Deaf Awareness Week Launched to Promote Inclusivity and Understanding
Uganda joins the world in marking Deaf Awareness Week
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Rotaract Club of Buganda Royal Institute Organizes Blood Donation Drive.
By Amos Ssemuwemba In an effort to make a positive impact in the community, the Rotaract Club of Buganda Royal Institute of Business and Technical Education, Mengo-Kakeeka, hosted a successful blood donation drive under the theme “MAKE SMILE TO EVERYONE.” The event, held today at the institute, attracted a significant number of participants, resulting in…
Jinja Regional Referral Hospital Boosts Oxygen Production, Set to Supply Eastern Uganda
By Amos Ssemuwemba Jinja Regional Referral Hospital has made a significant leap in healthcare infrastructure with the completion of a state-of-the-art oxygen plant. The facility, now 95% complete, has drastically increased the hospital’s oxygen production capacity, positioning it as the primary oxygen supplier not only for the Busoga sub-region but also for areas such as…
15-Year-Old Girl Arrested over Alleged Abortion of twins in Jinja City
By Amos Ssemuwemba A 15-year-old girl from Budondo Ward, Northern Division in Jinja City, has been arrested for allegedly procuring an abortion. The juvenile, who was seven months pregnant with twins, is currently detained at Budondo Police Station awaiting prosecution, according to authorities. The incident has drawn significant attention, shedding light on the risks and…
Ministry of Education Issues Alert to Schools as Mpox Cases Rise in Uganda
By Amos Ssemuwemba The Ministry of Education has issued a nationwide alert to schools following confirmed Mpox cases in Uganda. Ismael Mulindwa, Director of Basic Education, urged schools to take immediate precautions, drawing lessons from previous health crises like COVID-19 and Ebola. “We need to be vigilant, especially in regions with confirmed or suspected cases….
From Daily Pills to Bi-Monthly Shots: Uganda’s Bold Move with Cabotegravir in HIV Prevention
By Amos Ssemuwemba In a groundbreaking step for HIV prevention, Uganda’s Ministry of Health has administered the first dose of Cabotegravir (Cab-LA), marking the official rollout of a long-acting injectable as part of the country’s enhanced HIV prevention strategy. The first recipient, a walk-in patient, was treated at a health facility in Mbarara, a region…
Village Health Teams Trained to Lead Malaria Prevention Campaign in Kampala Suburbs.
By Amos Ssemuwemba In a united effort to curb the spread of malaria, the Rotaract Club of Kampala North Musical, alongside the National Girl Guide Association and Malaria Partners International, partnered with the Ministry of Health Uganda to conduct a two-day training for Village Health Teams (VHTs) from Bweyogerere, Kirinya, and Bukasa. Held at the…
Lord Mayor Calls for Immediate Halt to Waste Facility
By Amos Ssemuwemba In a dramatic turn of events following yesterday’s council meeting, tensions flared among counselors over a contentious waste management report. This clash has prompted Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago to express significant dissatisfaction, calling for immediate action in response to the ongoing waste crisis plaguing the city. Following the chaotic session, Lukwago has…
Government to Provide Update on Kampala Waste Management Plans
By Teddy Namayanja Government is set to provide an official update on its plans for managing waste in Kampala, following concerns raised by the Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi. Ssenyonyi highlighted the growing heap of garbage in the city after the closure of the Kiteezi landfill, which left waste without a proper disposal…
Free Medical Camp to Address Surgical Needs in Ankore Subregion.
Residents of the Ankore Subregion will soon benefit from a free medical camp aimed at addressing persistent surgical complications exacerbated by limited access to affordable healthcare.