Topowa Youth Mentoring Uganda is excited to unveil TOPOWA NEXTGEN , a high-energy, one-month mentorship and skills development program crafted exclusively for School leavers who are ready to step boldly into their future. Finishing School is a major milestone but it also comes with big questions: What’s my next step? How do I prepare for the real world? How do I make choices that set me up for success? That’s exactly why Topowa NextGen  was created. This is not  just another

Article by Sulaiman Katongole; It’s no secret drug and substance abuse is fast becoming one of Uganda’s biggest youth challenges. What used to be whispered about in corners is now happening boldly in schools, parties, and even online spaces. From alcohol and weed to pills and codeine-laced syrups, more young people are experimenting often without realizing how deep and dangerous the trap can get. But why  is this happening? Why are more young Ugandans turning to drugs despite

Youth Spending their free time online always drains their energy and positivity Article by ; Sulaiman Katongole In today’s world, social media is everywhere from TikTok dances in Kampala to Instagram stories in Munyonyo and X debates in Kyanja. For many young Ugandans, scrolling through feeds has become as normal as breathing. But behind the selfies, filters, and “living my best life” captions, many young people are silently battling feelings of anxiety, depression, and low s

Article by : Claire Caroline Ayesiga Makerere University through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences – School of Psychology executed an engaging public lecture under the engaging theme “Understanding of Co – occurrence of substance, drug and gambling use and addiction with mental health issues and prevention strategies for schools and communities.” An event we were honored to attend and participate in as Topowa Youth Mentoring Uganda given our impactful work we do