The Development Dialogues is a podcast series developed by UNDP Uganda to share knowledge, ideas, innovations, and partnerships that are shaping Uganda’s development journey.
Hosted by a dynamic team, each episode dives into timely topics from climate & environment action, digital transformation, youth empowerment, governance and so much more. Through candid conversations with thought leaders, the youth, community changemakers, and development leaders, we unpack the challenges and solutions driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Episode 3: Young Voices, Big Ideas: Uganda's Youth at the AI for Good Summit
What happens when young Ugandan innovators step onto the global stage and discover what AI can do for good? 🇺🇬
In this episode, we meet Samantha, Blessing and Saka, three young Ugandan participants from Peak Primary School, who travelled to Geneva to represent Uganda at the AI for Good Global Summit. 🌍🤖
In conversation with Ms. Nwanne Vwede-Obahor, UNDP Uganda Resident Representative, they share their experiences, what they learned about AI, their dreams for the future, and what they would tell other young Ugandans who are curious about technology and innovation. 💡
Tune in for a conversation filled with curiosity, creativity & big ideas, and discover how Uganda’s youngest innovators are imagining and shaping the country’s digital future.
31 Jul 2025
HIV and Service Delivery in Uganda
In this episode, we dive into the urgent question: With recent funding cuts and service disruptions, how can Uganda strengthen HIV prevention and service delivery systems to protect its most vulnerable populations?
Join us as we unpack the ripple effects of the suspended funding on life-saving HIV services across the country. We explore government strategies to address this shortfall, spotlight innovations in healthcare delivery, and highlight the pivotal role of community health workers and civil society in sustaining progress.
Amid rising stigma and reduced international support, how can Uganda ensure continued access to care for key populations? Tune in for expert insights, on the ground perspectives, and bold ideas for safeguarding the health of millions while advancing sustainable development.
9 May 2025
Episode 1: Development Minerals
In the inaugural episode of The Development Dialogues, we dive into a compelling conversation on Development Minerals, a largely untapped sector with immense potential for Uganda’s youth.
Our host Mercy Melody Kayodi is joined by guests Joshua Sabiti, Hope Kyarisiima, and Humphrey Asiimwe to shed light on the current landscape of Uganda’s mineral resources. Together, they explore the accessibility of the sector, the policy environment, and the emerging opportunities for young people to engage meaningfully from artisanal mining and value addition to innovation and sustainability.
Join us as we uncover how Uganda’s mineral wealth can serve as a cornerstone for inclusive, youth-driven development.
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