KAMPALA – The Kati Kati Grounds turned into a burst of colour and inspiration last Saturday as the annual Brave Girls Festival brought together hundreds of young Ugandans for a day of celebration, empowerment, and learning.
Organised by Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU) through its GN Trybe movement, the festival used music, dance, and mentorship to promote messages of courage, gender equality, and self-expression among girls and young women.
Top performers including Kataleya and Kandle, Karole Kasita, and Ava Peace kept the crowd buzzing with energy as the event blended entertainment with education.
Hosts DJ Lynda Dane, MC Evelyn, and a lineup of emcees ensured that the excitement never waned, turning the event into an all-day dance and inspiration fiesta.
The festival also featured a “Donate 4 Pads” campaign, condom distribution, and interactive sessions on health, mentorship, and gender equality, making it as informative as it was entertaining.
According to Shantal Katana, Head of Gen Z at RAHU, the edutainment approach is deliberate — a way to make advocacy resonate with young audiences.
“We want to ensure that the message is well understood because that’s how young people comprehend,” she said.
Benson Muhindo, RAHU’s Head of Programs, described the event as a safe and empowering environment. “Brave Girls has become a space where girls come out and talk loud but not to be fearless,” he said.
Throughout the day, participants shared stories of personal growth and resilience, challenged social norms, and called for stronger support for girls’ health and education.
The festival also served as part of GN Trybe’s celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, recognizing the pivotal role of girls and young women in driving community and national development.
For many attendees, the experience was both inspiring and transformative. Nanyanzi Aziza, a student from Lira University, said she was moved by the motivational speakers who shared real-life stories.
“I enjoyed listening to the speakers who talked about overcoming fear,” she said.
The GN Trybe community, targeting youth aged 15 to 30, continues to offer platforms for young people to engage in discussions around health, relationships, leadership, and personal growth through events, school programs, and digital forums.
As the sun set over Kampala, the echoes of music and laughter lingered — a reminder that meaningful advocacy can thrive where creativity meets passion.
Through initiatives like Brave Girls Festival and GN Trybe, RAHU reaffirmed its mission to empower a new generation of confident, informed, and fearless young women.
