On 11th September 2025, Mwagale Foundation, in partnership with the Uganda Catholic Church, hosted a national prayer and awareness event on human trafficking at Nsambya Sharing Hall, Kampala. The gathering brought together religious leaders, government officials, civil society organisations, and survivor advocates.
Delivering the keynote message, Archbishop Paul Ssemwogerere stressed that people of faith and conscience cannot remain silent while children, women, and men remain trapped in modern-day slavery. He called on the government to intensify national efforts and strengthen justice systems.
Representing the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Deputy Coordinator Basalirwa Kigenyi Derek presented alarming national statistics: Uganda recorded 1,068 human trafficking cases in 2024, including 597 involving children—a 55.5% increase compared to 2023. He urged parents to remain vigilant during school holidays.
Mwagale Foundation’s Founder and CEO, Ndagire Joanita, herself a survivor of human trafficking, reaffirmed the organisation’s dedication to supporting survivors through comprehensive healing, empowerment, and reintegration programmes.
The event highlighted the critical intersection of faith, advocacy, and community action, demonstrating that prayer and public awareness are essential tools in mobilising national anti-trafficking efforts.
Mwagale Foundation expresses deep gratitude to all participating religious institutions and partners standing together to advocate for survivors and work toward a Uganda free from human exploitation.