By Joshua Mirondo. Gender-based violence (GBV) is a critical problem in Uganda, with alarming statistics. The National Survey on Violence in Uganda revealed that a staggering 95% of Ugandan women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence. In addition to the physical and emotional toll, GBV also has other devastating consequences. For instance, in 2021, Uganda’s
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By Joshua Mirondo, youth writer for Transition Earth. [Editor’s note: Uganda has a rapidly growing population and people there – like all over the world – need to have services that support health and well-being. We believe it’s important to share the view of youth in particular, who have to deal with the many issues
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By Joshua Mirondo, youth writer for Transition Earth. If COVID-19 were a baby we would be preparing for her first birthday in Uganda, as the first case was registered on 20th March 2020. But a situation that led to a standstill of essential services deserves no celebration, but rather a moment to sit down and
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