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24 December 2025, 3:32 pm
Uganda launches distribution of 25.8 million mosquito nets to combat malaria sur…
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda’s Ministry of Health has launched the distribution of 25.8 million insecticide-treated mosquito nets across 130 districts, targeting protection for 8.5 million people against malaria, the continent’s leading killer disease. The campaign prioritises vulnerable groups, including pregnant…
22 December 2025, 8:20 pm
Government launches nationwide distribution of mosquito nets
By Nakato Annet The Ministry of Health, together with the National Medical Stores (NMS), has launched a nationwide campaign to distribute mosquito nets aimed at reducing malaria infections across Uganda. Speaking at the launch, the Minister of Health, Jane Ruth…
15 December 2025, 3:48 pm
Every woman counts: Promoting early detection and life-saving cancer awareness
By Regina Nassanga Women Let’s Talk | Every Thursday 1:15–3:00 PM In this episode of Women Let’s Talk, we hosted Ms Gertrude Nakigudde, CEO of the Uganda Women’s Cancer Support Organisation (UWOCASO). She discussed the current state of women’s cancers…
15 December 2025, 3:31 pm
Empowered youth, healthier women: Raising awareness on cervical cancer preventio…
By Wilex Mukisa Youth Talk Show | Every Saturday 2:00–3:30 PM This episode of the Youth Talk Show focuses on cervical cancer and what every young woman should know about prevention and early detection. Listen to this informative radio programme,…
15 December 2025, 3:01 pm
Regional hospitals achieve full coverage with mobile TB clinics
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda has expanded access to tuberculosis (TB) services with the launch of 11 new mobile TB clinic trucks, bringing the total number of mobile units to 16 and ensuring coverage across the country’s 16 regional referral hospitals.…
11 December 2025, 7:42 pm
Health leaders call for stronger human resources, financing, and prevention
By Byamukama Alozious During the launch of the Annual Health Sector Performance Report for the 2024/25 financial year, top health sector leaders warned that Uganda’s ambitions for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) will not be achieved without strengthening human resources, health…
2 December 2025, 10:21 am
Uganda marks World AIDS Day as Museveni urges renewed HIV fight
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda on Monday commemorated World AIDS Day in Kizinda Town Council, Bushenyi District, with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urging the country to “remain vigilant” and protect itself against HIV. The message, delivered on his behalf by Vice…
30 November 2025, 8:38 pm
Putting nutrition at the frontline
By Byamukama Alozious Kamara Daniel, a dedicated nutritionist, has been recognised as Outstanding Nutritionist of the Year 2025 during the 6th Heroes in Health Awards held in Kampala on 14th November 2025. This milestone achievement marks a significant shift in…
11 November 2025, 1:26 pm
What you need to know about Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
By Patrick Ssenoga Disability is not Inability | Every Wednesday 1:15–3:00 PM In this episode of Disability is Not Inability, we discuss Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, what they are, how they develop, and their common signs and symptoms. We also…
10 November 2025, 4:57 pm
Uganda to host global experts for 11th annual adolescent health conference
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is set to take centre stage in global discussions on adolescent health as experts from around the world converge in Kampala for the 11th Annual Conference of the Society of Adolescent Health. The two-day event, scheduled…