Remarks by Ambassador William W. Popp to the Public Managers Leadership Graduation November 17, 2023, American Center, Kampala Thank you, Shallon, for inviting me here today, congratulations to the graduates, and good afternoon to all. I’m delighted to be with you to share some thoughts on leadership and the importance of public service. I would …
Read More» Remarks by Amb. William W. Popp for the 2023 National HIV/AIDS Symposium Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Kololo Independence Grounds, Honorable Minister of the Presidency, Honorable Ministers present, Honorable Members of Parliament Ambassadors/Heads of Missions and Development Partners Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission Religious, Cultural, and Civil Society Leaders Distinguished guests, All protocols observed Good afternoon. …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador Willian W. Popp at the Kajubi-Fulbright Lecture | “Uganda’s Higher Education in the Digital Age: Navigating the Future Through Technological Advancements” Makerere University, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Vice Chancellor, Professor Barnabas Nawangwe University Council Members Distinguished Guests, Makerere faculty, and students Fulbrighters past and present All protocols observed. Good afternoon! It is …
Read More» Launch of Media Literacy for Young Journalists Project MCI Media Hub, Kabalagala, Rooftop of Tirupati Mazima Mall, Friday, October 27, 2023 Media Development Partners, Media Challenge Initiative Team, Distinguished Guests, All protocols observed. Good afternoon! I am delighted to be here today with you as we launch the Media Literacy for Young Journalists Project. We …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador William W. Popp at the Swearing-In Ceremony for Peace Corps Volunteers | Thursday, October 12, 2023 Good afternoon, ladies, and gentlemen. Welcome to the Peace Corps Swearing-in Ceremony. Thank you for being here this afternoon. I would like to recognize colleagues from the U.S. Mission; partners and friends of Peace Corps; representatives …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador William Popp for N*Gen Season 3 Launch Event – USDA Vanilla Vines Visit Good afternoon and thank you for being with us today to celebrate the launch of Season 3 of N*Gen, the “Next Generation” science show for kids. Now, I know we have many young people in the room. Did you enjoy …
Read More» Ambassador Popp’s Remarks Alumni Homecoming Reception | Friday, September 22, 2023 It is wonderful to be here in Kampala, and even though I have only been here a few weeks, I am happy to say, “Welcome back” to our exchange program alumni! This evening’s event is a chance to celebrate the work you do, strengthen …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador William Popp to 14th National Competitiveness Forum Kampala | September 21, 2023; Good morning! It is an honor to stand before you as the new U.S. Ambassador to Uganda and to participate in today’s 14th Annual National Competitiveness Forum with the support of USAID. Thank you all for being here. As …
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Remarks by Ambassador Natalie E. Brown At the Ambassador’s farewell meeting with Uganda Aids Commission (as prepared for delivery) | Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 17:00-19:00 Good evening, everyone. I am grateful to have the opportunity to join you this evening and recognize the partnership between the Uganda AIDS Commission, civil society colleagues, and the U.S. …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Home of the Gorilla Project Launch (as prepared for delivery) | Kampala Tourism Information Center, Sheraton Hotel | August 15, 2023 It is wonderful to be with you for this project launch, to promote awareness around conservation of mountain gorillas. As you may know from my social …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at the Installation of the Alumni Council August 10, 2023 (as prepared) Good evening and welcome! I am delighted to have you all here to inaugurate the interim U.S. Exchange Alumni Council, which will provide leadership to the newly established U.S. Exchanges Alumni Network – Uganda and, importantly, establish norms …
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Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | Independence Day Reception Remarks July 6, 2023 Good evening and welcome to our celebration of the 247th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America! We are delighted to receive you at the Embassy for this celebration. I understand that we have not hosted a large event here …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | Celebrating Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka’s Memoir July 5, 2023 | Kampala | (As prepared for delivery) It is wonderful to be with you on this special occasion, celebrating this fascinating and important memoir written by my friend, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka. Today’s event is particularly meaningful for me because …
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Remarks by U.S. Charge D’Affaires William D. Bent at Makerere University Partner Recognition Dinner June 16, 2023 | Kampala (As Prepared for delivery) Vice Chancellor Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, members of the University Council, and esteemed faculty and university partners, it gives me great pleasure to be here today. Ambassador Brown sends her regards from Washington …
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent at the 55th Stop Transmission of Polio (STOP) training April 24, 2023; | Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala Good morning! I am honored to be with you at this 55th Stop Transmission of Polio (STOP) international training in Kampala. The timing of this training coincides with …
Read More» Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent at PEPFAR COP23 Strategic Check in Meeting U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 31, 2023 | (As prepared for delivery at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala) Good morning, everyone. It is wonderful to have “Team Uganda” back together to check-in after the recently concluded Regional COP Co-Planning Meetings. …
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Remarks by USAID/Uganda Mission Director Richard L. Nelson on USAID 60th Anniversary. U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 30, 2023 (As prepared for delivery at Sheraton Hotel Kampala) Thank you all for being here tonight on this very special occasion to help us celebrate this important milestone for both the people of America and the people …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown for USAID Uganda’s 60th Anniversary U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 30, 2023 (As prepared for delivery at Sheraton Hotel Ballroom Kampala) Dear friends and colleagues, I am thrilled to be here with you for this very special occasion! Just 60 years, five months, and three weeks ago today, …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Launch of Nnaabagereka Syliva Autobiography U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 23, 2023 (As prepared for delivery at Sheraton Hotel Kampala) It is a pleasure to be here today for the launch of the Nnaabagereka’s autobiography. Last week, I had the pleasure of reading to students at St. …
Read More» Powering Women for Business – Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at American Chamber Annual Women’s Day Forum U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 23, 2023 | (As prepared for delivery at Sheraton Hotel Kampala) Good morning, friends. Good morning, businesswomen. I’m thrilled to be here with you during Women’s Month to honor you and …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Premier of Disability Inclusive Feature Film ‘When You Become Me’ U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 15, 2023 (As prepared for delivery at premier of Ugandan feature film ‘When You Become Me’ at Arena Mall movie theater in Kampala) I am honored to be here today to attend …
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent at PEPFAR COP23 Regional Planning Meeting U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 6, 2023 (as prepared for delivery at Capital on the Park Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa) Hello and a warm welcome to all. This is my first COP [Country Operational Plan] Co-Planning Meeting as the Deputy Chief …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at “CheckNow HIV Self-Testing Services” Launch U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 2, 2023 (as prepared for delivery at Serena Hotel, Kampala) I am pleased to join you all this morning as the Ministry of Health launches the “CheckNOW HIV Self-Testing Services” among Youth in Higher Institutions of Learning. …
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U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown Remarks at Global Refugee Forum Roadmap Launch U.S. Embassy Kampala | February 28, 2023 (as prepared for delivery at Office of the President Conference Hall, Kampala) Thank Minister Onek and State Minister Anyakun for hosting and thank the UNHCR Global Refugee Sherpa, Arafat Jamal, for visiting. We are pleased that …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at COP23 PEPFAR Partner and Stakeholder Strategic Retreat U.S. Embassy Kampala | February 22, 2023 (as prepared for delivery at Mestil Hotel in Kampala, Uganda) Good morning to you all! It is a pleasure to join you today as we collaboratively discuss key policy and programmatic updates, priorities …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown on Launch of 60th Anniversary Edition of Report to the Ugandan People “A Proven Partner Uganda Can Depend On” U.S. Embassy Kampala | February 8, 2023 (as prepared for delivery at the American Center, Kampala) Good afternoon. I am pleased to welcome you to the American Center for …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at 2023 PEPFAR Uganda Science Summit Hotel Africana, Kampala | February 1, 2023 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon. I am delighted to join you today at the closing of this year’s annual PEPFAR Uganda Science Summit. It is particularly special because we are also commemorating PEPFAR’s 20th …
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2023 PEPFAR Uganda Science Summit – Opening Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent Hotel Africana, Kampala | January 31, 2023 (as prepared for delivery) Good morning. I am honored to open this year’s annual PEPFAR Uganda Science Summit. Now in its 4th year, this year’s Summit theme, “Following the Science and …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Alumni Impact Awards U.S. Mission Uganda Alumni Impact Awards | Sheraton Kampala Hotel | January 21, 2023 | (as prepared for delivery) Wow, that video was amazing ! Let’s have another round of applause for director Hosea Jemba and all the alumni featured in the video. As you saw in the film, …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) High-Level Forum Kampala, Uganda | January 17, 2023 | (As prepared for delivery) It is lovely to be here with you this afternoon and part of this distinguished panel. My friend and colleague Ambassador Jessye Lapenn asked me to join on her …
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Public Health Fellowship Program Graduation Speke Resort Hotel Munyonyo, Kampala | (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am deeply honored to join you today on this special occasion to witness the graduation of the seventh cohort of the Public Health Fellowship Program. This is my second PHFP …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at End of Ebola Outbreak Declaration Event Mubende District Mayor’s Gardens, Uganda | January 11, 2023 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! How wonderful it is to be here today to witness the declaration of the end of the Ebola outbreak. The intensity of the past few months …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak Response Accountability Forum Serena Hotel Kampala Conference Center | January 10, 2023 (as prepared for delivery) Good morning! I am delighted to be with you today at this Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak Response Accountability Forum, a follow-on to our November 10th discussions, where …
Read More» Kampala | December 28, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) Good morning. Thank you all for hosting me today. I am delighted to be with you in person this morning to discuss trade and investment in Uganda. Though COVID-19 and Ebola are still issues we have to contend with, it does finally feel like we can …
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At this time of year, many of us will reflect on 2022 and plan for the year ahead. And what a year it has been for Uganda, especially for public health. We rose from the worst effects of COVID-19 only to confront Ebola. Today is the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness. Thus, it is fitting …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent at Annual Retreat for Heads of Church of Uganda Post-Primary Education Institutions Uganda Christian University, Mukono | December 20, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) Thank you for inviting me to speak today at your annual retreat. It is an honor to be with you as …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at 4th Annual Health Innovations Conference: Building Resilient Healthcare Systems Through Innovation Serena Hotel Kampala, Uganda | December 12, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) Good morning. I am delighted to join you as we kick off the two-day fourth annual Health Innovations Conference which aims to harness new, …
Read More» Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda | December 2, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) I am thrilled to join you this evening on behalf of the United States Government to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Uganda Wildlife Education Center. With a mission that has evolved over time from its wildlife sanctuary roots, the Entebbe Zoo, …
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Kampala, Uganda | December 2, 2022 (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am so pleased and honored to be here with you today to commemorate 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, or GBV. I would like to thank the Ministry of Gender, Labor, and Social Development, The Alliance for Women Advocating for Change …
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent Rukungiri District, Uganda | December 1, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am delighted to join Ugandans to commemorate this significant day in the history of HIV/AIDS. Each year on December 1st, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. Founded in 1988, World AIDS …
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission William D. Bent 2022 PRE-WORLD AIDS DAY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Ntungamo, Uganda | November 30, 2022 (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon everyone. It is an honor to be here in Ntungamo as we celebrate World AIDS Day 2022, when the world unites in support of people living with …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at 2022 Heroes in Health Awards Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, Uganda | November 25, 2022 (As prepared for delivery) Good evening to all. I am honored to join you all as we celebrate the 2022 Heroes in Health Award nominees. We are inspired by the winners’ innovative and creative …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Y+ Beauty Pageant Grand Finale Serena Hotel Kampala | November 23, 2022 (As prepared for delivery) Good evening, I am thrilled to be with you once again for the eighth Y+ Beauty Pageant. I am happy to note that this is my third pageant, having attended my …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at 2022 National HIV and AIDS Symposium | November 8, 2022 Makerere University Business School – Playgrounds, Kampala, Uganda (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon to all. I am honored to join you at this year’s National HIV Symposium. The United States government recognizes that a healthy population is the foundation for a …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Commissioning of National Medical Stores Warehouse Facility | November 3, 2022 Kajjansi, Kampala, Uganda (As prepared for delivery) On behalf of the United States government, I congratulate the Government of Uganda on accomplishing yet another milestone in improving services for the country’s people. This milestone – the …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Laboratory of Virology Inauguration at Uganda Virus Research Institute October 18, 2022 Uganda Virus Research Institute, Entebbe, Uganda (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to be here with you. I am honored to open the new Laboratory of Virology supported by the National …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown for the 2022 Y+ Beauty Pageant Launch September 30, 2022 Kampala, Uganda (as prepared for delivery) Good morning. I am deeply honored to join you today for the launch of the 2022 Young Positives Beauty Pageant. For the past two years, it has been a delight to have participated in the …
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(as prepared for delivery) It gives me great pleasure to be at Makerere University today to take part in this special event commemorating the Fulbright program and recognizing distinguished Fulbright alumnus the late Professor William Senteza Kajubi, one of the first Fulbright students from Africa. As we celebrate Makerere University’s 100-year anniversary and 60 years …
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“Join Our Team! Defend Our Wildlife” Campaign Launch | Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown September 14, 2022 | Kampala, Uganda | (As prepared for delivery) I am thrilled to join you today on behalf of the United States government for the launch of the “Join Our Team! Defend Our Wildlife” campaign. Today’s event is …
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African Centers of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Science 2022 Annual Consortium Meeting – Student Showcase Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | September 13, 2022 Infectious Disease Institute, McKinnell Knowledge Centre, Makerere University Kampala, Uganda | (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to be here with you. I am …
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Uganda HIV/AIDS Legal Environment Assessment for Key Populations Report Launch | Kampala, Uganda | Friday, September 2, 2022 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | (as prepared for delivery) | Speke Resort Munyonyo. Good afternoon! I am delighted to be part of this historic moment as we launch the Uganda HIV/AIDS Legal Environment Assessment for …
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U.S.- Uganda Partnership Advancing Global Health Security Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | July 30, 2022 Press conference at CDC Offices at Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI), Entebbe, Uganda | (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am delighted to be here today as we welcome the Director of the U.S. Centers for …
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Launch of a Global Education Children’s Book “The Wildlife Divas Adventure Team: Saving the Endangered Mountain Gorilla” Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | July 30, 2022 Kampala, Uganda (as prepared for delivery) I am thrilled to join you today on behalf of the United States government for the launch of “The Wildlife Divas …
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LGBTQI+, Religion, Diversity, and Inclusion Dialogue with Universal Coalition of Affirming Africans Uganda Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | July 21, 2022 Kampala, Uganda(As prepared for delivery) Good morning. I am so pleased to see all of you here and it is an honor for me to be with you today as we …
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U.S. Department of State | Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees and Migration | Julieta Valls Noyes Remarks on Humanitarian Assistance for Africa July 15, 2022 Office of the Prime Minister Kampala, Uganda (As prepared for delivery) Minister Onek, thank you for those kind words. I am grateful to you and, especially, to Minister …
Read More» Remarks By U.S. Ambassador to Uganda Natalie E. Brown | United States Provides Humanitarian Assistance in Uganda Amid Global Food Crisis July 15, 2022 Office of the Prime Minister Kampala, Uganda (As prepared for delivery) Good morning. Thank you, Minister Onek. We appreciate your hosting U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees and Migration …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at PMTCT Impact Evaluation Report Launch May 31, 2022 | Ministry of Health Compound, Kampala, Uganda | (As prepared for delivery) Good morning! I am delighted to be here today as we share findings from the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) Impact Evaluation, which was conducted with funding …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at “Legal Environment Assessment for HIV and AIDS in Uganda” Report Launch May 27, 2022 | Serena Hotel, Kampala, Uganda | (As prepared for delivery) It is an honor to be joined today by senior representatives from the Government of Uganda, and leaders of the international and national …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at 2022 Candlelight Memorial Commemoration May 15, 2022 | Teso, Uganda | (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon to all. I am honored to be here to commemorate the 2022 annual Candlelight Memorial event here in Teso. For decades, people have gathered each year on this day to …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at USAID Systems Strengthening and Public Accountability Activity Launch May 5, 2022 | Sheraton Hotel, Kampala | (As prepared for delivery) It is a pleasure to be here to launch USAID’s [U.S. Agency for International Development] Strengthening Systems and Public Accountability project. Looking around the room and knowing that each of …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at “Uganda Country Refugee Response Plan 2022-2025” Report Launch May 4, 2022 | Sheraton Hotel, Kampala (As prepared for delivery) I appreciate the invitation to be here with you today to participate in the launch of the Uganda Country Refugee Response Plan. This forum brings together a consortium of decision …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at World Malaria Day Commemoration April 24, 2022 | Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, Wakiso District, Uganda | (as prepared for delivery) I’m deeply honored to join you this morning and represent the United States government at this year’s World Malaria Day national commemoration. World Malaria Day provides a …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at N*Gen Earth Day Event April 21, 2022 | Uganda Wildlife Education Center, Entebbe, Uganda (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon to all and thank you for being with us today to celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day 2022’s theme is “Invest in our planet,” and we have come …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Graduation Ceremony of the First Cohort of Field Epidemiology Training Program Intermediate Fellows March 31, 2022 | Mansion Hotel, Jinja, Uganda | (as prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am deeply honored to join you today on this special occasion to witness the graduation of the first ever cohort …
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Ambassador Natalie E. Brown’s Keynote Address For the International Community of Women Living with HIV Eastern Africa (ICWEA) – FIERCE Campaign Award Ceremony March 9, 2022 | Sheraton Hotel, Kampala (As prepared for delivery) Good evening; I am honored to be here tonight surrounded by so many exceptional women to celebrate remarkable women who have …
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Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala (As prepared for delivery) Good afternoon! I am deeply honored to join you today on this special occasion to witness the graduation of the sixth cohort of the Public Health Fellowship Program. This program is supported by the U.S. government through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, and …
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Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown on Launch of the 2021 Report to the Ugandan People (as prepared for delivery at the American Center, Kampala) U.S. Embassy Kampala Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to be with you today for the launch of the U.S. Mission in Uganda’s 5th annual Report to the Ugandan People. …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala | December 4, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at Reach Out Mbuya’s Banda offices, Nakawa Division, Kampala) Good afternoon! I am delighted to join you today for this very special occasion – celebrating 20 years of existence of Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative, or ROM as we commonly call it. Congratulations …
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Remarks for Ambassador Natalie E. Brown | Camp Kennedy Summit American Center. Saturday, December 4, 2021, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Good morning! Government Representatives [TBC], parents, teachers, and facilitators, and most importantly, Camp Kennedy students in the room and joining virtually, I am delighted to be with you all today. I’d like to begin …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala | December 3, 2021 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence (GBV) Campaign: Bwaise GBV Shelter Stakeholder Dialogue (As prepared for delivery) Good morning! I am so pleased and honored to be here with you today to commemorate 16 Days of Activism Against …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | December 1, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at Kololo National Ceremonial Grounds, Kampala, Uganda) Good morning/afternoon to all. I am honored to join you and to represent the United States at this annual World AIDS Day event. The first-ever World AIDS Day was celebrated in 1988, which was 33 years ago! …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala | November 26, 2021 | (As prepared for delivery at Serena Hotel, Kampala) Good afternoon to you all. I am so honored to be with you today for the Y+ Beauty Pageant Grand Finale. This event is particularly special to me because just about one year ago, my first public engagement in Uganda …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala | November 19, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at Kaazi Scout National Camping Ground, Kampala, Uganda) Good afternoon to all. It is a privilege to be here with you all today to recognize International Men’s Day. I commend you for your focus on the critical issue of improving gender relations and promoting …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala | November 14, 2021, 2021 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Zoohackathon 2021 Uganda (as prepared for delivery at Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre, Entebbe, Uganda) Good afternoon, everyone! It’s a pleasure to be here with you at the close of the third annual Zoohackathon competition here in Uganda. Let’s start by offering a sincere thank you …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | September 20, 2021 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown Marking Arrival of United States Donation of 1.6 Million Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Doses for Uganda (as prepared for delivery at Entebbe International Airport, Uganda) On behalf of the American people, I am proud to deliver 1,674,270 doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala September 6, 2021 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown Marking Arrival of United States Donation of 647,080 COVID-19 Vaccines for Uganda (as prepared for delivery at Entebbe International Airport, Uganda) On behalf of the American people, President Biden, our many supporting U.S. agencies, and the U.S. Mission to Uganda, I am …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala July 29, 2021 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown at Convention on the International Trade of Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna (CITES) e-Permitting Launch (as prepared for delivery at Protea Hotel, Kampala) On behalf of the United States Mission in Uganda, I am pleased to participate in today’s launch of …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | May 27, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at Office of the President, Uganda) Honorable Minister of the Presidency, Hon. Esther Mbayo Honorable Members of Parliament present Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission – Dr. Nelson Musoba Managing Director, Uganda National Social Security Fund, Mr. Richard Patrick Byarugaba Ambassador of European Union to …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown on Investing in East African Youth at Rotaract District Luncheon U.S. Embassy Kampala | April 23, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at Speke Munyonyo Resort and Conference Center, Kampala) Rotary International President’s Personal Representative District Governor, District 9211 District Rotaract Representative, District 9211 Distinguished Rotary Leaders and Partners …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | April 19, 2021 (as prepared for delivery at The American Center, Ggaba Road, Kampala) Kampala, Uganda — Good afternoon everyone. It’s an honor to join you for this launch of the YALI [Young African Leaders Initiative] 2019 Alumni Green Refugee Communities project for environmental conservation. This Thursday, April 22, is Earth …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | April 14, 2021 (as prepared for delivery Serena Hotel, Kampala) ● Representatives of Civil Society from across Uganda; ● Representatives from the East-West Management Institute; ● Friends, ● All protocols observed. Good morning. On behalf of the United States government, I am delighted to launch USAID’s Civil Society Strengthening Activity in …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | April 1, 2021 (as prepared for delivery Hilton Garden Hotel, Kampala) Kampala, Uganda — I am deeply honored to participate in this important event to underscore the vital role that a free press plays in democracy. Journalists shine a light on not only the many challenges and cruelties that are all too …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Kampala | March 5, 2021 Kampala, Uganda (as prepared for delivery Entebbe International Airport, Uganda) Entebbe, UGANDA — On behalf of the United States, I am honored to join Minister Aceng and other officials from the Government of Uganda, as well as my colleagues from the WHO, European Union, the United Kingdom and …
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Thank you, Dr. Maggie Kigozi, for the warm introduction. And thank you to the Uganda Diaspora Network for organizing today’s virtual event. I am delighted to join you and to have the opportunity to talk about how we can increase trade and business ties between the United States and Uganda. While this past year has introduced challenges …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala December 1, 2020 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Natalie E. Brown World AIDS Day Commemoration Office of the President – Conference Hall, Kampala, Uganda (Remarks AS PREPARED FOR DELIVERY) His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda Honorable Minister of the Presidency Honorable Minister of Health Honorable Members of Parliament Ambassadors/Heads of …
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U.S. Embassy Kampala October 17, 2020 | Office of the President – Conference Hall, Kampala Remarks by U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Christopher Krafft Senior Government Officials Chairman of the Uganda AIDS Commission Colleagues from the UN and other Health and HIV Development Partners The family of Philly Lutaaya Civil society representatives Ladies and Gentlemen …
Read More» An op-ed by Ambassador Deborah Malac | December 10, 2019 Today is Human Rights Day and the final day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. It’s a day to remind us that everyone must play a vital role in championing human rights and protecting those in need. Children are the most …
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Wednesday, July 3, 2019, 6:30 pm Right Honorable Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda; Honorable Members of Parliament; Representatives and officials of the Government of Uganda; Distinguished guests, colleagues, and friends; All protocols observed. Good evening, and thank you so much for being here to help us celebrate the 243rd anniversary …
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Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Colette Marcellin Launch of the 2019-2020 Uganda Refugee Response Plan Tuesday, May 28, 2019, 9:30 AM Office of the Prime Minister Office Building, Kampala Ministers UN Resident Coordinator Rosa Malango Ladies and Gentlemen, All protocols observed. Good morning everyone. It is an honor to be here with all of …
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Remarks for Ambassador Deborah Malac World Press Freedom Day National Dialogue Golf Course Hotel, Kampala Friday, May 3, 2019 As Prepared for Delivery Chairperson, Uganda Human Rights Commission; Representatives of civil society; Representatives of the Electoral Commission of Uganda; Representatives of the Government of Uganda; The Media fraternity, colleagues, and friends; Good morning. It is …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac Environmental Management for the Oil Sector Activity Closeout Good morning! I am delighted to be here today to recognize the achievements of the partners of USAID’s Environmental Management for the Oil Sector Activity. These partners have dedicated themselves to ensuring that Uganda is prepared to manage and mitigate …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac Seventh Annual National Youth Festival Saturday, August 19, 2017 Good afternoon everyone! I am absolutely delighted to be with you at the Seventh Annual National Youth Festival. Your participation today demonstrates the positive role young people play in Uganda as leaders, innovators, educators, and citizens who care deeply …
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On Saturday, August 19, Ambassador Malac attended the Seventh Annual National Youth Festival at Makerere University. Uganda’s population is one of the youngest in the world. Approximately 80 percent of the population is under the age of 35, and of those, 50 percent is under the age of 15. In her remarks , Ambassador Malac said, …
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission to Uganda, Colette Marcellin Peace Corps Swearing-In Ceremony for Heath and Agribusiness Trainees Thursday, August 10, 2017 PROTOCOL LIST It is my pleasure to welcome everyone to this very happy occasion: the swearing-in of Peace Corps Volunteers. We’re honored to have our Chief Guest, Dr. Jane Aceng, the …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Uganda Deborah R. Malac United States Independence Day Celebration U.S. Embassy, Kampala Right Honorable Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda; Honorable Minister of State for International Affairs Okello Oryem; Honorable Members of Parliament; Representatives and officials of the Government of Uganda; Distinguished guests, colleagues, and friends… …
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I am pleased to join you all today as we mark this year’s World Press Freedom Day. This is a great opportunity to re-dedicate ourselves to protecting the rights and freedoms of journalists here in Uganda and around the world – and to ensure all citizens enjoy the right to express their ideas and …
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Remarks by Ambassador Deborah R. Malac Celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program Makerere University October 21, 2016 The Makerere University Chancellor, Dr. Ezra Suruma Honorable Vice Chancellor John Ddumba Sentamu Representatives and officials of the Government of Uganda Distinguished professors, Alumni, guests, and friends… All protocols observed. Thank you all very much …
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Chargé Colette Marcellin Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Sheraton Hotel, Kampala, Uganda 9:00 am Good morning, and thank you for that introduction. If you’ll permit me to employ a very useful phrase I have heard here, “All protocols observed.” It is truly an honor for me to be here with you today for the launch of …
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Good afternoon everyone! I am absolutely delighted to be with you today to help kick off Uganda’s 6th annual National Youth Festival. It’s always exciting for me to take part in events like these and see first-hand the talents, ambitions, and innovations of Uganda’s youth. Your participation in this weekend’s activities demonstrate how young people …
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Ambassador’s Remarks for Independence Day Celebration U.S. Embassy, Kampala July 12, 2016 • Honorable Minister of State for International Affairs Henry Oryem Okello;; • Honorable Members of Parliament; • Representatives and officials of the Government of Uganda; • Distinguished guests, colleagues, and friends… • All protocols observed. Thank you all very much for joining us …
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As prepared for delivery Speech for Her Excellency U.S. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac for The Official Launch of the Inaugural Leveraging Excellence in Agricultural Development Program Monday, June 20, 2016 Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort Your Excellency President, Yoweri Museveni, Rt. Honorable Prime Minister, Ruhakana Rugunda, Chairman, National Planning Authority, Dr. Kisamba Mugerwa, Coordinator, Operation Wealth Creation, …
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Day of the African Child U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac June 16, 2016 The United States is proud to celebrate the Day of the African Child with our partners in Uganda and across Africa. Today, we commemorate the day in 1976 when thousands of school children in Soweto, South Africa, took to the streets to protest …
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As prepared for delivery Remarks for East African Healthcare Federation Conference U.S. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac Monday, June 6, 2016, 8:45 AM Sheraton Hotel, Kampala Hon. Minister of Health, Elioda Tumwesigye, Honorable Ministers from Rwanda and Tanzania, Government representatives from Kenya, Uganda Government representatives, Non-governmental Organizations and Faith-based Organizations present, Members of the Private Sector …
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Remarks for Deputy Chief of Mission Patricia Mahoney World Press Freedom Day 2016 African Centre for Media Excellence 3 May 2016, Golf Course Hotel, Kampala Good morning. I am honored to be here today to mark World Press Freedom Day. Ambassador Malac couldn’t be here because she is visiting some of our programs in …
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As prepared for delivery Monday, April 25, 2016 Serena Hotel, Kampala, Uganda Good afternoon everyone! It’s my great pleasure to be here today with you all to discuss women and leadership – a topic that I’m sure many of you consider on a daily basis. Before we start, I would like to thank Rita Aciro …
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Remarks for Generation Agripreneur Expo and Summit Ambassador Deborah Malac Thursday, April 21, 2016 Uganda Manufacturers Association Show Grounds, Kampala, Uganda Thank you Captain Abhay Agarwal , for your introduction. Under your leadership, the American Chamber of Commerce does an excellent job promoting U.S. business interests here in Uganda. I appreciate your leadership, energy, and …
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Remarks for Ambassador Malac Post-Election Symposium on Youth, Democracy and Governance Wednesday, April 6, 2016 Hotel Africana, Kampala, 2:30pm Good afternoon. I am honored and pleased to be here and to join the other guests today for this discussion on youth, democracy and governance. These are crucial issues that matter, not just to me or …
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World Health Day Op-ed By U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac April 7, 2016 Every April 7, the world comes together to commemorate World Health Day, a global campaign to improve and promote awareness on key health issues. This year, we can celebrate the fact that Uganda is making great strides towards achieving the United Nations’ sustainable …
Read More» Ambassador Samantha Power U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City March 21, 2016 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Foreign Minister Chikoti, for being here today and for hosting this timely debate on an incredibly important set of issues. Let me also thank the Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Commissioner …
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USAID Deputy Mission Director Mark Meassick Acholi Inn Gulu, Uganda Representatives of the Government of Uganda Representatives of the United States Government Civil Society Representatives Distinguished Guests; Ladies and Gentlemen; All Protocols Observed. Welcome to the first Regional Forum on the State of the Ugandan Child here in the beautiful Gulu! If you are like …
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Chargé d ’Affairs Patricia Mahoney Thursday, December 3, 2015, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Hotel Africana, Kampala, Uganda Good afternoon. I am delighted to be here today for the launch of the Uganda Muslim Women Civilization Initiative. First, I would like to thank the organizer of this event, Shamirah Namutebi, the Executive Director of UMWCI. I would …
Read More» Chargé Trish Mahoney November 21, 2015, 7:00 p.m. U.S. Embassy, Kampala, Uganda Good evening! I am honored to welcome you to the embassy tonight and I am thrilled to host all of you for the second Skilled Expressive Entrepreneurial Design show, also known as the SEED show, to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week. While tonight is …
Read More» Muli mutya? Mugyebale ko? Thank you for your kind introduction and all of you for having me today. This is my first time in Uganda but not my first time hearing of Makerere. Makerere Oyee, Makerere Oyee, Makerere RAH! Great. OK, now who is taking me on a ride in the electric car afterwards? More …
Read More» Wednesday, October 28th 2015 8:30 AM | Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala Watch Behind Every Number There Is a Story Remarks for the National Conference on the State of the Ugandan Child by USAID Mission Director Leslie Reed Representatives of the Government of Uganda Representatives of the United States Government Civil Society Representatives Distinguished Guests; Ladies and Gentlemen; All Protocols Observed. Welcome to …
Read More» Op-Eds The United States is proud to celebrate the International Day of the Girl with our partners in Uganda and around the world. October 11 is a day to recognize girls’ rights and build a global commitment to end gender stereotypes, discrimination, violence, and economic disparities that disproportionately affect girls. I have lived in …
Read More» Remarks for Peace Corps Education Volunteer Swearing-In Ceremony (August 13, 2015) Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi August 13, 2015 Chief of Mission Residence, Kampala, Uganda Good afternoon. I’m delighted to welcome all of you here today as we swear in a new group of 56 Peace Corps Education Volunteers. Let me begin by recognizing the Honorable …
Read More» Chargé d’Affaires Patricia Mahoney Wednesday, August 6, 2:00pm – 4:30 p.m. Chief of Mission Residence, Kampala, Uganda Good afternoon. I am delighted to welcome you all for the swearing-in of new Peace Corps Volunteers. Today we welcome 51 Volunteers, 38 of whom who will serve for two years in Uganda’s health and agriculture sectors and …
Read More» Remarks for National Technical Review Chargé d’Affaires Patricia Mahoney Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 9:00 a.m. Imperial Royal Hotel, Kampala, Uganda Honorable Minister of Health; Ministry leadership; Leadership of the Uganda AIDS Commission; Representatives of Makerere University; District Health Officers; Our friends from the World Health Organization and UNAIDS; Chiefs of Party from our Implementing Partners; …
Read More» Chargé d’ Affaires Patricia Mahoney Monday, March 16, 2015, 10:40 a.m. Entebbe Airport, Uganda Chief of Defense Forces, General Katumba Wamala; Representatives of the Government of Uganda; Officers of the UPDF; All protocols observed. Good morning! It is a great pleasure to be here today for the handover of two Cessna aircraft that will have …
Read More» Deputy Chief of Mission Patricia Mahoney Friday, March 13, 2015 Jinja, Uganda It is a pleasure to be with you today and see the great work you are doing with Maliza Ugaidi 2015 and how the militaries from all our partner nations are working together to make the continent of Africa safer and more secure. Some …
Read More» As prepared for delivery – Ambassador’s Remarks – Silver Springs Hotel, Kampala Representatives of Makerere University, The College of Health Sciences, and The School of Public Health; Officials of the Government of Uganda; The Fellows whom we celebrate here today; Invited Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen; All Protocols Observed. Good afternoon. I am delighted to …
Read More» Deputy Chief of Mission Patricia Mahoney December 1, 2014 Fort Portal, Uganda I am honored to be with you to commemorate World AIDS Day. It is a day to remember those whom we have lost, celebrate the lives we have saved, and recommit ourselves to the continued fight against HIV. Achieving an AIDS-free generation is …
Read More» Good afternoon, and thank you for the opportunity to speak to you about the future of tourism in Uganda. I would like to welcome you all, but in particular, I am happy to recognize my American countrymen who have traveled here to the “Pearl of Africa.” I hope that this will be a rewarding and …
Read More» Thursday, July 10, 2014 U.S. Chief of Mission Residence, Kampala, Uganda Asalam Alaikum! Good evening. Ramadan Kareem! I am honored to have all of you join us tonight for this Iftaar. Please keep eating; I don’t want to disturb you. I just want to welcome you all to the Ambassador’s house. I know he wishes …
Read More» REMARKS (As prepared for delivery) Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs , Evan Ryan: YALI Alumni Grant Signing Kampala, Uganda February 3, 2014 Good morning. It is an honor to be here today with all of you to show the United States’ steadfast support for Uganda youth and the economic future of …
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