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Blessed me, who can start her day in this company.🙂🙂 Thank you,
@qataharraymond
,
@HaggaiMatsiko
,
@SolomonSerwanjj
& one and only
@AAgather
for your incredible professional dedication! 🙏🙏 At
@KasUganda
, we are proud to work with you!
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As this
#ChristmasDay2020
finds
@nickopiyo
behind the walls of prison, we would like to share memorable impressions of him from our archives via this thread.
#FreeNicholasOpiyo
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We condemn the arrest of
@nickopiyo
, our friend and comrade in the struggle for human rights and social justice. His immediate release and later trial (if he is a suspect for any crime) is the least that is to be expected.
#FreeNicholasOpiyo
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We are flagging off 12 young journalists from Uganda and South Sudan for a one-week long learning trip to Berlin. Among other things, the journalists will visit media houses, meet media professionals, NGOs and other public and private sector players in Germany's media industry.
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📢 Exciting news! Are you a young person passionate about Human Rights and advocating for political freedoms in Uganda? Join the
#Y4P
#HROurconcern
! Fellowship to make a real impact. The fellowship is part of the ''Human Rights-Our Concern'' Project Co-funded by
@EUinUG
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#NEW
:📝Open call to aspiring change-makers and future leaders in Uganda!
🎓 Unlock your potential with the KAS Scholarship Programme 2023. Apply now for a chance to pursue your Master's Studies! Deadline, August 30th. ⏳
Check Eligibility criteria >>
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A working breakfast meeting with a friend and a partner
#aiij
. Thank you,
@SolomonSerwanjj
, for giving space to most pressing issues in the society!
#aiij
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While speaking to a delegation of MPs from Germany during an exchange on building strategic alliances between Uganda and Germany
@qataharraymond
made some key observations; 🧵1/10
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📢 Exciting news! We're launching the
#Y4P
#KAS4Innovation
Fellowship to nurture young policymakers ready to transform Uganda’s startup ecosystem.
Are you passionate about 🇺🇬's innovation policy? Apply now to make a real impact!
Check eligibility:
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We congratulate our partner
@MpindiAbaas
the CEO of
@IMChallengeug
upon being selected among the 2024 winners of
@ElevatePrize
for Inspiring the next generation of journalists in Africa on their mission to change the world.
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We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Cohort of our Youth4Policy in Migration Fellowship. In the coming months, the 16 fellows will research and publish emigration-related policy papers.
#KAS4Security
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🙌🏼 Let us acknowledge the remarkable mentors and experts who guided & inspired our fellows throughout their journey. Their commitment to nurturing the next generation of policy thinkers has played a pivotal role in this achiev’t.
Thank you
@SpireJim
@AgnesIgoye
@verenakasirye
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📢We're delighted to announce the 5th edition of the Kampala Geopolitics Conference!
This afternoon, the
@FrenchEmbassyUg
hosted the
#KGC2022
partners for the official MoU signing ceremony. KAS is delighted to partner with
@Makerere
,
@FrenchEmbassyUg
,
@UN_Women
&
@AFKampala
.
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We’ve been working on something. Stay tuned!
#kas4security
#kas4democracy
@AfricanIIJ
@SolomonSerwanjj
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⌛️At 4:30 PM tomorrow,
@KasUganda
will be hosting governance experts to another edition of its
#DemocracyTalks
series.
What are the new approaches to democracy in Uganda? Who shapes its workings?
Join us via
#KAS4Democracy
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🔗Congratulations to the outstanding 26 Fellows who have been selected for the Media Challenge Fellowship 2024 Cohort! 🌍
📚Your role as the next generation of journalists and change agents is vital. Wishing you an immersive experience ahead!
#KAS4Democracy
#MCIFellows
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We would like to extend our hearty gratitude to
@Thomas_Tayebwa
, the Deputy Speaker of the
@Parliament_Ug
for hosting a delegation of MPs from the
@Bundestag
. This adds momentum toward strengthening strategic alliances between Uganda and Germany in trade, investment, & diplomacy.
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Congrats to
@RitaAciro
for winning the
#EU
Human Rights Defenders Award. Your dedication for women's rights advocacy + promotion democracy is outstanding!
👏Thanks to
@EUinUG
&
@GermanyDiplo
for organizing & championing this initiative.
#EUHRDAward2021
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🎓Congratulations to our outstanding
#Youth4Policy
fellows on their graduation!
Today, we celebrate their dedication to understanding and writing policy papers on migration in Uganda.
Download a copy here⬇️
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Special Announcement!
@Nanjala1
, author of Digital Democracy, Anologue Politics will be the keynote speaker at the 2019
#UgandaSocialMedia
Conference. The book is perhaps one of the finest on the role of technology in influencing politics, not just in Kenya but globally.
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On June 25 2019, all roads will lead to the the 2019
#UgandaSocialMedia
conference! Send us a DM if you would like to be apart of the gathering. Come let's reflect on the role of social media and the prospects for
#digitaldemocracy
in Africa.
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🏉
#Uganda
Rugby royalty is in our midst! We had the pleasure of hosting our KAS Fellows: Marvin Odong - Coach,
@piratesrugbyUG
,
@ivan_magomu
-🇺🇬 National Team Captain,
@RugbyCranes
& the Team Manager, Michael Wandera.
We're proud of 🇺🇬's success at the
#RugbyAfricaCup2024
!
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We must fight the high level of political apathy among the youth in Uganda. When you have a significant portion of our strong, energetic, and intelligent youth disinterested in participating in political processes, progress almost becomes impossible -
@PheonaWall
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👏We extend our appreciation to
@AfricanIIJ
,
@nbstv
and all stakeholders for making the launch of the Digital Voter Manipulation Report, a success!
#UGDecides2021
#KAS4Democracy
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📢 We're thrilled to announce the 2024
#Y4P
Innovation Fellows!
These young policymakers are ready to tackle the challenges of Uganda’s nascent Innovation sector with fresh perspectives & strategic solutions. Excited for their journey ahead!
#KAS4Innovation
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How does accountability shape service delivery in Greater Northern Uganda? Happening now at
#Gulu
Boma Hotel, the region's leaders in dialogue and engaging at the Strengthening Performance and Accountability Through Community Engagement (SPACE) Accountability Conference.
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Congratulations to the
#LAP
Fellowship cohort - 2023 on their graduation! 🎓
It's been a year-long journey of immersive learnings on leadership, political advocacy and social empowerment! We're immensely proud of you all as you step into new roles in society.
#KAS4Democracy
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Our journalists in action on top of the German Parliament, the Bundestag, place of historical significance and heart of the German democracy.
#berlinmediatrip
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🎉 Exciting News!🌍We're thrilled to unveil the exceptional fellows of the YELP Class - 2023!🚀
🌐 This group of 10 outstanding individuals forms a vibrant tapestry of expertise spanning entrepreneurship, law, innovation, banking, and climate advocacy. Welcome aboard! 🏛️👏
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🌍Exciting news! Registration is officially open for the Annual Leaders Gathering 2023.
Join us virtually or in Kampala, Uganda from 17-18 Nov. Uniting minds, sparking ideas, and driving change to shape a resilient world together!🚀
#ALG2023
Sign up:
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We are incredibly excited to announce that
@cobbo3
, publisher and founder of the pan-Africa digital media start-up
@africapedia
, will take center stage as the
#keynotespeaker
on Friday, October 18 at the
#KampalaGeopolitics
conference!
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Some of Uganda's media legends weigh in on why they chose to work in Uganda's media houses.
@rkabushenga
wanted to be like his media idols.
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📸 Let’s Talk Migration Series on Brain Drain. Anisha Alinda, the Migration Programme Manager noted that dev’t is hampered with when the country’s best talents export their talents elsewhere yet the same country would benefit from the talent.
#KAS4Security
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📚 Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming Launch of our maiden publication with
@ForCfma
- 'Examining Uganda's Foreign Policy.'
The Official Launch will be hosted today
@KasUganda
Office as we dive deep into Uganda's role in global politics.🌍
📥Invite Only
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Anybody who knows the history of independent journalism and intellectual discourse in Uganda knows what it means when these great minds meet:
@cobbo3
and
@AndrewMwenda
at
#KampalaGeopolitics
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We are delighted to welcome our Country Director, Anna Reismann to Uganda. We are looking forward to an enthralling and impactful time in the coming years as we continue with our work of promoting dialogue, democracy, professional media and sustainable development in Uganda.
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📢
#NEW
: Join us for the Saxony-Uganda Innovation Exchange coming up on July 11th!
We'll discuss how digital cooperation can help leapfrog geography and build a borderless digital economy between 🇺🇬 x 🇩🇪
⏰ 4 - 6 PM (EAT)
📌
@Circular_DH
#KAS4Innovation
#DigitalEconomy
🌍🤝
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We are delighted to welcome
@mugishamuntu
to today's
#LetsTalkDemocracy
conversation focusing on the role of political parties and civil society organizations.
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The importance of Journalism in the society will matter today, tomorrow and in the future.
#mediaatthecrossroadsug
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It is an ecstatic moment
@mcimediahub
as
@annareismann1
the Country Representative of
@KasUganda
and
@MpindiAbaas
launch the long awaited MCI SDGs Media Van.
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Meet our 2020 Youth4Policy fellows!
Today:
@gad_arthur
He is a public interest lawyer at Centre for Public Interest Law, focusing on human rights, strategic litigation and social justice issues.
Find out more: and
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We are talking democracy with distinguished panelists -
#LetsTalkDemocracy
@SolomonSerwanjj
,
@nowaraga
,
@WinnieKiiza
,
@MpindiAbaas
.
#KAS4Democracy
#ShapingDemocracyTogether
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Are you a highly motivated young Ugandan Interested in
#migration
policy analysis and research? Here is an opportunity for you.
#Youth4Policy
#KAS4Security
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Is (Dis) Information killing democracy? Join
@triciatwasiima
,
@Kwezi_Tabaro
,
@maureenagena
,
@Y_Kiranda
@qataharraymond
as they debate this question at the
#UgandaSocialMedia
Conference. Registered yet? Send a quick email to info.kampala
@kas
.de
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"I commend the German government for the good bilateral relations and support they have offered to the Government and the people of Uganda through their investment, especially in the energy and agricultural sectors" -
@Thomas_Tayebwa
@StefanRouenhoff
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📢 We are delighted to announce the Social Media Convention 2023 coming up on March 23rd!
We've lined up an exciting agenda under the theme 'Social Media, AI & the future of Governance?'
⏰8AM - 7:15 PM (EAT)
🔗Register:
⏩
@mcimediahub
#KAS4Democracy
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Here’s why
@SilverKayondo
wants German investors to tap into the Uganda market?
#KAS4Innovation
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🚨 Exciting opportunity! The Julius Nyerere Leadership Centre is organizing a Peace & Security Training to enhance expertise in advocacy.
Open to student leaders from all universities! Apply by 30 August 2024. Don't miss out!
🔗Apply here:
#KAS4Security
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🎉 Join us in welcoming 16 exceptional emerging leaders who will be part of the prestigious Huduma Fellowship class, a joint initiative by
@LeoAfricaInst
and
@KASonline
.
These Fellows have demonstrated their dedication to transform Uganda's public sector.
#KAS4Democracy
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🔍 With a population boom on the horizon, Uganda’s shifting demographics has become a major point of debate.
📢 This Friday 11th,
@KasUganda
will officially launch the
#Reality
Check Series on Demography to explore the implications of rapid population growth in Uganda.📇
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Digital threats are now emerging on social media. Online trafficking and extremism are on the rise. How do we combat this?
Join the panel on trafficking which will delve into this issue. Visit to register online.
#UgandaSocialMedia
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When awarding the German Africa Prize to
@nickopiyo
in 2017, H.E. Steinmeier, President of Germany told him: “[Y]ou truly are a key figure in your country’s democratic dev't. For you inspire your fellow Ugandans with courage. And courage is the lifeblood of any democratic devt.
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"If there is no democracy outside Parliament, there cannot be democracy in Parliament. Parliament is a reflection of society." Hon. Tundu Lissu from Tanzania
#AfricanDemocracy
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📣Join us for the Annual Sarah Ntiro Memorial Lecture which will be hosted on August 31st in partnership with
@Makerere
.
We're honored to have Her Royal Highness, Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda, Queen of Buganda, as our Chief Guest. Her legacy in advancing education precedes her.
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He livened the conversations
He broke the traditional moderation practice
He brought new perspectives
Sometimes, asked really tough questions
Just to ensure that the
#KampalaGeopolitics
conference was awesome.
We thank you
@kasujja
.
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🤝A heartfelt thank you to Dr.
@OpiyoOloya
& for gracing us with an enlightening conversation on leadership and governance. 🌍
Your insights on positioning emerging leaders for transformational leadership were truly inspiring. 🔑
#KAS4Democracy
#HudumaFellows
#YELP
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🎓 To our fellows, we celebrate your perseverance in the face of challenges, and your passion for effecting meaningful change.
We are confident that your impact will be far-reaching.
#KAS4Security
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#APPLY
: We're thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the Huduma Fellowship, 2023 Cohort.
Do you have an interest in shaping 🇺🇬's public sector governance and leadership? Check for eligibility criteria below.
⌛️Deadline: 24th March
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Another terrific group of panellist will discuss traditional aid models and the way forward in development cooperation at
#KampalaGeopolitics
w/
@qataharraymond
,
@AndrewMwenda
,
@KAS_LawAfrica
Ingo Badoreck,
@UNHCRuganda
@JBoutroue
,
@reachahand
@HumNabimanya
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The past week has been memorable and deeply immersive for us
@KasUganda
.🌍
We bring you key highlights from the Regional Peace Summer School convened under the auspices of
@4youthdialogue
at the Imperial Botanical hotel in Entebbe.
#KAS4Democracy
#SDGs16
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📌We have an exciting
#job
opportunity available for the role of a Senior Finance and Administration professional.
Interested? Apply Now!
How? ⬇️
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Last weekend,
@KasUganda
&
@unifogUg
convened the 1st Fellowship Seminar for our incredible Cohort of 25
#LAP
Fellows drawn from 11 Universities.
This immersive learning experience fostered open exchange of ideas on our shared future + shaping governance.
#KAS4Democracy
.
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“Today, I want to engage in a critical conversation about human rights. I wholeheartedly believe in open and honest discussions, where everyone's voice is heard. I am committed to seeking truth and protecting these fundamental rights. ”
@norbertmao
#HRCUg2023
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This year's
#MediaFellowshipUg
has kicked off. We are excited to have
@SolomonSerwanjj
speak to the fellows on the future of journalism
@IMChallengeug
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“We're still going through the pandemic and every African leader is faced with the same problem, but they're responding to it differently as every leader is faced with a leadership test.” —
@OpolotAkwang
#KampalaGeopolitics
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The 3rd Edition of the
#KAS4Innovation
Fireplace has kicked off!
We're thankful to all the guests that have made it to this critical conversation. Startups/SMEs are a lifeline for Uganda's economy.
'What factors influence access + the cost to capital?' -
@annareismann1
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🔗It's a joyful moment of pride at
@kasuganda
! On Saturday 15th April,
#KAS
&
@unifogUg
hosted the graduation ceremony for our 2nd Cohort of
#LAP
Fellows at
@Makerere
.
25 emerging leaders drawn from 8 public universities have diligently wrapped up their 1 year leadership track
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As someone who has thought globally for a while, I’ve heard to take a back seat, listen more, learn more and be a student of the community. If we continue in this trajectory, not even the sky is the limit.
@OjokOkello_
@OkereCity
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Its been an insightful and interactive session. Thanks to the amazing panel and the moderator.
#UgandaSocialMedia
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Young people from all over the Africa are already doing incredible work. For example,
@MpindiAbaas
from Uganda through his organization, the
@IMChallengeug
is supporting young journalists to become professional media practitioners -
@BarackObama
. We are glad to support you Abaas
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A hearty moment between
@norbertmao
, the Minister for
@MoJCA_UG
, and
@PheonaWall
, the president of
@ug_lawsociety
at the
#LetsTalkDemocracy
event today at our office.
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Having value based politicians is one way to build the democratic society we all aspire to have -
@WinnieKiiza
#KAS4Democracy
#ShapingDemocracyTogether
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#COMING_UP
: The
#KAS4Innovation
Fireplace Series is back for a 3rd Edition!
We're featuring a panel of inspiring business leaders to discuss the barriers to accessing capital in Uganda.
Venue:
@DesignHubKla
,⏰:5 PM
Register to attend via info.kampala
@kas
.de or DM
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Throwback 2016
#UgandaSocialMedia
. We are a preparing for a more robust engagement this year. Register to attend. info.kampala
@kas
.de
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In partnership with the
@LeoAfricaInst
, we're delighted to announce the 2022 Cohort of the
#Huduma
Fellows!
Over the next 12 months, the passionate Fellows will undertake immersive learnings on enhancing public sector management, servant leadership + open governance.
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We recently launched the ''Human Rights-Our Concern'' Project. Co-funded by
@EUinUg
, the project will be implemented by a consortium of partners led by
@kasUganda
.
@Africanaiij
and
@Chapterfourug
are the other partners on the project.
#HRourconcern
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📢It's Day 2 of the
#Uganda
-EU Business Forum!
Join
@KasUganda
&
@giz_uganda
at 4 - 5 PM EAT for a virtual discussion on Connecting Uganda and Germany's Innovation Ecosystem.
🔗Zoom:
⏩Meeting ID: 831 9342 2267
🔑Passcode: UGEU2022
#KAS4Innovation
🇺🇬🇩🇪
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At moments like this, sharing insights that inform, highlight and constribute to a constructive discourse about a pandemic like
#COVID19
is crucial. If you have any ideas, read the details in this poster and get back to us ASAP.
#KeepSafeEveryone
#COVID19UG
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📢
#NEW
: We're counting down 24 hours to the Social Media Convention 2023 Edition!
Meet the 1st esteemed line-up of speakers who shall join us to discuss 'New Forms of Civic Engagement on Social Media.'
#SMC2023
#KAS4Democracy
⏰ 9:30 - 11 AM
🔑
@mcimediahub
📅 23rd March
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@nickopiyo
"The
#BerlinWall
may have fallen but there are many invisible walls in our
#society
; walls of exclusion, inequity, inequality & poverty. We must all be inspired by what happened in
#Berlin
28 years ago, to come together & peacefully break these invisible
#walls
."
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Let's talk
#democracy
this Wednesday, 2PM
@KasUganda
office with
@WinnieKiiza
,
@nowaraga
,
@MpindiAbaas
,
@SolomonSerwanjj
&
@annareismann1
.
#KAS4Democracy
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🎤The
#SDGs
Media Van is on site to showcase impact storytelling & engage with innovators at the
#UIW2023
! 🌍🚀
📹Join our partner
@IMChallengeug
live at the event venue
@InnovationHubUg
.
#KAS4Innovation
#UIW2023
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We need to ask questions like why are there
#Refugees
? How do we ensure as Ugandans, that we do not have more refugees? We must manage our country well, so that we have a stable region, resolve conflicts and embrace our roles in the global arena of politics.
@mugishamuntu
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Today's
#LetsTalkDemocracy
series is discussing how political parties and civil society organizations shape democracy and we are delighted to welcome Dr. Wilhelm Hofmeister as our keynote speaker.
#KAS4Democracy
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🤝🏿A big shout out to the team that worked behind the scenes to make
#UgandaSocialMedia
possible. Everyone can take a piece of what happened here today with them.
#Misinformation
can destroy relationships, can destroy countries.
#KAS4Democracy
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From the entire team
@KasUganda
, we wish you a merry Christmas 🎄 and a wonderful new year. 🌅
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Safina Virani: " The number of women who reported domestic violence has increased over the past two years. Most human rights defenders tend to leave out women in their agenda. The LGBTQ is also often neglected in the human rights discussion."
#KampalaGeopolitics
#KGC2022
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The
#UgandaSocialMedia
didn't die. The 2017 UGANDA SOCIAL MEDIA CONFERENCE is here. Save the date: 22/JUNE. Great panelists. Epic discussion
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From the 2016
#UgandaSocialMedia
Conference archive. Register to attend this year's edition by sending an email to info.kampala
@kas
.de.
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Meet our 2022 Youth for Policy (Y4P) Migration fellows and get some hints into the their research projects for the fellowship.
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The
@4youthdialogue
National Multi-Stakeholder Conference has commenced today at the
@RoyalSuitesKla
.
Over 2 days, 25 youth initiatives will reflect on key project learnings. The objective is to enhance advocacy and foster dialogue around youth challenges.
#KAS4Democracy
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Thank you,
@ug_lawsociety
, for your dedication to uphold the Rule of Law in Uganda! Thank you,
@PheonaWall
, for today‘s insights and the report!
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Tomorrow is Day 3 of
#KampalaGeopolitics
We will turn all our attention to the Geopolitics of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Our speakers :
@NamuliBlazevic
,
@PascalBoniface
,
@RKirunda
&
@SebWe_KAS
2:00pm - on
@nbstv
!
We look forward to the conversation.
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#Welcome2019
! Another year to continously engage various stakeholders with one mission: bettering governance to promote sustainable development in Uganda. To all our partners, friends and supporters, let's buckle up and ride-on!
#Happy2019
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#JobOpportunity
We are looking for a Finance and Administration Assistant to join our team! 💼
Position details:
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At the 2019
#UgandaSocialMedia
conference,
@CanaryMugume
made a passionate argument in favor of the ever increasing relevance of traditional media in today's digital age. To you Canary, we are grateful for your contribution that made the conference an insightful one.
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📢We're excited to announce the 2021 Uganda Social Media Conference! The virtual forum will be hosted at the
@KampalaSheraton
.
📅 25th-26th August. Visit our website & follow the conversation via
#UgandaSocialMedia
for updates.
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