Albinism Community Celebrates International Awareness Day in Mukono District -Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga Honoured for Pioneering Legal Recognition of Albinism in Uganda. 
Mukono Central Division: 
People living with albinism gathered to celebrate International Albinism Awareness Day in Mukono District, under the theme “Demanding Our Rights, Protect Our Skin, and Preserve Our Lives.” The event was marked by powerful messages of empowerment, resilience, and advocacy for equal rights and inclusion.
Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, was the chief guest, praised widely for her historic contributions to the recognition of albinism as a disability in Uganda. In her keynote address, Hon. Kadaga commended the albinism community for their resilience, courage, and unwavering determination in the face of persistent discrimination and social exclusion.
The event attracted district leaders, local government officials, and representatives from the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, who came together to recognize both the challenges and the achievements of the albino community in Uganda.
Speaking on behalf of the CEO for People with Albinism, board member Mr. Edward Mukasa expressed appreciation to the state minister for Disability Affairs and all stakeholders for their continued support. He encouraged parents and guardians to provide children living with albinism with love, protection, access to education, and healthcare, emphasizing that early support transforms lives.
One of the day's key highlights was the recognition of Hon. Kadaga’s pivotal role in the 10th Parliament, where she championed legislation that formally recognized albinism as a disability.
"Before this law, persons with albinism struggled to benefit from affirmative action, as they were often misclassified as people with just low vision,” noted one speaker. “Thanks to Hon. Kadaga, we now have legal recognition and representation.”
The event featured moving speeches, musical performances, prayer sessions, and cultural entertainment. Mukono Municipality Deputy RDC, Mrs. Rhonda Kagaga Tiitwe, warmly welcomed the guests and expressed joy that Mukono District was chosen to host such a meaningful celebration. 
She assured the community of their security and encouraged them to embrace self-worth and pride.
Hon. Grace Asamo, Minister of State for Disability Affairs, lauded the unity and resilience of the albinism community. She praised Hon. Kadaga for her advocacy, especially her role in ensuring that People with albinism were included in the national census by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), and Persons with disabilities received an additional UGX 500,000 under the Parish Development Model (PDM).
During the event, members of the albino community made a passionate appeal to the Ministry of Health to increase the number of dermatologists across the country. They cited the urgent need for accessible skin care services, given their vulnerability to skin conditions and the shortage of specialists nationwide.
In her closing remarks, Hon. Kadaga reiterated her commitment to continue advocating at the national level for policies and programs that uplift people living with albinism.
As a gesture of gratitude, both Hon. Rebecca Kadaga and Hon. Grace Asamo were presented with awards and special gifts from the community in recognition of their unwavering support and longstanding dedication.