The Human Rights Centre Uganda Blog

    THE WEEK OF 18 TH TO 24 TH MARCH 2024 Dear reader, Happy new week! Welcome to this week’s edition of the weekly updates on the working environment of HRDs and emerging issues from last week. Let us continue to remember that the work of human rights defenders is essential for promoting justice, equality, and dignity for all. By taking proactive steps to protect themselves and each other, defenders can continue their vital work in defending human rights around the world thereby making it a better place for all. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: ENVIRONMENTALISTS CALL FOR UNIFIED EAC CLIMATE ACTION TO AVERT HEATWAVE Environmental activists are calling for the enactment of a law to harmonize climate action efforts across the region. The call comes as the East African Community countries continue to grapple with a fierce heatwave that has not only affected agricultural activities but also caused school closure in South Sudan where temperatures range between 35-45 degree

  THE WEEK OF 4 TH TO 10 TH MARCH 2024 Dear reader, welcome to this new week where we expect to continue promoting and striving for the protection and realization of human rights and fundamental freedom for all. Welcome back from the celebrations to mark this year’s International Women’s Day which were held under the theme ‘ Accelerating Equality through Women Economic Empowerment” shortened as “Invest in Women; Accelerate Progress.’ The national celebrations in Uganda took place in Katakwi and it was the first time the district was hosting the celebrations since its creation 27 years ago. The Chief Guest was His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/news/in-pictures-womens-day-celebrations-in-katakw-NV_183037 Follow the link below to read HRCU’s press statement for International Women’ s Day: https://hrcug.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IWD-Press-Statement.pdf FIGHTING INJUSTICE: INJUSTICES AGAINST WOMEN ARE MAN-MADE, SAYS WINNIE B