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Young people must have a voice in shaping climate solutions. 🌍🌱 Ahead of #COP31, @UNDPUganda supported the #LCOYUg2026 regional consultations with the Youth Working Group on Climate and Biodiversity @Y4BioClimate. The consultations brought young people together to discuss climate challenges, share local perspectives and develop ideas for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future. #SDG13

A healthy population is the foundation of a resilient, productive and prosperous Uganda! 🇺🇬 As we wrapped up the 2 day orientation workshop for Members of Parliament on strengthening parliamentary leadership, accountability and oversight in the health sector, several key outputs and commitments emerged: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐬 1️⃣Members of Parliament oriented on health governance, financing and accountability. 2️⃣A Parliamentary Health Action Plan agreed upon, with clear priorities, timelines and responsibilities. 3️⃣Strengthened collaboration among relevant parliamentary committees. 4️⃣A framework established to monitor implementation and ensure follow-up. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 1️⃣Enhanced parliamentary leadership on national health priorities. 2️⃣Improved scrutiny of health policies, legislation and budgets. 3️⃣Stronger oversight of health sector performance and public expenditure. 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 The Ministry of Health will provide technical leadership and health-sector expertise, while Parliament will facilitate participation and integrate agreed actions into committee work plans. UNDP will provide technical and financial support, drawing on its expertise in governance, human development and institutional capacity strengthening. The initiative will be implemented through technical presentations, policy and budget analysis, case studies, oversight exercises and action-planning sessions, complemented by structured technical support. #HealthGovernance #HealthFinancing #HealthForAll #SustainableDevelopment @ObothOboth @Parliament_Ug @DrAyumeCharles

“Health is not merely a development outcome; it is a fundamental driver of sustainable development, economic transformation and national resilience. Uganda’s ambition to achieve Vision 2040 and the Sustainable Development Goals hinges on a strong, equitable and resilient health system that leaves no one behind. Parliament has a pivotal role to play in advancing this agenda by ensuring that health priorities are translated into effective legislation, adequate budgetary allocations and robust accountability mechanisms. I call upon all members of parliament to be a driving force and act now.” - UNDP Resident Representative, Nwanne Vwede-Obahor @NwanneObahor @ObothOboth @Parliament_Ug #HealthForAll #SDG3

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 of the orientation workshop for Members of Parliament on strengthening parliamentary leadership, accountability and oversight in Uganda's health sector is underway. Building on yesterday's discussions, today's engagement focuses on Health Financing, Commodities, Emergencies, Government Oversight And Committee Action Planning @UNDP remains committed to working with Parliament, the Ministry of Health and development partners to strengthen health governance and advance a healthier, more resilient Uganda. #HealthForAll #HealthSecurity #SDG3

“Let us work together to build a Uganda that is better prepared for public health emergencies, protects the effectiveness of essential medicines, strengthens health systems, and safeguards the well-being of present and future generations. Health security is a shared responsibility; the investment must be national, implementation coordinated, and accountability sustained. Together, we must turn our commitment to health security into collective action and lasting results for all Ugandans.” - Minister for General Duties, Eng. Hillary Onek. @ObothOboth

“Health is not just a social sector priority; it is an investment in Uganda’s people, productivity, economic growth, and sustainable development. Parliament has a critical role to play in turning health priorities into action through stronger legislation, adequate budget allocations, and effective oversight and accountability. We must work together across government and sectors to build a resilient health system that can prevent, prepare for, and respond to public health threats while ensuring that no Ugandan is left behind. The call to action is clear: let us make health a national development priority, backed by the leadership, resources, and accountability needed to deliver better health outcomes for all.” - UNDP Deputy Resident Representative, Mr. Ian King @IanKingUg @ObothOboth

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟏: Today, the United Nations Development Programme @UNDP, together with the Ministry of Health @MinofHealthUG, joined Members of Parliament for an orientation workshop focused on strengthening parliamentary leadership, accountability, and oversight in #Uganda’s health sector. The engagement aims to equip MPs to champion national health priorities, strengthen scrutiny of health policies, legislation and budgets, and enhance oversight of health sector performance and public expenditure. By strengthening parliamentary accountability and leadership, Uganda can advance a more responsive, accountable, and resilient health system that delivers better outcomes for all. #HealthForAll #SDG3 @Parliament_Ug @ObothOboth

360+ women farmers are building resilient livelihoods in Karamoja. 🌾 H.E. Zondi Silence Makhubele, South African High Commissioner, and Ms. Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, @UNDPUganda Resident Representative, are in Karamoja to assess progress and results achieved through the #IBSA-funded Karamoja Greenbelts Project, engage directly with beneficiaries and visit project-supported storage facilities. 🇺🇬🇿🇦 The team met with members of the Apeitolim Holy Family Women’s Farmers Cooperative Society to see how investments in agricultural mechanisation, storage and market access are strengthening livelihoods. Implemented by @UNDPUganda in partnership with @MAAIF_Uganda, with support from the @GovernmentZA through the India-Brazil-South Africa #IBSA Facility, the project has reached over 360 women farmers, advancing climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable livelihoods. 🌱 #SouthSouthCooperation #SDG17

Climate resilience happens when global expertise meets community-led climate actions. 🌍🤝 At #COP31, @UNDPUganda joins the @BugandaKingdom_ and partners to spotlight how community-led conservation, youth innovation, and indigenous knowledge are driving scalable climate solutions in Uganda. 🇺🇬 📅 16 Nov 2026 🕙 10:00 AM 📍 Uganda Pavilion at COP31 Antalya 🇹🇷 Join through zoom 🔗 nyu.zoom.us/j/98271687907 #COP31Türkiye #BugandaKingdomAtCOP31

In #Uganda’s districts of Luweero, Nakasongola and Kiryandongo, the 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 (SSAUU) Pilot Project is demonstrating how clean energy can transform livelihoods. Through support from the IBSA Fund, @UNDP and the @MEMD_Uganda - 25 solar-powered irrigation systems have been installed, helping smallholder farmers access reliable water, reduce production costs and improve crop yields. #COP31 #CleanEnergy

🌱🇺🇬 #Uganda is ready to scale agroecology nationwide. A new assessment shows that Uganda has a strong foundation for agroecological transformation, backed by committed farmer organizations, vibrant civil society networks, government champions, a growing organic sector, and the proposed National Agroecology Strategy. However, significant political and structural barriers remain, including continued support for conventional synthetic-input agriculture, limited local evidence on economic and productivity returns, conventional extension systems, weak bio-input and output markets, costly certification processes, and entrenched interests. The report highlights that accelerating the transition to sustainable and resilient food systems will require more than technical solutions. Stronger, policy-relevant evidence, compelling narratives, increased investment, and action to address inclusion and market barriers will be essential to unlock agroecology's full potential and transform Uganda's food systems for people and planet. 🌾🌍 Read more: undp.org/uganda/publications… #Agroecology #FoodAndPower #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSystems #ClimateAction #Uganda #OrganicAgriculture #ResilientFoodSystems #SDGs #TransformingFoodSystems