Uganda: Ugandan Study Finds Self-Injectable Contraception Boosts Women's Decision-Making

A new 12-month cohort study in Eastern and Northern Uganda has found that women who choose to self-inject a contraceptive called DMPA-SC experience a measurable increase in… Read more »

Uganda: Mateta Knee Injury 'Not As Bad As Feared'

The knee injury which scuppered Jean-Philippe Mateta's move to AC Milan last month is "not as bad as feared" and he will not need surgery, says Crystal Palace manager Oliver… Read more »

Uganda: Doctors Sound Alarm Over Rising Attacks On Health Workers

The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has warned of an increasing wave of verbal and physical attacks against health workers, saying the growing hostility is threatening morale… Read more »

Uganda: Ministry of Health Launches Mandatory Newborn Screening for Sickle Cell Disease

The Ministry of Health has officially launched the National Mandatory Newborn Screening Programme for Sickle Cell Disease. Read more »

Uganda: Late Detection Driving High Cancer Deaths in Uganda, Says UCI's Dr. Bogere

As the world marked World Cancer Day on Wednesday, Uganda paused to confront a growing and deeply troubling cancer burden that continues to claim tens of thousands of lives each… Read more »

Uganda: Fact-Check - Viral Video Claiming Ugandan Health Minister Announced Nipah Virus in Kasese Is False

A video circulating on TikTok claims to show Uganda's Minister of Health, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, announcing an outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kasese District. The claim is misleading. Read more »

Uganda: Health Ministry Dismisses Claims of Nipah Virus Outbreak in Uganda

The Ministry of Health has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that Uganda is experiencing an outbreak of Nipah virus, calling the claims false and misleading. Read more »

Uganda: Magoola's Dei Biopharma Develops Scalable Gene-Editing Tool for Sickle Cell Disease

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has accepted a groundbreaking patent from Dei BioPharma Ltd., marking a significant milestone in the treatment of sickle cell disease. Read more »

Uganda: Criminal Justice Sector Urged to Fast-Track HIV, TB and Malaria Response Activities

Stakeholders in the criminal justice sector have called for faster implementation of planned activities aimed at addressing systemic barriers caused by HIV/Aids, Tuberculosis and… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Baryomunsi Dismisses Claims of Besigye's Ill Health As Opposition, Wife Push Back

The Minister for Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has yet again dismissed claims that detained opposition leader Dr. Kizza… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Maintains Over 90% Immunisation Coverage As Measles, Mpox Decline - Health Ministry

Uganda's routine immunisation programme recorded strong performance in 2025, with coverage for most vaccines exceeding 90 percent, the Ministry of Health has said, even as the… Read more »

Uganda: Allan Okello Set for Medical Ahead of Shs2bn Move to Young Africans

Former KCCA, Paradou and Vipers playmaker Allan Okello is set to undergo a medical examination today ahead of a big-money transfer to Tanzania Premier League giants Young Africans… Read more »

Uganda: KCCA, Operation Wealth Creation Launch Major Sanitation Drive to Tackle Kampala's Public Health Crisis

Residents of Kampala, particularly those living in informal settlements, may soon find relief from long-standing sanitation challenges following the launch of a major citywide… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono District Commissions Modern Surgical Theatre, New Ambulance At Katoogo Health Centre III

Mukono District has commissioned a fully equipped modern surgical theatre, a new constituency ambulance and additional facility improvements at Katoogo Health Centre III in Nama… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Minister Warns Against Complacency in Fight Against HIV/Aids

The Buganda Kingdom Minister in charge of Social Development, Health and Education, Cotilda Nakate Kikomeko, has cautioned the people of Buganda against complacency in the fight… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Food System Under Pressure As Unsafe Food Becomes the Norm

Every day, millions of Ugandans walk into markets, roadside stalls, and grocery shops believing they are buying nourishment for their families. Few pause to ask how that food was… Read more »

Uganda: FDC's Musitwa Pushes for Parish Hospitals, Jobs Reform in Kawempe North Race

Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) flag bearer for the Kawempe North parliamentary seat, Ismael Musitwa, has called for the urgent expansion of public healthcare infrastructure and… Read more »

Uganda: ABM Residents Run to Support Expectant Mothers With Mama Kits

Residents of Abim District have used the festive season to raise funds and create awareness for maternal health through a community marathon aimed at supporting expectant mothers… Read more »

Uganda: Kadaga's Team Shares Festive Season Cheer With Busoga Hospital Patients

While many families across Busoga marked Christmas at home, hundreds of patients spent the festive season on hospital beds. For them, the day came with an unexpected visit, warm… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Questions Healthcare System At Funeral of Fik Fameica's Mother

National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has criticised Uganda's healthcare system, saying poor medical services continue to cost… Read more »

Uganda: Prof Muranga, Police Take Medical Outreach to Life-Saving Care to Communities in Jinja

In a strong demonstration of community-focused leadership, the Director General of the PIBD, Prof Isabirye Muranga, has partnered with the Uganda Police to deliver a wide-reaching… Read more »

Uganda: How to Enjoy Christmas Food, Drink and Socialising in Uganda While Protecting Your Heart

Christmas in Uganda is a season of colour, music and generous food. From family feasts after church to roadside gatherings filled with roast meats, matooke, posho and sweet… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Flags Off 2025/26 National Mosquito Net Distribution Campaign

The government has flagged off the 5th Universal Coverage Campaign for the distribution of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, marking the start of a nationwide effort to reduce… Read more »

Uganda: Mental Health Alarm As 58% of Young Women in Kampala Slums Report Depression

A new study has revealed alarmingly high levels of depression, suicidal thoughts and substance use among young women living in Kampala's urban slums, exposing what researchers… Read more »

Uganda: Shincheonji Church Holds Free Health Camp in Kampala

The Shincheonji Church of Jesus on Thursday organised a free health camp at Constitutional Square Gardens in Kampala as part of its community outreach efforts aimed at improving… Read more »