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WLEDE stands in solidarity with the families and communities affected by the recent lightning strike at Palabek Refugee Camp in northern Uganda, which claimed 14 lives and left many others injured during a prayer service. This devastating event underscores Uganda’s vulnerability to deadly lightning strikes, an ongoing risk exacerbated by... Read More
Education is a powerful equalizer, a fundamental right that should be accessible to all, regardless of background or circumstance. In Uganda, inspiring stories, such as the 11 Mbarara Main Prison inmates who recently took their UCE exams, remind us of the transformative impact of education. Just as these inmates have... Read More
WLEDE recently held a high-impact engagement with Equity Bank Uganda to explore opportunities for partnership aimed at empowering Uganda’s women and youth leaders. The discussions centered on combining WLEDE’s expertise in leadership development with Equity Bank’s established community initiatives to drive sustainable change across the country. Envisioning Collaboration Through the... Read More
As the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) approach, Uganda faces a critical moment in shaping its future through education. While every candidate is preparing for this academic milestone, there is growing concern about the challenges girls and learners with disabilities face. The need for inclusive and equitable education has never been... Read More
Uganda’s educational landscape is experiencing a significant shift, with the 2024 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) marking a historic milestone. For the first time, girls outnumber boys among the candidates, comprising 51.1% of the 798,763 students registered, representing a 6.6% increase in overall enrollment. This surge underscores the progress made in... Read More
Women across Uganda are facing significant hurdles in accessing GROW (Growth, Resilience, Opportunities, and Women’s Wealth) loans, despite the initiative being aimed at empowering them. The promise of financial support to foster entrepreneurship and alleviate poverty has yet to materialize fully for many, as systemic issues hinder their progress. One... Read More
World Mental Health Day, marked globally on October 10th, is a significant day for raising awareness about mental health issues and mobilizing efforts to support mental wellness. In 2023, the theme “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right” resonates deeply across the world, including in Uganda, where mental health challenges... Read More
As Uganda celebrates its Independence, it’s essential to reflect not only on the nation’s sovereignty but also on the tremendous strides made by women and youth leaders in shaping the country’s political, social, and economic landscape. Since gaining independence in 1962, Uganda has experienced significant growth and transformation, and much... Read More
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) recently faced significant scrutiny after releasing incorrect data regarding tribal populations in the country as part of the 2024 census. The error led to a recall of the main census report and prompted the UBOS chief to issue a public apology. These discrepancies raised... Read More
On October 3rd, 2024, Women Leadership Development (WLEDE), , actively participated in the Afrobarometer data release event at Hotel Africana, Kampala. The event, themed “Social Norms to Blame? Exploring Grey Areas in Safeguarding Women and Child Rights in Uganda,” focused on the significant impact of cultural and social norms on... Read More