Drugs Hapana Initiative

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Drugs Hapana is focused on Education and Prevention of Drug Abuse with Mental Health Awareness.

We organize drug abuse prevention and edutainment outreaches, advocacy, research, dialogue and training on dangers and prevention, design sensitization and awareness campaigns that speak to young minds and community to fight drugs and substance. Since inception 2016, our mission is to educate, inspire and empower youth realize their full potential, make better health choices, provide preventive measures, mobilize them take the lead in fighting drugs and substance abuse.

22/04/2026

Drugs and substances cause cognitive impairment, including memory loss, confusion and reduced attention, with risks higher in older adults and with long-term use.

21/04/2026

Drugs can cause delusions of grandeur, leading a person to believe they hold a high status such as being a professor, doctor or an expert when they do not. This phenomenon is often a result of drug-induced psychosis or severe intoxication, where the substance disrupts brain chemistry and causes a disconnection from reality.

20/04/2026

Swallowing drugs to transport them on a plane, a practice known as "body packing" is extremely dangerous and frequently fatal. The risks involve both life-threatening medical emergencies and severe legal consequences.

18/04/2026

"Chronic drug abuse can lead to addiction to the extent that some people cannot do anything unless they have injected themselves with a certain drug. For example, some cannot sleep due to the addiction that for them to be able to sleep, they must have injected themselves with certain drugs to make them sleep, that's a chronic drug abuse effect". - Mr. Simon Peter Mundeyi, PRO Ministry of Internal Affairs.

17/04/2026

"Drugs have a range of negative effects on individuals. These include physical and mental health problems, relationship problems, poor work and school performances, legal issues among others". - Mr. Simon Peter Mundeyi, PRO Ministry of Internal Affairs.

15/04/2026

Some parents allow their children to consume alcohol, often believing it teaches moderation or desensitizes them to its allure. However, this practice is unsafe and ineffective. Giving children alcohol even small sips increases the risk of earlier initiation, higher consumption levels and potential alcohol dependency later in life.

13/04/2026

Yogayoga nnyo Ayi Omuteregga olw'okutuuka ku mazaalibwago ag'emyaka 71 egy'ekitiibwa.
Wangaala Ayi Beene.

10/04/2026

Prolonged use of alcohol and other substances acts as a slow poison. It progressively damages vital organs, alters brain chemistry and in some cases, literally causes physical deterioration of the skin and muscles. This process often starts with subtle metabolic changes and can escalate to irreversible organ failure or death.

09/04/2026

"Substances and drugs have a negative effect on your brain. Initially you may feel good and high but eventually we shall see your decline in grades, lack of concentration, change of behaviour and withdrawal". - Dr. Hanifah Naamala Sengendo, Public Health Specialist.

08/04/2026

Drugs are a significant socio-economic issue, leading to increased crime, homelessness and burdening government resources. The drug cartels and trafficking networks continue to operate, causing instability and destruction of lives.

07/04/2026

Drug abuse is tightening its grip on the young population, with dozens of juveniles arrested in narcotics-related cases and schools becoming increasingly vulnerable.

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Kampala

Telephone

+256772613618

Website

http://www.drugshapana.org/

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