Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown on DEAR Day   U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 15, 2023  (As prepared for delivery at Mugaga Nkozi Primary School)  Greetings and thank you all for the warm welcome here at St. Mugaga Nkozi Primary School as we celebrate together Uganda’s 9th National Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Day …

U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration 2023 Julia Taft Fund for Refugees The U.S. Embassy in Kampala, through the Office of the Regional Refugee Coordinator and the Community Grants Program Office, is pleased to announce the availability of a funding opportunity under the auspices of the 2023 Julia Taft Fund for …

February 4, 2022 Statement on Recurring Credible Accounts of Forced Disappearance, Arbitrary Detention, and Torture in Uganda Recurring credible accounts of forced disappearance, arbitrary detention, and use of physical and mental torture of Ugandan citizens by the security forces reflect poorly on the government and undermine the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, which under …

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This is a Request for Information (RFI). This is not a request for proposals, proposal abstracts, applications or concept notes or quotations. It is a survey to inform USAID/Uganda of available potential sources. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is performing this market survey to determine if an adequate number of local Ugandan …

U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration 2020 Julia Taft Fund for Refugees The U.S. Embassy in Kampala, under the auspices of the Office of the Regional Refugee Coordinator, is pleased to announce the availability of a funding opportunity through the 2020 Julia Taft Fund for Refugees What is the Julia Taft Fund …

Congratulations to the winners and runners up of US Embassy Kampala’s World Wildlife Day photo competition with the theme Wildlife and Uganda’s Waters. These finalists showed us their skill in capturing the beauty and importance of Uganda’s water-dependent wildlife. Winner: Peter Hogel Adult Category Kingfisher dipping wing tip  The Kingfisher totally relies upon the waters of …

Today, on Human Rights Day, we honor the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a document that celebrates and defends the equal dignity and worth of every person.  The declaration lists the inalienable rights to which all human beings are entitled – regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or other status.  Today …

Funding Opportunity Title: Funding Opportunity Number: DOS-PAS-FY19-KAM01 Deadline for Applications: December 21, 2018 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Program Total Amount Available: Up to $20,000 This notice is subject to availability of funding A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission in Uganda announces an open competition for organizations interested in …

Today forty finalists gathered for a U.S government-supported Fall Armyworm Technology Prize. The contest, which includes Ugandan innovators, is supported through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to combat the spread of fall armyworm across the African continent. The Fall Armyworm Technology Prize seeks digital tools and approaches that provide timely, context-specific information …

On March 15 and 16, the Office of the Prime Minister hosted a National Nutrition Forum to discuss the achievements of Uganda’s national nutrition plan, and the challenges Uganda still faces. Speaking at the event, Michelle Lang-Alli, USAID Uganda’s Health Office director, said, “Under-nutrition is a serious health problem in Uganda and the single greatest …

Power Africa, a U.S. Government-led initiative, announce the launch of the Power Africa Uganda Electricity Supply Accelerator, an $11 million activity that will support the Government of Uganda’s electrification goals. The Accelerator will facilitate the addition of 1,000 megawatts of generation capacity and 1,000,000 new electricity connections by 2020. The Accelerator builds on existing Power …

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) committed to supporting improved sanitation and hygiene in Uganda by launching a new $30.4 million activity called Uganda Sanitation for Health.  This five-year initiative will introduce a series of water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions at the community and household levels, leading to increased household access to sanitation and water …

Fatuma Namatosi was born into a hard life in Shananda  —  a village in Bungokho-Mbale in eastern Uganda. But she was determined to complete her studies. Her elder brother helped her to pay her enrollment fees, and for her part, she excelled in her studies. Namatosi’s hard work paid off when she and her mother …

Funding Opportunity Title:            Entrepreneurship Project Funding Opportunity Number:      DOS-PAS-FY18-KAM02 Deadline for Applications:              January 31, 2018 CFDA Number:                                19.040 – Public Diplomacy Program Total Amount Available:                  Up to $50,000 This notice is subject to availability of funding. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission in Uganda announces …

Thank you for having me here today.  I’d like to thank Makerere University and the Center for Domestic Violence Prevention for hosting this important community dialogue.  I’d also like to thank you, the students, for taking the time to be here today to discuss the important issue of gender-based violence. Read Full speech . <div id=”fb-root”></div> <script>(function(d, s, …

Good afternoon and thank you for that introduction. One of the core goals of the United States Mission in Uganda is empowering women, and I am very pleased to be here with you today as we work towards including women business. I would like to thank Sherifa Tumusiime, the founder and CEO of Zimba Women …

The issue of the presidential age limit is one for Ugandans to decide, and the Ugandan government is responsible for ensuring all Ugandans have the right to discuss this issue freely and without fear of intimidation. We are disturbed by reports of multiple arrests throughout the country, including reports of arrests and rough treatment of …

If you or someone you know is planning on applying for Mandela Washington Fellowship check out this Facebook video chat.

Are you working to support positive change in your home country? Helping preserve your community’s biodiversity for the next generation? Working to create job opportunities for at-risk youth? If so – come join the next generation of global leaders and apply for the Community Solutions Program! Applications due October 31, 2017. For more information see …

U.S. Mission Uganda is accepting applications for the Winter 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) on U.S National Security Policy Making for scholars and professionals. The Institute will take place from January 4-February 16, 2018 at the University of Delaware in Newark. SUSI is a competitive, intensive post-graduate level academic program with integrated study …

In just a few weeks, the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship Application will be available for those who wish to apply. Now is the time to prepare! Review the many resources available to YALI Network members – from YALI Network Online Courses to blog posts to social media tips to podcasts with previous Fellows. Take one …

Honorable Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Aceng, the Director General Health Services MoH, Prof. Anthony Mbonye; Dr. Sam Biraro, ICAP Country Representative, our friends from the media. Good morning! I am delighted to be here today, as we share with you, some of the key findings from the Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment Survey or …

On August 15 Ambassador Deborah R. Malac accompanied visiting members of the U.S. Congress for a site visit to a CDC-funded implementing partner, Baylor –Uganda, to see first-hand the impact of U.S. Government (USG) funding to Uganda’s health and HIV programming, particularly pediatric interventions. During the two-hour visit to Baylor-Uganda’s Center of Excellence in Mulago, …

Teach For Uganda is launching its inaugural class of 30 fellows, which is comprised of graduates and young professionals passionate about improving Uganda’s education system.

Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Uganda Deborah R. Malac United States Independence Day Celebration It gives me great pleasure to be here tonight to celebrate America’s birthday with so many friends and colleagues.  No matter where I’ve served overseas, when we gather together on this occasion, it reminds me how great a privilege it is …

The following is the text of the statement of the U.S. delegation to the Uganda Solidarity Summit on Refugees, delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Uganda Deborah R. Malac on June 23, 2017. The refugee situation in Uganda has reached crisis proportions. To prevent a broader humanitarian disaster, the response of Ugandan authorities and the international …

The Fellows departed on June 15, 2017 for their six-week program on leadership in the United States, where they’ll be studying with other young African leaders from across the continent. We wish you safe travels and best of luck in your new adventure!

The U.S. Mission to Uganda is pleased to present the first-ever Report to the Ugandan People, a summary of some of the most important U.S. assistance programs in Uganda during the last year. Read more

On April 20, the U.S. Embassy in Kampala celebrated Jazz Appreciation Month  with a performance by Uganda’s Baxmba Waves band. Initiated by the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History, Jazz Appreciation Month is an annual opportunity to celebrate the history and heritage of jazz during the month of April. In her remarks, U.S. Ambassador to Uganda Deborah …

The U.S. Mission in Kampala is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund. The Fund’s primary intention is to support projects to assist refugees and focus on one-time needs. Such projects should not be ones already being addressed by UNHCR or NGOs receiving U.S. Government funding. The maximum project …

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Tell us and share a photo that shows how you maintain a healthy lifestyle or how you promote good health practices in your community . Some of the top submissions will be shared on the U.S. Embassy Kampala Facebook page .  

Women may live longer than men, but on average they have  poorer health . When mothers and daughters receive inferior nutrition and health care, girls’ long-term health and the well-being of future generations are harmed. Some examples: Malnourished women deliver less-healthy babies. Adolescent childbearing, common where child marriage is allowed, poses health risks and limits life prospects …

Please review our latest Facebook Q&A session. It’s likely someone asked the same questions. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = “//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.3”; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);}(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); Welcome, everyone! Our apologies for being a bit late today. We're now going to begin our …

What’s a Pinewood Derby? It’s a racing event where students are challenged to build their own cars using a block of pine, plastic wheels, and metal axles. Any U.P.E school in Uganda may register to participate in the competition. The first 20 schools that register will receive 10 Derby Starter Kits. Five of these kits …

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As we celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth, Ambassador Malac shares her thoughts and wishes for Uganda’s young women and girls – and what things in her life helped make her a strong leader. #BeBoldforChange

A new digital platform is set to revolutionize how farmers get their goods to market in East Africa. 2KUZE, which means “Let’s Grow Together” in Swahili, is a mobile-to-mobile platform that will help farmers in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania find buyers and streamline the system of selling produce. Read more

By Kuros Ghaffari Fifty years ago, the city of Selma, Alabama, took center stage in the American civil rights movement. A major goal of the movement had been securing voting rights that were granted under the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Despite that federal requirement, some states and local jurisdictions had created legal hurdles …

Female genital mutilation cause severe bleeding and health issues including cysts, infections, infertility as well as complications in childbirth increased risk of newborn deaths. The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is February 6 Globally, it is estimated that 100 million to 140 million girls and women alive today have undergone some form of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), according to the United Nations Population Fund. …

Supported by USAID through FFP Resiliency through Wealth, Agriculture, and Nutrition (RWANU), Kodonyo village beekeepers supply the Ugandan company, Golden Bees, with their top-notch honey.

Join us for a group advising session! Please note that you have to attend a group advising session before requesting for an individual appointment with the Education Adviser. The dates for group advising sessions are listed below: Graduate students : Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:30am on the following dates: February 16th, March 2nd , May …

These activities show the U.S. government’s continuing commitment to end the AIDS epidemic in Uganda.