On the Int'l Day for People of #AfricanDescent, we honor the rich contributions of the African diaspora & continue our commitment to ending racial discrimination & promoting equality for all. Together, let's build a future free from racism & injustice. United Nations un.org/en/observances…

We are proud to have been a part of the National Debate, Poetry & Public Speech Championship for Secondary Schools🏆🏆🏆organized by Uganda National Students Association (UNSA) The ✨platform amplifies students' voices for the attainment of #SDGs 👉🏿Climate Change, Quality Education, Good Governance & Peace

At UN Development we believe in the power of young people as drivers of development and peace. Platforms like these prepare, sharpen and retool the future generation to be brave, bold, ideas oriented, and to command to be at the top of decision-making processes. #UNSAdebates2024

Delighted to have presided over the closing ceremony of the National Debate, Poetry & Public Speech Championship for Secondary Schools in Jinja yesterday. The tournament inculcates values & amplifies #youth voices as current & future advocates for #SDGs. #UNSAdebates2024

As we mark the International Day of People of #AfricanDescent & the final year in the International Decade of People with African descent, it is critical to honour our collective past, celebrate the present & look fwd to a future where diversity & equality is the norm #EndRacism

I held a meeting with the Ministry of Tourism Ministry of Tourism-Uganda to express gratitude for the strong partnership with UN Development. Together with the ministry, UN Development has achieved numerous achievements and has amplified the sector's role in the social economic transformation of communities.

Thrilled to host Ian King, the new UNDP Uganda Deputy Resident Representative! 🌍✨ He visited our offices to learn about our sustainable development efforts and together we discussed exciting collaboration pathways to amplify our impact.

Culture and Diversity are core to UN Development. We are proud to be a part of The Karamoja Cultural Festival, currently under way at Napeikori Grounds in Karenga District, a platform aimed at showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage as a way of promoting peaceful coexistence.

The GCF Wetlands Restoration Project Steering Committee is on a mission to the Eastern region! 🇺🇬 Led by the UNDP Resident Representative, the team includes officials from MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬, MAAIF 🇺🇬, National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), and Ministry of Local Government. 🚀 #ClimateAction #WetlandRestorationUganda

The GCF Wetlands Restoration Project's monitoring mission wrapped up yesterday in Kaliro District.✅ The team met with district leaders and visited beneficiaries who have now transitioned to goat 🐐 and cattle 🐄farming as an alternative to wetland farming. #WetlandsRestoration

I have completed a two-day monitoring and assessment mission in Eastern Uganda, together with Government partners (MINISTRY OF WATER AND ENVIRONMENT 🇺🇬, MAAIF 🇺🇬, National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)), to assess progress made on the Green Climate Fund funded Wetlands Restoration Project. #ClimateAction #WetlandRestorationUg

Today, I met with Joshua Cheptegei 🇺🇬🇺🇬 🥇🥇, Uganda's 2x The Olympic Games 🥇🥇🏃🏿champion and 4x World Champion, (5000m & 10,000m World record holder). I congratulated him on his recent win at the The Olympic Games and for proudly carrying the 🇺🇬flag high, inspiring millions through sport.

UNDP Resident Representative Nwanne Vwede-Obahor joins today's #CEOForum2024 to discuss sustainability and the importance of working with multisector stakeholders to scale sustainable development initiatives in Uganda🌱

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ #ElgonHalfMarathon with Joshua Cheptegei 🇺🇬🇺🇬 🥇🥇 is returning on 2 November in Mbale City. Register now at bit.ly/elgonhalfmarat…

"Climate change is a reality which we can’t run away from. We must bring our efforts together in the fight for a better and more conducive environment." - Hon. Rose Emma Cherukut, Kween District MP #ElgonHalfMarathon

“This Elgon Half Marathon is also very necessary for the fight against gender-based violence. We need to always remember Rebecca Cheptegei and work together to end violence against women and girls." - Hon. Rose Emma Cherukut, Kween District MP #ElgonHalfMarathon

"The launch of the #ElgonHalfMarathon is a testament to our collective commitment to climate action and eliminating gender-based violence. I want to thank you all for standing with UNDP and Joshua Cheptegei in support of this event. I will be there." - Hon. Hon Dr Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi.