THE FORUM ON THE PARTICIPATION OF NGOs IN THE 71st SESSION OF THE AFRICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN AND PEOPLE’S RIGHTS
Sub regional update on democracy, rule of law and human rights in East and Horn of Africa As the continent grapples with a post covid 19 period, democracy, rule of law and realisation of human rights continue to be tested in the East and Horn of Africa. The region continues […]
ON THE STATE OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN PRISONS SERVICE – MEETING WITH REGIONAL PRISONS COMMANDER KIGEZI WOULD DO
This morning, I paid a visit to the Regional Prisons Commander – Kigezi Region SSP Festo Sambya and among the issues discussed are ways and means of collaboration to promote Human Rights in the Prisons Service. One of the ways is through building the capacity of Officers through Human Rights […]
HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES AND MURDERS CAN BE STOPPED IN KIGEZI SUB-REGION THROUGH SENSITISATION & HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION
LOSCO today paid a courtesy visit to the Kigezi Regional Police Commander; SSP Ibrahim Saiga for a discussion on the rising cases of murders related to gender based violence. During the visit, the Commander agreed and clearly explained that property inheritance and Land related disputes are some of the leading […]
HUMAN RIGHTS CULTURE IN CIVIL SOCIETY
Abstract Civil society plays an important role in the development and support of public policies, raises awareness of fundamental rights, monitors violations of human rights, and provides services to vulnerable communities. It also plays a role in monitoring government and public sector through checks and balances on service delivery thus […]
WHAT SHOULD BE REVISED IN THE DECISION TO ALLOW PREGNANT AND LACTATING CHILD MOTHERS IN SCHOOL
Education is a Constitutional Right as seen in Article 30 of the 1995 Ugandan Constitution and SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This is important regardless of the state a willing person is in. Other than the Academic pursuits, there are other […]