Uganda: 138 Newly Trained Health Extension Workers Deployed in Mbarara to Transform Rural Healthcare

In a major step to strengthen rural healthcare system, 138 newly trained Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWS) have been deployed in Mbarara, bringing medical services closer… Read more »

Uganda: Rukungiri Deploys 210 Health Extension Workers to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare

The Ministry of Health Uganda has commissioned 210 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in Rukungiri District in a move aimed at bridging the gap between communities and… Read more »

Uganda: World Hearing Day, a Call to Protect Children

As the world commemorates World Hearing Day, the World Health Organization is drawing attention to a growing but often overlooked public health concern: hearing loss among children… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Launches Renovated Neonatal Care Unit At Mukono General Hospital

Mukono District Local Government has officially launched a newly renovated Neonatal Care Unit at Mukono General Hospital, a move leaders described as a major step toward improving… Read more »

Uganda: Moh Warns Stress and Lifestyle Habits Fueling NCD Surge

The Ministry of Health Uganda has warned that unmanaged stress and unhealthy lifestyle choices are accelerating Uganda's growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), calling… Read more »

Uganda: Rising Ear Infections and Noise Exposure Drive Hearing Crisis At Mulago

Uganda is grappling with one of the highest prevalences of hearing loss in the East African region, with specialists warning that the burden is growing across all age groups. Read more »

Uganda: Uncovered Sewer Chambers in Kabale's Kigongi Ward Raise Safety and Health Concerns

Residents of Kigongi Ward in the Central Division of Kabale Municipality, Kabale District, have expressed concern over several uncovered inspection chambers along Kigongi Road,… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Urged to Increase Braille Access, Assistive Devices for Visually Impaired

The Uganda National Association of the Blind (UNAB) has called on the government and development partners to invest more in Braille materials and assistive technologies, citing… Read more »

Uganda: Rotary Club of Bukerere Brings Free Medical Services to Thousands in Mukono

More than 1,000 residents of Goma Division, Mukono Municipality, are set to benefit from a free medical outreach organized by the Rotary Club of Bukerere St. Charles Lwanga at St.… Read more »

Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Commends Investment As Peoples Medical Hospital Opens in Gayaza

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has officially opened Peoples Medical Hospital in Gayaza, lauding its proprietor, Dr. Frank Ndugga, for investing in healthcare… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Strengthens Cervical Cancer Prevention With Ai Screening and Shs11bn Korean Support

Uganda has intensified efforts to prevent and manage cervical cancer through a strengthened partnership with South Korea, introducing advanced Artificial Intelligence-assisted… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Signs $1.2bn US Health Deal As Zambia and Zimbabwe Walk Away

The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a $1.2 billion, five-year health partnership with the United States, joining Uganda in embracing Washington's new bilateral financing… Read more »

Uganda: C-Care Partners With Indian Oncology Giants to Boost Advanced Cancer Care in Uganda

In a major step toward strengthening Uganda's capacity for complex cancer treatment, C-Care IHK has formalised a strategic partnership with leading Indian oncology institutions,… Read more »

Uganda: Foot & Mouth Disease Outbreak Shuts Ntungamo Livestock Markets

Ntungamo District is grappling with a rapidly spreading outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) that has paralyzed livestock markets, disrupted revenue collection, and highlighted… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Faces HIV Surge Amid Condom Shortages

Kabale District is experiencing an increase in HIV prevalence, according to the district's Health Educator, Alfred Besigense. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Targets Less Than 10,000 New HIV Infections By 2031

Uganda is intensifying efforts to cut new HIV infections to under 10,000 annually by 2031, officials warned, as experts caution that young people remain the most vulnerable group… Read more »

Uganda: HIV Risk Rises As Uganda Prisons Overflow

The Uganda Prisons Service has warned that extreme overcrowding in correctional facilities is accelerating the spread of HIV and other infectious diseases, creating what officials… Read more »

Uganda: Major Blood Bank Nears Completion to Boost Emergency Care in Lira District

Construction of a regional blood bank intended to serve Lira Regional Referral Hospital has reached 98 percent completion, bringing the Lango sub-region closer to improved access… Read more »

Uganda: JCRC Launches Shs15bn Drive to Build Uganda's First Bone Marrow Transplant Centre

The Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) has launched a fundraising campaign to mobilise more than Shs15 billion for the construction of Uganda's first-ever bone marrow transplant… Read more »

Uganda: HIV Prevention Still Urgent As Uganda Marks World Condom Day

Even as Uganda continues to register progress in the fight against HIV, public health experts are urging renewed national focus on prevention, awareness, and responsible sexual… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Launches 2025 Population Report, Warns Mental Health Is 'No Longer Marginal'

Uganda has officially launched the State of Uganda Population Report 2025, placing mental health at the centre of national development and demographic planning. Read more »

Uganda: Mental Health Crisis Takes Centre Stage As Govt Launches Population Report

The Government has expressed growing concern over the rising burden of mental health conditions in the country, warning that the situation is increasingly affecting national… Read more »

Uganda: Butaleja Nurse Remanded Over Death of Pregnant Woman

The Butaleja Magistrate's Court was filled to capacity as proceedings opened in a case against Prossy Mukyala, a 31-year-old nurse attached to Kachonga Health Centre III, who is… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Integrates HIV Services Into Out Patients

Uganda's move to integrate HIV services into general outpatient departments (OPDs) is being hailed as a step toward more efficient health care--but it also raises questions about… Read more »

Uganda: Kawempe Leaders Call for Urgent Drainage Upgrade to Combat Flooding and Health Risks

Despite nationwide efforts by the Government of Uganda, in collaboration with development agencies including the World Bank, to renovate roads and drainage systems, Kawempe… Read more »