Please tune in tonight and listen to the Talk Show ahead of Workers' Compensation Conference tomorrow at Fairway Hotel, Kampala.

Ugandan exhibitors, supported by @Mglsd_UG through UWEP, are showcasing women-led businesses, innovation & resilience. We’re proud to champion women’s economic empowerment in the region! #UWEP

Deploy API networks ⚡️ Designs for real-time visibility in @unkeydev With @chronark_ @hezarfendd @james_r_perkins

Running from Nov 7–16, this year’s fair is themed “25 Years of EAC Integration: Advancing Innovation & Regional Value Chains for Competitive MSMEs Towards Sustainable Development.” A decade-long journey of growth and opportunity!

The 25th #EACMSMEsTradeFair is officially OPEN at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi! President @WilliamsRuto inaugurated the 10-day event celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship & regional integration.

@nbstv There'll be a keynote address by Registrar, High Court Civil Division, a panel discussion featuring experts from @Mglsd_UG, @The_UIA, National Organization of Trade Unions (NOTU), Uganda Medical Association, and live audience engagement through social media questions & comments

The Ministry reaffirms its commitment to creating more inclusive opportunities for Uganda’s youth to access skills, capital and decent work. #YouthEmpowerment #MGLSD #NamutumbaYouthConvention #DecentWork #YouthDevelopment #CreativeIndustry

National Apprenticeship and Graduate Volunteer (NAGV) Programme, Parish Development Model (PDM), Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project, and Support to the Culture and Creative Industry, among others.

efforts aimed at empowering the youth. The engagement highlights key national programmes that promote youth employment, skills development and enterprise growth — including the Joint UWEP/YLP Programme, SENTE/Jua Kali Programme,

Organized by the Youth Initiative for Empowerment and Local Development (YIELD-Namutumba), the Convention has brought together young people, youth leaders, and representatives from Central and Local Government to raise awareness on ongoing Government

📍 Namutumba Youth Convention 2025 Today, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), Mr. Aggrey David Kibenge, is in Namutumba District presiding over the Namutumba Youth Convention at Kaiti Primary School Playground. @GCICUganda

The conference will be conducted both physically and digitally. Only 40 participants will be hosted for a half-day engagement at Fairway Hotel, Kampala. The conference will also be broadcast live on @nbstv.

Despite its existence, the Act has faced numerous implementation challenges, including inconsistent assessment procedures and delays in compensation.

This law was enacted to provide compensation for workers who suffer injuries or contract scheduled diseases in the course of their employment.

@Mglsd_UG, in partnership with @EnabelinUganda, is organizing a national Hybrid Conference to enhance awareness of the assessment and computation of workers’ compensation, to promote better enforcement and administration of the Workers Compensation Act (Cap. 233) @GCICUganda

📞 Report any suspicious behavior or grooming to Sauti 116 it’s toll-free. @Mglsd_UG @GovUganda @chsomalia @ChildlineSA #StopOnlineAbuse #OnlineSafetyUG #NoOCSEA #Sauti116

The Cash for Work Programme in refugee-hosting districts was officially launched at the #NSPD2025. #SocialProtectionUg

Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. @Thomas_Tayebwa urged increased investment in Social Protection as a key driver of national resilience & inclusive growth, emphasizing that protecting vulnerable Ugandans is a shared responsibility between the Gov't & Communities. #NSPD2025

He announced the launch of the Cash for Work Programme to provide income support through Labour-Intensive Public Works. Mr. Kibenge reaffirmed Govt’s commitment to Social Protection as a national priority & human right, calling for stronger partnerships. #SocialProtectionUg

At the #NSPD2025, PS @Mglsd_UG Mr. @AggreyKibenge applauded partners, including @UNICEFUganda & @WFP for supporting Uganda’s Social Protection systems. He highlighted milestones like the SAGE & Empowering Adolescent Mothers programs, and benchmarking on disability inclusion.

“As we discuss Social Protection, particularly the SAGE program, I believe we need to look beyond simply distributing money. Social Protection should aim to transform households, empower families, and create a real multiplier effect in the economy." - Hon. Hellen Asamo