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From 2025 to 2026, what has truly shifted in Uganda’s WASH sector? We returned to the Majipreneurs Summit to hear from participants who have witnessed that journey firsthand, from ideas and ambition to investment, innovation and tangible progress. One year later, what’s changed? @vivaconagua_UG @hiltonfound @WASEU_Uganda @CewasGlobal @Water4PeopleUG @YoungWater_S Switched By, @shunxshannon #majipreneurs2026 #WASH #switchafrica
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The untold stories of Arua City. From the busy markets to the streets to the young people turning ideas into action, Switch Africa switched on the city to uncover the people, dreams, and everyday stories shaping Arua's future. Switched by @Dismas_Nuwaine @ShibaNakakande #youngpeople #shapingnarratives
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Fifteen youth leaders. Three tables. Ten minutes each. One podcast. This week in Arua, #TeamEurope didn't just observe a youth programme — we sat inside one. Engaged with Young leaders from West Nile, hosted by @SensitiseUganda under PACER (DK🇩🇰🇸🇪🇮🇪🇳🇱 co-funded).
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Also thanks to @Switch_AFR for hosting us🙏
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The long awaited Switch Creatives Podcast is finally here! Get ready to hear, first hand, from Uganda's young and upcoming creatives, ranging from music, to fashion and visual art. This evening at 6pm on the Switch Africa channel, Episode 01 will premiere, featuring singer and songwriter @mbeewo , hosted by @Kim_Morgan3 , only on the Switch Africa YouTube Channel. Be there!
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Esonga traditionally refers to issues exclusive to women, but true progress requires making menstrual health everyone's priority. By riding tricycles directly into last-mile communities in Eastern Uganda, this initiative breaks long-standing taboos, ensuring women and girls receive the dignity and essential supplies they deserve. Switched by @ShadrachBethel #MenstrualCare #MenstrualHygiene #SwitchHealth
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Highlights for Day 2 at the Majipreneurs Summit 2026! @majipreneurs And just like that, we wrapped up another day of ideas, innovation, connections and big conversations around the future of WASH. From entrepreneurs and investors to industry leaders and changemakers, Day 2 brought more conversations, more learning and more opportunities to build a stronger WASH ecosystem. That’s a wrap from the Majipreneurs Summit 2026. @vivaconagua_ug @hiltonfoundation @waseu_uganda @cewasglobal @waterforpeople @youngwatersolutions #majipreneurs2026 #switchafrica #WASH
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Day 1 at the 2026 Majipreneurs Summit. From bold WASH innovations and entrepreneurs having powerful conversations, new connections. Day 1 was all about ideas meeting opportunity. We got to hear from entrepreneurs, investors and WASH changemakers shaping the future of water, sanitation and hygiene. And trust us… there’s more to come. @vivaconagua_ug @hiltonfoundation @waseu_uganda @cewasglobal @waterforpeople @youngwatersolutions #majipreneurs2026 #switchafrica #washentrepreneurs
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The 2026 Majipreneurs Summit is bringing the WASH ecosystem together in Kampala. The summit will convene entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem partners to explore opportunities for innovation, investment, collaboration, and scaling sustainable water and sanitation solutions. Expect insightful conversations, meaningful connections, investment opportunities, and practical ideas to strengthen Uganda’s WASH sector. Switched by @shunxshannon
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🏃🏽‍♂️How much more can the @RwenzoriMarathn give back to Kasese? #IdentityTalks
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Poetry is more than words, it’s a powerful way of storytelling that helps young people connect, express themselves, and make sense of the world around them. Switched by @ShibaNakakande #switchafrica #poetry
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The Switch Creatives Podcast is finally here, and who better to kick us off than Mbeewo @mbeewo , a singer/songwriter based in Kampala, Uganda. The young emerging artist will be on the Switch Creatives Podcast, hosted by Kim Morgan @Kim_Morgan3 , unpacking her career, aspirations and how she is navigating the Ugandan music space. Coming soon to Switch Africa, on YouTube.
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Imagine what more @RwenzoriMarathn can contribute to the community of Kasese. Delighted to have travelled with @Switch_AFR to Kasese; Both media and Tourism Shape the Identity of Ugandans. piped.video/watch?v=ylLQ6WHI… #KAS4Democracy
Media is becoming a powerful driver of tourism and the 5th edition of the Rwenzori Marathon proved exactly that. 🏃🏾‍♂️⛰️ With World Athletics streaming the marathon live and commentators bringing the experience to audiences beyond Uganda, the event reached thousands of people. This visibility created opportunities for local businesses, tourism sites and the region’s wider economic growth. Identity Talks explored this important connection between media and tourism in a detailed conversation, powered by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung @KasUganda collaboration with @IMChallengeug Switched by @ShibaNakakande
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Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism is the theme for this year's World Tourism Day 27th September 2026. At the Rwenzori Marathon 5th Edition this year, community Conversations were redesigned in the media Van about the community's Contribution and benefits from the Marathon time.
Imagine what more the @RwenzoriMarathn can contribute to the community of Kasese. Follow the #Identitytalks hosted by @qataharraymond featuring @wekesa_amos @JulzKagwa @MpindiAbaas and @GeraldKaruhanga Follow full discussion here; shorturl.at/hBWFq #KAS4Democracy
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Switch Africa retweeted
Imagine what more the @RwenzoriMarathn can contribute to the community of Kasese. Follow the #Identitytalks hosted by @qataharraymond featuring @wekesa_amos @JulzKagwa @MpindiAbaas and @GeraldKaruhanga Follow full discussion here; shorturl.at/hBWFq #KAS4Democracy
Media is becoming a powerful driver of tourism and the 5th edition of the Rwenzori Marathon proved exactly that. 🏃🏾‍♂️⛰️ With World Athletics streaming the marathon live and commentators bringing the experience to audiences beyond Uganda, the event reached thousands of people. This visibility created opportunities for local businesses, tourism sites and the region’s wider economic growth. Identity Talks explored this important connection between media and tourism in a detailed conversation, powered by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung @KasUganda collaboration with @IMChallengeug Switched by @ShibaNakakande
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Ever wondered what happens in field? Every day is different. Watch how this one went.
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Did you know? In some West Nile districts, 9 out of 10 children who start school never finish. On Saturday, we partnered with @RadioPacisnews to convene a District Dialogue on Education in Arua District.
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