World Field Epidemiology Day celebrates the vital role of field epidemiologists in responding to public health crises and strengthening health systems. This year, we speak to Dr. Suzanne Kiwanuka (Associate Professor, Makerere University School of Public Health), and Dr. Godfrey Kayita (Senior Epidemiologist, AFENET) and Dr. Benon Kwesiga,Epidemiologist on the impact of field epidemiology in Uganda and beyond.