The Kingdom of Buganda has reported a significant milestone in its HIV/AIDS response efforts, revealing that Shs2.9 billion collected via the Kabaka’s seventieth Birthday Run has been efficiently utilised to help prevention, testing, and consciousness initiatives throughout Buganda.
The announcement was made throughout a companions’ breakfast assembly at Bulange, Mengo, the place officers offered accountability for funds raised from the run and shared the newest progress on the marketing campaign launched by Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II in 2020.
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga recommended the constant decline in HIV prevalence because the Kabaka devoted his annual run to the trigger, emphasizing the Kingdom’s dedication to sustained consciousness and neighborhood mobilization.
“Since His Majesty directed that the Kabaka Birthday Run focuses on combating HIV/AIDS, we’ve got seen a big decline in infections. Nonetheless, we proceed to induce our individuals to stay vigilant–test frequently, shield themselves, and cling to remedy,” Mayiga stated.
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Second Deputy Katikkiro and Minister of Finance Robert Waggwa Nsibirwa revealed that HIV transmission charges in Buganda have dropped by 78 p.c in 5 years. Earlier than the marketing campaign started, ten districts had been amongst Uganda’s most affected, however solely Masaka, Kyotera, and Kalangala stay with notable challenges.
Nsibirwa detailed the usage of the Shs2.9 billion collected, together with Shs800 million for neighborhood sensitization, Shs 2.1 billion for testing and consciousness applications, Shs295.7 million for HIV testing kits, Shs 537 million for area operations, and Shs723 million for county-level mobilization.
He stated the Kingdom’s accountability demonstrates transparency and the tangible impression of community-led initiatives.
“As we have a good time these milestones, we’re reminded of the large position that is still to banish HIV/AIDS from Uganda by 2030. Collectively, we are able to construct stronger methods, remodel lives, and uplift the present era for a greater future,” Nsibirwa stated.
UNAIDS Consultant Jonathan Mubangizi recommended Buganda for its management in community-driven HIV prevention, noting that infections are steadily declining throughout the area.
Uganda AIDS Fee Chairperson Lay Canon Dr. Ruth Ssenyonyi stated Buganda’s sustained involvement has boosted testing, remedy, and behavioral change efforts, whereas Majestic Manufacturers CEO Remmie Kisakye thanked sponsors and companions for supporting 12 years of the Kabaka Birthday Run custom.
The marketing campaign, themed “Males for Good Well being to Save the Lady Youngster,” continues to mobilize males and youth to champion well being and social transformation.
With 5 years of progress achieved, Buganda Kingdom reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating HIV/AIDS and enhancing livelihoods throughout its communities.