The Centre for Basic Research (CBR) recently hosted a thought-provoking seminar on Gender and Elections in Uganda, featuring Hon. Adeke Anna Ebaju, the District Woman MP and member of the opposition from the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC).In her powerful address, Hon. Adeke shed light on the systemic challenges that women face in Uganda’s electoral...Read More

To Celebrate International Women’s Day, the Centre for Basic Research (CBR) is proud to have participated in #WomenUganda2025, an event hosted by the Netherlands Embassy in Uganda. The event was held at the home of H.E. Ms. Frederieke Quispel, Ambassador of the Netherlands Embassy in Uganda. This gathering brought together key stakeholders, thought leaders, and...Read More

CBR Hosts Open Space Uganda for an Insightful Discussion on Youth and Elections The Centre for Basic Research (CBR) had the pleasure of hosting Open Space Uganda for an engaging discussion on their latest findings about youth participation in elections in Uganda. This thought-provoking session provided valuable insights into young people’s critical role in shaping democratic...Read More

Sense-Making Seminar Series Seminar 2 Preamble This Sense-Making Seminar Paper No.2 documents the outcomes of the second seminar in the ongoing book project on Navigating Uganda’s Political Future: Tectonic Shifts, Trends, and Contestations in the 2026 Elections and Beyond. These seminars are part of a broader initiative aimed at synthesizing diverse insights into focused analyses...Read More

Navigating Uganda’s Political Future Tectonic Shifts, Trends, and Contestations in the 2026 Elections and Beyond The Centre for Basic Research is thrilled to announce the launch of our latest project, “Navigating Uganda’s Political Future: Tectonic Shifts, Trends, and Contestations in the 2026 Elections and Beyond.” As Uganda gears up for its 2026 elections, this initiative...Read More

31st Applied Research skills training and Report writing training. We are thrilled to congratulate the 31st Cohort on successfully completing the Applied Research Skills and Report Writing Training. Your dedication and active participation throughout this journey have been truly remarkable, and your commitment has significantly contributed to the program’s success. . Over the course of...Read More

30TH APPLIED RESEARCH SKILLS AND REPORT WRITING TRAINING. This past Saturday, August 10th, 2024, marked a significant milestone for the students of the Applied Research Skills and Report Writing Training course at the Centre for Basic Research (CBR). With immense pride, we witnessed the graduation of a group of dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who have...Read More

The Ripple Effect: A Tribute to Justin Kilcullen It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Justin Kilcullen. Justin’s unwavering dedication, sage advice, and exceptional leadership significantly impacted civil society organizations’ efforts toward a people-centered approach to development for over a decade. Serving as co-chair of the CSO Partnership for Effective Development...Read More

Celebrating Democracy and Institutional Resilience: The 2024 Citizen Forum and ECOSOCC’s 20th Anniversary We’re excited to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of ECOSOCC in Ghana. Richard Ssewakiryanga, Executive Director of the Centre for Basic Research, has written a brief yet insightful concept about this milestone. It highlights our achievements, challenges, and the road ahead. Let’s dive into his...Read More

ALL AFRICAN MOVEMENT ASSEMBLY The Centre for Basic Research, represented by Richard Ssewakiryanga, proudly participated in the hashtag#AllAfricanMovementAssembly (AAMA) in Accra, Ghana. It was an inspiring gathering of over 400 activists dedicated to addressing pivotal issues such as climate justice, reparations, and Pan-African solidarity.Together, we explored how to build a borderless and dignified Africa, emphasizing...Read More