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14 July 2025, 3:52 pm
Uganda to host triple elimination conference on HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is set to host the Triple Elimination Conference in Africa from 21st to 23rd July in Munyonyo, Kampala, with the aim of eliminating HIV, Hepatitis B, and syphilis. The conference will bring together policymakers, health professionals,…
5 July 2025, 12:55
Centenary Bank donates hospital materials worth millions to Kamuli Mission Hospi…
By Ali lukomo A Ugandan financial institution with Catholic roots has donated health materials worth 10 million shillings, including wheelchairs, reception chairs, and dustbins. While receiving the items, Centenary Bank’s Regional Manager, Mrs Beatrice Lugarambi, stated that the donation was…
3 July 2025, 2:27 pm
Gertrude Nakigudde’s journey: From cancer survivor to support champion
By Flora Aduk Last month was Cancer Survivors’ Month, and on Her Story 256, we featured Gertrude Nakigudde – a courageous cancer survivor and founder of the Uganda Women’s Cancer Support Organisation. Hear her powerful story of resilience, recovery, and…
30 June 2025, 18:06
Kyegegwa officials alarmed by low child immunisation rates in Rwentuha
By Noah Kasangaki Ateenyi Health officials in Kyegegwa District have raised concerns over low immunisation rates among children in Rwentuha Sub county, citing parental negligence and home births as key causes. The experts have expressed growing worry over the increasing…
30 June 2025, 11:27 am
Mothers camped at RDC’s office in Kasese deliver three healthy babies
By Barbra Muhindo Three mothers camped at the Resident District Commissioner’s office in Kasese Town have delivered three healthy babies, Kasese Guide Radio can reliably report. Ms Grace Biira, the camp chairperson, confirmed the news and said that, out of…
24 June 2025, 8:38 am
Civil Society raises concerns over FY2025/2026 national budget’s impact on…
Byamukama Alozious Civil society organizations (CSOs) in the health sector have expressed concerns over the recently approved national budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, citing funding gaps and inadequate allocations to critical health programs. The budget, worth UGX 72.13 trillion,…
23 June 2025, 9:18 pm
Government sued over violation of minor’s rights to emergency SRHR care
Byamukama Alozious A strategic interest case has been filed before the High Court of Uganda against the Attorney General, seeking justice for the gross violations of a 15-year-old girl’s rights to emergency Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) care. The girl,…
23 June 2025, 11:25 am
Menstrual hygiene management for girls with disabilities
By Ssenoga Patrick Disability is Not Inability on Mama FM! Last week, we discussed the crucial role parents and guardians play in supporting young girls with disabilities to manage their menstruation with dignity. Listen to the radio programme here. Disability…
16 June 2025, 8:59 am
UPDF soldiers in Somalia mark World Blood Donor Day
By Sarah Ejang Ugandan troops serving under the United Nations Guard Unit XI (UNGU XI) in Somalia joined the international community in commemorating World Blood Donor Day with a life-saving blood donation drive at the Level One Field Hospital in…
15 June 2025, 2:45 pm
Kampala young girls unite to discuss HIV prevention and teenage pregnancy
By Byamukama Alozious During the dialogue held by the Girls’ Act initiative under AHF-Uganda Cares, young girls and boys gathered to discuss critical issues affecting their community, including the recent rise of HIV infections among young people and teenage pregnancies.…