Health 26 May 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Nnabagereka Urges PACE to Sustain Reproductive Health Services Amidst Funding Challenges
Buganda's Queen Sylvia Nagginda has rallied support for reproductive health services, urging PACE Uganda to continue its vital work, especially for vulnerable populations, in the face of declining donor funding. The organization is adapting by diversifying funding and focusing on efficiency. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/nnabagereka-rallies-support-for-reproductive-health-services-amid-donor-cuts-5474932
The Nnabagereka of Buganda Kingdom, Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, has emphasized the critical need for the Programme for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) Uganda to maintain and expand its reproductive health services, particularly for those most in need.
Speaking at PACE Uganda’s 7th Annual General Meeting in Kampala, the Queen, who also serves as PACE’s patron, highlighted the importance of protecting the health rights and dignity of vulnerable communities. She called for strengthened collaboration and innovation among stakeholders to improve access to quality reproductive healthcare across Uganda.
“Let us reaffirm our collective commitment to advancing PACE Uganda’s mission — supporting communities, protecting rights, and expanding access to quality reproductive health for all,” Nnabagereka Nagginda stated, expressing confidence in the organization’s ability to navigate future challenges.
Fred Wabwire Mangen, the Board Chairman of PACE Uganda, acknowledged the shifting global funding landscape, noting the organization’s focus on governance, accountability, and sustainability. PACE is adapting by prioritizing data-driven decisions, cost efficiency, and diversifying its funding streams to ensure long-term impact beyond donor project cycles.
Dr. Lillian Sekabembe, Executive Director of PACE Uganda, revealed that recent funding cuts, notably from USAID, have adversely affected reproductive health programs, particularly those addressing teenage pregnancies in northern and eastern Uganda. In response, PACE has been actively diversifying its funding sources and redesigning its programs for greater sustainability and efficiency.
These funding reductions, stemming from a broad freeze on foreign assistance by the U.S. administration, have disrupted various health and humanitarian initiatives, including HIV/AIDS services and the operation of specialized clinics. Health sector observers warn that continued cuts could jeopardize progress in reproductive health, HIV prevention, and adolescent health services without the development of alternative financing mechanisms.
This article is based on information from the Daily Monitor.