In the face of climate change and rising pest pressures, diverse farming systems offer strength and resilience. Diversity in farming is not just about variety—it's a strategy for sustainability, resilience, and food sovereignty. #Agroecology

🌿 International Day for Biological Diversity Today, as we mark International Biodiversity Day, we recognize that biodiversity is the backbone of resilient, sustainable agri-food systems.

Tune in to Family TV tomorow as our programs associate Mr. Wambona Martin digests the role of the Nutrient Profiling Model and Front of the Pack Warning Labels in empowering consumers through clear nutrition information. #FrontofPackFoodLabelsUg @incubatorghai.bsky.social @dkabanda.bsky.social

Food labels should be straightforward and comprehensible to all consumers—regardless of age, education, or background. We therefore call upon the Ministry of Health to urgently adopt and implement a Nutrient Profiling Model @incubatorghai.bsky.social @dkabanda.bsky.social @wfp.org

We are advocating for a simplified Nutrient Profiling Model framework that sets clear, evidence-based thresholds for front-of-pack warning labels. This policy tool is to enhance the visibility of nutritional information, for consumers to easily identify products high in sugar, salt, or fat.

"Does EALA recognize agroecology as a credible, science-based solution for food and nutrition security in East Africa?" Yes, Hon. Uwumukiza Françoise the committee chairperson confirmed. Find more of her submissions here 👇👇 nation.africa/kenya/health... @dkabanda.bsky.social @fao.org

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The Food that Kills Education and Health Join us in the discussion today from 6pm-8pm @dkabanda.bsky.social @incubatorghai.bsky.social @fao.org @unicef.org @who.int

Currently, Uganda lacks a Nutrient Profiling Model, a critical scientific tool used to identify and classify foods based on their nutritional composition. Without it, we cannot effectively regulate or restrict misleading food marketing, particularly that which targets children @dkabanda.bsky.social

Mancozeb, a pesticide banned in the European Union in 2021 due to its links to thyroid cancer and reproductive harm, continues to be exported to countries like Uganda. African governments must act decisively to protect their people by promoting and enforcing sustainable, safe farming practices.

On UBC TV, our Programs Associate, Martin, emphasized the urgent need for a Nutrient Profiling Model to empower consumers with clear and reliable information for healthier food choices. The Time to Act is Now #FrontofPackFoodLabelsUg

Earlier today, our Programs Associate, Mr. Wambona Martin, featured on UBC TV’s Good Morning Uganda to unpack the Right to Adequate Food and explore the power of Front-of-Pack Warning Labels (FoPWL) in protecting consumers from unhealthy food choices. #FrontofPackFoodLabelsUg @dkabanda.bsky.social

Happy Mother’s Day! Today, we honor the incredible role mothers play—not only in nurturing hearts but also in nourishing lives. From preparing wholesome meals to teaching the value of healthy eating, mothers are often the first champions of good nutrition and well-being in every home.

Urgent Call for Regulation of Unhealthy Food and Beverage Marketing to Children

CEFROHT Legal Aid Clinic is implementing a court ruling that restores land rights to women who were unlawfully evicted in Kiboga district. This decision not only reaffirms their rightful ownership but recognizes the vital role women play as stewards of land, seed, and future generations.

🚨 Today, we formally notified the European Union of our intent to take legal action if it continues exporting pesticides banned in Europe to countries like Uganda. We stand with global movements demanding an end to this deadly double standard.

Despite being banned within the European Union due to their serious health and environmental hazards, pesticides such as Mancozeb, Paraquat, and Carbofuran continue to be legally exported to countries like Uganda. Ban Hazardous pesticides in Uganda. @dkabanda.bsky.social

Congratulations Kenya for taking such a bold step of banning over 50 harmful pesticide brands. This move prioritizes public health, protects pollinators, and sets a powerful example for the region. www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/bus... @dkabanda.bsky.social @agroecology.bsky.social

It's easy to be swayed by attractive packaging, but taking a moment to read the nutrition labels can make a significant difference in our health choices. Let's advocate for clearer, front-of-pack labels to help everyone make informed decisions. #FrontofPackFoodLabelsUg

🛒 Shopping from home? 📦 Don’t just trust fancy packaging — read the nutrition labels! ✅ Check sugar, salt, and fat ✅ Look out for artificial additives, ignore ✅ Choose foods with simple, real ingredients #FrontofPackFoodLabelsUg @dkabanda.bsky.social @incubatorghai.bsky.social

Teachers and parents play a vital role in the success of school feeding programs by ensuring that children not only receive nutritious meals but also understand the value of healthy eating. #SchoolFeeding @incubatorghai.bsky.social @dkabanda.bsky.social

It’s time to shift the conversation from treatment to prevention. Healthy food is not a luxury — it's a right. We therefore call upon the Ministry of Health to adopt the evidence based Nutrient Profiling Model and pass the Front of Pack Warning Labels on ultra-processed foods to save the Ugandans.

✅ What Can We Do? Raise awareness about healthy eating Demand front-of-pack food labels for transparency Support policies that regulate unhealthy food marketing Promote locally grown, nutrient-dense foods Encourage physical activity and active living.

Ugandans Need to Know: Our Diets Are Making Us Sick Non-communicable diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, stroke, and heart disease are on the rise in Uganda caused by: 🥤 Sugary drinks 🍟 Ultra-processed foods 🥓 High salt, fat, and sugar content 🍬 Aggressive marketing to children

🌍 Happy World Earth Day! 🌱 This #EarthDay, let’s remember: What we eat affects the planet too. 🌱 ✅ Embrace agroecology ✅ Protect indigenous seeds ✅ Demand clear food labels ✅ Choose local, sustainable food Healthy people. Healthy planet. #FoodSovereignty #SeedJustice #FOPLabelsNow #EarthDay2025

Don’t be fooled by celebrity ads ✋ Ugandans!!!! You deserve clear info on what’s in your food. We call on @MinofHealthUG to adopt a Nutrient Profiling Model and pass the Front-of-Pack food labels to save Ugandans. To be part of this campaign, please sign the petition below chng.it/LJfHb2cR4s

🚨 Ultra-processed foods are flooding Uganda high in sugar, salt & fat. Yet we still don’t have a Nutrient Profiling Model to guide food labels. 📢 We’re calling on @MinOfHealthUG to act now by passing the mandatory #FrontofPackFoodlabelsUg 🖊️ Sign the petition to be part of this: chng.it/LJfHb2cR4s

🌿 Easter is coming. A time of reflection, renewal, and shared meals. Let’s think about what’s on our plates: ✨ Nutritious, local foods 🚫 Less ultra-processed stuff 📢 Labels that guide healthier choices Health starts with food. We need the Nutrient Profiling Model and #FrontofPackFoodlabelsUg.

Ultra-processed foods high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats are becoming more common — and so are non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, and cancers. Sign this petition to demand for the NPM and FOPWL chng.it/LJfHb2cR4s #FrontofPackFoodlabelsUg

Dr. Joseph Lenai highlights the importance of including Gen-Z in policy-making and decision-making processes at the East Africa Regional Policy Dialogue. He emphasized that the youths can influence and shape a brighter future for East Africa's nutrition and markets. @dkabanda.bsky.social

📢 Happening Now! The East African Region Policy Dialogue focused on strengthening regional policies to transform markets for nutrition live in Mombasa- Kenya. @dkabanda.bsky.social @incubatorghai.bsky.social @incubatorghai.bsky.social @bothends.bsky.social @giz.de @unicef.org @fao.org @who.int

This World Health Day, we spotlight the powerful truth: Nutritious food is the foundation of health. Access to safe, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food is not a luxury, it's a human right. Yet, many communities are still battling with unhealthy, unjust, and unsustainable food systems

⏳ Time is running out! Just one week left to register for our must-attend virtual event. Join us & Dejusticia on April 9 for our “Book launch | Law, Trade and Nutrition Labeling Reflections and Experiences from Latin America.”—exploring legal battles over FOPWL in Latin America.

Adopt a healthy and balanced Diet: Eat a diverse diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts while limiting foods high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats (saturated and trans fats). Please adopt and pass the evidence based Nutrient Profiling Model #FrontofPackFoodlabelsUg

Wouldn’t it be great to know what you and your family are eating? Front-of-package warning labels will help you make healthier choices. We advocate for adoption of the Nutrient Profiling Model and Front of Pack Labeling Please be part of this campaign by signing this petition chng.it/LJfHb2cR4s

CEFROHT understands that Agroecology transition in East Africa is only possible with policy and legal frameworks that uphold agroecological processes. CEFROHT presented at the 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference on the importance of policies and legal frameworks that support agroecology.

Consumers are eating secrets in Ultra-processed foods high in sugar, salt and fat. Let’s advocate for an evidence-based Nutrient Profiling Model and Front of the Pack food labelling in Uganda Happy World Consumer Rights Day @dkabanda.bsky.social @incubatorghai.bsky.social #FrontofPackFoodlabelsUg

The Ministry of Health is obligated to promote, protect and fulfill the Right to Health and the Right to Adequate Food and Nutrition; yet there is no such a tool as the #NutrientProfilingModel (NPM) to help Ugandans identify unhealthy foods that are high in sugar, salt and fat.

Our legal team appeared before the East African Court of Justice in Kigali for the appeal in the #EACOP case against the governments of Uganda and Tanzania. We stand firm in demanding justice, emphasizing that this project must comply with regional and international laws. youtu.be/jjjabrAXPnY?...

To stand for justice is to stand for the well-being of all, including in the matters of food. #SocialJustice

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Yesterday, the team held a Digital Visibility session to strategize ways to enhance our online presence with Ms. racy Kirabo a digital consultant . This effort is key to advancing our mission of promoting the right to adequate food and living for all #CEFROHTDigitalVisibility @dkabanda.bsky.social