in planning and budgeting @IrlEmbUganda @DKinUganda @nuwodu @albinismumbrell @NUDIPU @EOC_UG @Mglsd_UG

Do you know how to benefit from government as a person with special needs? Just click 👉eoc.go.ug #BeyondTheBallot #EqualOpportunitiesForAll