‘Like a compass needle that points north, a man’s accusing finger always finds a woman, always’ Khaled Hosseini, Author FAMILIES MUST WORK FOR AFRICAN WOMEN AND GIRLS We have learned with deep chagrin of the upcoming 3rd Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family Values and National Sovereignty slated to take place in Entebbe, Uganda, from 9th to
Read MoreIn a recent dialogue on male engagement with stakeholders at Makerere University, a participant welcomed the renewed focus on boys and men, noting that gender equality efforts have long centered on girls and women. While this sentiment drew applause, women’s rights advocates in the room reminded everyone of a critical truth: championing the rights of
Read More[KAMPALA 08.03.25] As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme, “Accelerate Action,” the Women’s Probono Initiative (WPI) joins the world demanding immediate and decisive steps to advance women’s rights. Today, we honour the resilience and achievements of women while confronting the pressing challenges that impede gender equality. Despite some advancements, women and
Read MoreA Call to Action Kampala, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m We the women’s movement have read with concern the latest Audit Report by the Auditor General which reveals the dire state of access to menstrual hygiene products for girls in Uganda leading to 64% of girls missing school days, this exposes a crisis that demands immediate attention.
Read MoreThe theme of World AIDS Day 2024, “Take the Rights Path” underscores the critical role of human rights in ending AIDS. It serves as a powerful reminder that ending AIDS requires a comprehensive approach that prioritizes human rights and empowers communities. In Uganda, significant strides have been made in combating AIDS, largely due to extensive
Read MoreThe tenth month of 2024 might not have meant much in the grand scheme of things, but it stood out for two significant bills that will dominate public debate for some time. On October 3, 2024, Hon. Sarah Opendi, through her proxy Hon. Dorcus Acen, introduced the Marriage Bill, 2024. Eleven sunsets later, Hon. Anna
Read More[KAMPALA, 25-11-2024] – We have learned with dismay through online media reports that Justice Esther Kisaakye of Uganda’s Supreme Court has fled to exile. This follows a plethora of actions against her that she believed undermined her independence as a Judicial officer. She applied to retire early, and her application was denied by Uganda’s President
Read More[Kampala, 7 October, 2024] – In a groundbreaking decision, The High Court of Uganda has ruled in favour of Ms. Namale Desire, a daughter of a deceased migrant worker to Saudi Arabia, in a landmark case that underscores the critical importance of protecting the right to life of women externalised to work in the Middle
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