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Every October 9, Uganda joins the rest of the world to celebrate Post Day. This annual event commemorates the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland.

World Post Day was declared at the UPU Congress in Tokyo, Japan, in 1969, and since then, countries across the globe have celebrated the occasion annually.

According to the United Nations, the day provides an opportunity for postal services to introduce or promote new products and services. This year’s celebration emphasizes the themes of innovation, integration, and inclusion.

"The purpose of World Post Day is to raise awareness of the role of the postal sector in people’s and businesses’ everyday lives and its contribution to the social and economic development of countries," states a release from the UN. The day also encourages member countries to conduct activities aimed at highlighting the Post’s role and importance on a national scale.

In 2015, the global community committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, which include eradicating extreme poverty, reducing inequality, and addressing climate change. The postal sector plays a critical role in this effort, providing infrastructure for development.

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