Uganda: KCCA Restricts Swearing-in Attendance Over Ebola Concerns

Kampala Capital City Authority will on Wednesday, May 20, hold a largely virtual swearing-in ceremony for newly elected leaders as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola in… Read more »

Uganda: CoU Backs Postponement of Martyrs Day Over Ebola Concerns

The Church of Uganda (CoU) has endorsed the government's decision to postpone the 2026 Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations at Namugongo, citing concerns over the risk of Ebola… Read more »

Uganda: Babalanda Urges Behaviour Change Shift As Uganda Reassesses HIV Response Strategy

Uganda is calling for a stronger shift toward individual responsibility, behaviour change and intensified prevention campaigns as government officials warn that persistent new HIV… Read more »

Uganda: Ebola - Uganda Renews Calls for Binding Global Pandemic Treaty

Uganda has renewed its push for a legally binding global pandemic agreement, arguing that future outbreaks can only be effectively managed through stronger international… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Kasese Bishop Sends Back DRC Pilgrims Over Ebola Fears

The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Francis Aquirinus Kibira, has directed foot pilgrims from the Catholic Diocese of Beni-Butembo in the Democratic Republic of Congo to return home… Read more »

Uganda: Bunyoro Kingdom Cancels 32nd Omukama Coronation Anniversary Over Ebola Concerns

The Prime Minister of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom, Andrew Byakutaga, has confirmed the cancellation of the 32nd Empango coronation anniversary celebrations that were scheduled for June… Read more »

Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Warns Against Rising Impersonation in Healthcare Sector

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has warned against the growing number of individuals impersonating medical professionals, saying the practice is partly driven by… Read more »

Uganda: Deputy IGG Twinomugisha Warns Against Rising Youth Sexual Activity, HIV Complacency

The Deputy Inspector General of Government, Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe, has called on the Uganda Aids Commission to intensify efforts against what she described as growing public… Read more »

Uganda: Three Suspected Ebola Cases At Mubende Hospital

Access to Mubende Regional Referral Hospital has been restricted following the registration of three suspected Ebola cases, with results from the Ministry of Health still pending. Read more »

Africa: Fear Grips East Africa As Deadly Ebola Outbreak Surges, Death Toll Rises to 134

Communities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring Uganda are on high alert following a deadly outbreak of Bundibugyo Ebola virus that has already killed at least… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Issues New Ebola Guidelines for Public Gatherings, Transport

The Ministry of Health Uganda has issued new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola Virus Disease during public gatherings, religious… Read more »

Uganda: Church Calls for Calm After Martyrs Day Celebrations Postponed Over Ebola

The Uganda Episcopal Conference has officially guided Catholics across the country to remain prayerful and calm following the postponement of this year's National Uganda Martyrs… Read more »

Uganda: Congolese Pilgrims Return Home After Ebola Fears Halt Martyrs Day Pilgrimage

Hope and excitement among Congolese pilgrims in Kasese District turned into disappointment after government postponed this year's Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations due to the Ebola… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Bans Handshakes As Ebola Response Measures Tighten

The Ministry of Health has announced a temporary ban on handshakes and other forms of physical greeting following the confirmation of two Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic… Read more »

Uganda: U.S. Embassy in Kampala Suspends Visa Services Over Ebola Outbreak

The United States Embassy Kampala has announced a temporary suspension of all visa operations in Uganda, citing concerns related to the ongoing Ebola outbreak. Read more »

Uganda: Namugongo Preparations Continue Despite Martyrs Day Postponement Over Ebola Fears

Painting, cleaning, compound sweeping, and other beautification works continued today at the Namugongo Martyrs Shrines despite government postponing this year's Martyrs Day… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Postpones Martyrs Day Celebrations Over Ebola Threat

President Museveni has announced the postponement of this year's Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, citing fears of Ebola transmission from the neighboring Democratic Republic of… Read more »

Uganda: DFCU Extends Free Medical Services During Jinja Medical Camp

Hundreds of residents in Jinja City have benefited from a free health camp organized by Dfcu Bank in partnership with Busoga Kingdom and Rotary, as part of activities to mark 62… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Hospital Milestone Sparks Fresh Focus On Misdiagnosis Crisis

Uganda's healthcare sector is being urged to prioritize quality assurance and diagnostic accuracy following growing concerns about the high rate of medical misdiagnosis linked to… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Faces 24,000 Health Worker Gap As Nurses Push for Reforms

Uganda is facing a critical shortage of nurses and midwives, with health officials warning that the country requires at least 24,000 additional health workers to meet rising demand… Read more »

Uganda: Covid Came, Curfew Came, Karuma Came - Corruption Is Going, and Now It's Kisanja No Sleep

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Uganda: Govt Pledges Expanded Access to Sickle Cell Treatment Nationwide

The Permanent Secretary at Uganda's Ministry of Health, Diana Atwine, has pledged increased access to sickle cell treatment and stronger prevention measures as African health… Read more »

Uganda: Aceng - Lubowa Specialized Hospital On Track to Open By End of 2026

Uganda's Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has said the long-awaited Lubowa International Specialized Hospital is on track to become operational by the end of 2026, as construction… Read more »

Uganda: Government Defends Medical Training Reforms Amid Quality Concerns

Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has defended government policies aimed at reforming medical training and improving standards in health education institutions across Uganda. Read more »

Uganda: Lower Health Facilities Operating At 39 Percent Staffing Level - Health Minister

Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng has disclosed that many lower health facilities across Uganda are operating at just 39 percent staffing levels, a gap she says is significantly… Read more »