Editorial
In July, representatives from National Societies allover Africa and the Rome Consensus met in Entebbe with the intent to discuss and commit themselves to finding a solution to the ever increasing drug abuse in the country and world over.
The Humanitarian Drug Policy in the offing is expected to be one of the tools to fight the vice affecting 200 million people worldwide. In Uganda, drug abuse has not only led to several cases of mental disorders but also economic set back, therefore it is everyone's responsibility to work with Uganda Red Cross Society to find a solution to the problem.
The Government of Uganda is highly appreciated for its role and support to the National Society toward formulating the policy. The policy advocates that the abusers be treated as patients instead of criminals as has been the case.
Road accidents also being on the increase in the country pose a life threat, therefore the URCS through its Road Safety programme in July painted zebra crossings around the city as a measure of reducing accidents. All road users should respect the signs if we are to make accidents history.
This time round we bid farewell to Mrs.Alice Uwase Anukur, former secretary general, who diligently served URCS for eight years.The former Deputy Secretary General is acting as the Secretary General and the Head of Health and Care, Dr. Bildard Baguma, is acting as the his deputy.