Ugandan High Commissioner Engages Diaspora in UK, Emphasizes Unity, Collaboration

Summary:

• Uganda’s High Commissioner to the UK, H.E. Nimisha Madhivani, held discussions with Ugandan diaspora members, emphasizing unity and collaboration. Dr. Shriti Pattani OBE highlighted opportunities for cooperation in occupational health medicine.

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During a meeting, the Uganda High Commissioner to the UK, H.E. Nimisha Madhivani, engaged in open discussions with a delegation of Ugandan diaspora members, led by Moses Mulimira, Co-founder of the Uganda Diaspora Health Foundation. The High Commissioner commended the group for their dedication to fostering stronger ties between the UK and Uganda, particularly through initiatives such as remittances and the exchange of knowledge and skills. She encouraged them to continue promoting their homeland on the global stage.

Dr. Shriti Pattani OBE, a prominent figure in the NHS and the World Health Organization specializing in Occupational Health Medicine and the well-being of healthcare workers, highlighted potential avenues for collaboration between the UK and Uganda in occupational health medicine. She also discussed opportunities to develop health and well-being programs for Ugandan healthcare professionals. Notably, Dr. Shriti recently received the prestigious Kings Award (OBE) for her contributions to health services in the UK and internationally.

Mulimira expressed gratitude to the Uganda High Commissioner for her ongoing support of development initiatives led by the Ugandan diaspora community in the UK. He emphasized the importance of unity and cohesion among community members moving forward.