Sierra Leone’s Mpox Education Campaign Offers Public Health Model

Through radio jingles, posters, daily text messages and door-to-door visits, Sierra Leone’s public health officials are driving a messaging campaign aimed at preventing the spread of mpox. Experts say the effort has contributed to a sharp drop in...

Rwamirama challenges agricultural manufacturers to prioritise quality, environment

The state minister for Animal Industry, Lt Col. Bright Rwamirama, has urged agricultural manufacturers to prioritise quality if they are to maximise profits and compete favourably in international markets. Speaking at the 30th anniversary...

Surrey KPU instructor helps youth mental health in Uganda

‘Wang Oo Relit Project’ featured at Ottawa research showcase on Oct. 6 A KPU instructor from Surrey is helping youth in Uganda better cope with mental health challenges. Dr. Kyle Matsuba of Kwantlen Polytechnic University was invited to present...

India backs two-state solution at NAM meet in Kampala

EAM S. Jaishankar Kampala Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh reaffirmed India's long-standing commitment to the Palestinian cause and the pursuit of peace in the Middle East during...

Highlights and goals of Algeria 2-1 Uganda en 2026 World Cup qualifiers

EVENT ENDED Algeria completed an exciting comeback in Tizi Ouzou, defeating Uganda 2-1. A brace from Amoura, both from the penalty spot, secured the home win after an intense match filled with injuries, drama, and a tense finish. FULL TIME at the...

The Worst in Everyone

Trump. Any discussion of politicians behaving boorishly naturally begins with the president. In endorsing Cuomo on Monday, Trump remained true to form: Rather than lobby New Yorkers to deliver the result he wants, he threatened and extorted them...

World News | MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to Lead Indian Delegation at NAM Mid-Term Ministerial in Uganda on Oct 15-16

New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh will lead the Indian delegation for the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) being...

Next era of global health in Africa relies on investing in African scientists

As the World Health Summit concludes in Berlin, Africa’s global health progress is at a crossroads. Confronted with the withdrawal of traditional funders and growing geopolitical uncertainty, countries and leaders have a unique opportunity to...

Kazibwe’s chronicling of corruption scandals reminds Ugandans of the battle at hand

Beyond AccountabilityHow far can your memory stretch when it comes to naming some of the most prominent corruption-related cases in Uganda? Chances are high that many would limit their lists to the nearly 40 years of the National Resistance...

New report exposes the human toll of Uganda’s oil push

When Uganda struck oil along the shores of Lake Albert, international investors hailed it as East Africa’s next great energy frontier. China’s Cnooc, France’s TotalEnergies, and the state-backed Uganda National Oil Company positioned the...

IsraAID Uganda outs new masterplan to help refugees

In the face of escalating global refugee crisis and a shrinking pool of humanitarian funding, IsraAID Uganda is charting a determined path forward. Building upon a decade of experience, the organization has officially launched its ambitious...

The Gen Z protests and the struggle for the United Socialist States of Africa

One hundred and fifty years after the imperialist partition of Africa, and six decades after the flags of formal independence were first raised, the continent is a social powder keg. Mass protests in Tanzania have shattered the myth of a peaceful...

Inside Uganda’s development economics

As Uganda's economy charts a growth trajectory with a remarkable 6.3% expansion in the fiscal year 2024-2025, it is juxtaposed with an inflation tick up to 4%, presenting a complex landscape for investors. The juxtaposition of booming economic...

Parliament wants govt to address hunger & mal nutrition.

14 October 2025 Parliament proposes that government prioritizes food and nutrition in national planning and budgeting to address the persistent challenges of hunger and malnutrition. The Chairperson Parliamentary Alliance on Food and Nutrition...

Cost-Effectiveness of New TB Diagnosis Methods in Uganda

In a groundbreaking study conducted in Uganda, researchers have introduced novel stool processing methods for diagnosing tuberculosis in children under five years of age. Tuberculosis (TB) remains a pressing public health concern globally,...

Dhaka air `unhealthy for sensitive groups’ Tuesday morning

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital city of Bangladesh, has ranked 10th on the list of cities with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 105 at 9:02am on Tuesday morning. Dhaka’s air was classified as ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ referring to...

Assembly pushes for law to end deadly hospital delays

The National Assembly’s Library and Research Department has sounded the alarm over what it calls a dangerous legal vacuum that allows hospitals to delay or refuse emergency medical treatment while waiting for police clearance. The report titled:...

Obama’s star turn before crucial votes laid bare Democrats’ talent shortage

Whenever Barack Obama steps before a microphone these days, his speeches are a bittersweet reminder to Democrats that their most potent unifying force can only cheer from the sidelines. On Saturday, the former president campaigned for Abigail...

Seniors lead humanitarian mission in Uganda

Harvesting fish from a hand-dug pond, so villagers have more protein in their diets Photos courtesy of Global African Village Retirees often pursue the dreams they’ve delayed until they had the time—from writing a novel to traveling to making a...

What is type 5 diabetes? Newly recognized form of the disease gets name" target="_self" data-before-rewrite-localise="/health/diabetes/what-is-type-5-diabetes-newly-recognized-form-of-the-disease-gets-name

Scientists have formally recognized a new type of diabetes, dubbed type 5 diabetes, that is thought to affect 20 to 25 million people worldwide. The condition, which is most common in Asia and Africa, was first identified more than 70 years ago...