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KAMPALA, Uganda – In just one month after lockdown (March 30, 2020 to April 28, 2020), an estimated 3,280 cases of gender-based violence (GBV) were reported across the country. By the end of May, 5538 cases had been reported to the Police, Sauti toll-free line and gender ministry database. The lockdown imposed to stem the spread of COVID-19 will stand out as having exposed the deep-rooted gender inequality concealed in society. A huge population of about 3,000 girls, equivalent to about two universities of girls have been molested, forcefully married... Read More

KAMPALA, Uganda – Domestic violence, which may also be referred to as domestic abuse or family violence, is a growing vice in many communities. Globally, domestic violence is a challenge among the married couples more so in developing countries, Uganda inclusive. Domestic violence became a growing concern especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Global lockdowns resulted in a horrifying surge in gender-based violence (GBV). This surge in domestic violence also had a direct impact on women victims as noted by the United Nations Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR).... Read More

KAMPALA, Uganda – With the onslaught of the Coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent lockdown, many people living with HIV/AIDS have experienced bottlenecks with regards to accessing HIV services and Anti-Retroviral Drugs (ARVs). According to the United Nations, in Sub-Saharan Africa where two thirds of the 38 million people living with HIV are based, many are faced with the same precarious situation. A report by the United Nations states that as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, a 6-month interruption of supply of antiretroviral therapy (ART) drugs across 50% of the... Read More

KAMPALA, Uganda – Governments relentlessly adopted almost universally similar measures to limit the spread of the Coronavirus. While health and social systems struggled to cope with rising caseloads, supply chain bottlenecks, movement restrictions and economic setbacks have been inevitable. According to the findings from a study conducted by United Nations in 49 countries Uganda inclusive, in 5 regions, there was an increase of vulnerability and risk factors of violence for women and girls during the COVID-19 pandemic. Uganda network on law, ethics and HIV/Aids, UGANET, together with its partners due... Read More