Heroes In Health Awards To Celebrate Excellence in Uganda's Health Sector
The HIHA awards recognize and celebrate exceptional contributions to the health sector, honouring individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have significantly improved health and wellness in Uganda. The launch event underscored the importance of recognizing the tireless efforts of health professionals and community health workers, particularly in the face of recent health sector challenges.
The Heroes in Health Awards (HIHA) officially launched at Next Media Park, setting the stage for a pivotal event in Uganda's healthcare calendar. The theme "Health Work Force financing to achieve Universal health coverage" attracted a diverse audience, including key stakeholders from the health sector, corporate brands like Stanbic Bank Uganda and WHO, and partners and sponsors of the event.
The HIHA awards recognize and celebrate exceptional contributions to the health sector, honouring individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have significantly improved health and wellness in Uganda. The launch event underscored the importance of recognizing the tireless efforts of health professionals and community health workers, particularly in the face of recent health sector challenges.
Organizers detailed the various award categories, including outstanding medical personnel, innovative health projects, and impactful public health campaigns, ensuring comprehensive recognition of the diverse efforts within the health sector. The awards aim to celebrate excellence and inspire ongoing innovation and dedication in healthcare.
Keynote speakers Permamanet Secretary Ministry of Health Dr. Diana Atwiine, Health Economist World Health Organisation Christabel Adewe, and Manager Corporate Social Investment at Stanbic Bank Uganda Diana Ondoga shared their personal experiences and the positive impact of the HIHA awards on their work.
The event was moderated by Desire Mugumisa, Head of Corporate Affairs at Next Media, who facilitated lively discussions and insightful commentary.
The launch concluded with a call to action, emphasizing collective responsibility to achieve Universal Health Coverage in Uganda. With the media launch completed, excitement builds for the main awards ceremony in November, which promises to be a landmark event celebrating Uganda's health sector heroes.
