The Isebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, has been appointed as a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to lead the fight against teenage pregnancy in Busoga and Uganda.
This pivotal campaign will address the root causes of teenage pregnancies, including poverty, lack of parental involvement, and limited access to reproductive health services.
The Kyabazinga, known for his commitment to cultural, social and economic transformation, will lead efforts to involve men and boys in Busoga and Uganda in tackling these challenges in a campaign dubbed “ABASADHA NE’MPANGO (MEN ARE THE PILLARS) to inspire men to take charge and change the narrative of the negative development indicators in the region.
Studies have shown that children thrive best when men are actively engaged in parenting and family leadership
The announcement was made by Owekitiibwa Haji Osman Ahmed Noor, the 2nd Deputy Prime Minister of Busoga Kingdom and Head of Partnerships, during a radio talk show, Omunaala, on 87.7 Baba FM, hosted by Ibrahim Shamiru Byakika.
The appointment aligns with UNAIDS’ broader mission to achieve zero new HIV infections, zero AIDS-related deaths, and zero discrimination globally.
The campaign also addresses many of the UNs SDGs (SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS) and will therefore be supported by all UN agencies and other partners.
“This campaign seeks to strengthen the family unit in Busoga as a foundation for cultural and economic growth as envisioned by His Majesty The Kyabazinga and Inhebantu,” Owekitiibwa Osman emphasized.
