Govt Targets Mental Health at Work

The Ugandan government plans to integrate mental health and well-being into national workplace policies to promote safer and more productive environments. Commissioner Patrick Mugisha of the Ministry of Trade announced that the Ministry, in partnership with Mental Health Uganda and EcoBank, will develop a national standard for workplace mental health. The initiative includes a help desk for MSMEs and civil servants, sector-specific wellness strategies, and measures to reduce stigma and improve worker support.