Refugee girls in Uganda face unique threats – Amongi
Uganda's Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi, has revealed that refugee girls face “unique threatsâ€Â, including sexual...
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Amref tips govt on universal health coverage for underserved communities
The government has been tasked to fast- track the implementation of the National Community Health Strategy to strengthen health service delivery at the community level. M...
A hand to hear: Using sign language to bridge the gap
The Deaf Awareness Week is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of sign language, promote inclusivity and recognise the contributions of the deaf commun...
Over 700 benefit from free surgeries in Ankole Sub-region
Over 700 life changing minor surgeries were carried out on people in the Ankole Sub-region by the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) in collaboration with Kampala I...
Govt targets 25,000 people in new Ebola vaccination drive
The Ministry of Health has launched a comprehensive Ebola preventive vaccination campaign to safeguard vulnerable populations against the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) after...
Muhereza Kyamutetera Appointed CEO of Uganda Tourism Association
The Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) has appointed Muhereza Kyamutetera as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2024. Kyamutetera’s appointment co...
Kibuli Muslim Hospital Earns Praise for Exceptional Healthcare Services
Kibuli Muslim Hospital has been recognized for its exceptional service to the Ugandan community. During a recent meeting with the hospital’s management team, John...
Ankole Surgical Camp Surpasses 500 Operations in a Single Day
More than 400 patients underwent successful surgeries on the first day of the Ankole Surgical Camp, according to Halson Kagure, Public Relations Officer at Mbarara Referr...
Support systems lacking as poisoning cases soar in Eastern Uganda
Fionah Auma, not real name, a resident of Busia District, was in 2019 chased from her husband's home by her in-laws after he died of hepatitis B. Auma says her in-laws cl...
Support systems lacking as poisoning cases soar in Eastern Uganda
Fionah Auma, not real name, a resident of Busia District, was in 2019 chased from her husband's home by her in-laws after he died of hepatitis B. Auma says her in-laws cl...