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5 March 2026, 3:48 pm
Malaria still a major threat to pregnant women in Africa- Study
Byamukama Alozious Malaria in pregnancy remains a leading contributor to a woman’s risk of maternal anaemia and its consequences in much of sub-Saharan Africa. A new study shows that malaria remains one of the leading causes of anaemia among pregnant…
13 February 2026, 5:41 pm
African women drive climate solutions across the continent
By Byamukama Alozious On Thursday 13th February 2026, more than 100 journalists and climate advocates from Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi, and South Africa came together virtually for a cross-border science café hosted by the AMSCC Consortium, discussing the intertwined…
5 February 2026, 12:37 pm
Climate shocks undermine Uganda’s fight against malaria
By Byamukama Alozious Credit; Musinguzi Blanshe Climate change is tightening its grip on Uganda’s long struggle against malaria. New global research warning that climate change could drive an additional 123 million malaria cases and more than 500,000 deaths across Africa…
23 January 2026, 3:32 pm
Climate change, flooding fuel disease outbreaks across Africa – WHO
By Byamukama Alozious The World Health Organization (WHO) African Region has warned that climate change, flooding, and population displacement are accelerating the spread of cholera and other deadly diseases across parts of Africa, particularly in Southern Africa. Speaking during a…
20 January 2026, 12:07 pm
Climate change devastates poultry farmer as heat kills birds in Luweero
By Byamukama Alozious Ssegawa, a seasonal journalist who recently ventured into poultry farming, is facing distressing losses after extreme heat conditions led to the death of some of her birds. Operating her poultry farm in Zirobwe, Luweero District, Ssegawa says…
16 December 2025, 5:19 pm
Kampala braces for hotter, drier December with occasional light showers – scie…
By Byamukama Alozious Climate scientists have warned that Kampala and its surrounding areas are likely to experience hotter-than-usual temperatures and predominantly dry conditions throughout December, with only occasional, isolated light showers expected as the dry season sets in. The projection…
10 December 2025, 10:05 pm
Feminist movements in Uganda confront rising threats and challenges
By Annet Nakato Feminist movements across Uganda and the wider region are grappling with a rapidly shifting landscape marked by rising violence against women and girls (VAWG), shrinking civic space, intensifying climate crises, and an alarming surge in digital and…
13 October 2025, 2:09 pm
Climate change and human greed drive birds away from Uganda
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda, once known for its vibrant skies and the early morning songs of birds, is slowly losing that natural melody. Environmentalists say a combination of climate change, deforestation, pollution, and human greed is driving many bird species…
25 September 2025, 12:57 am
Presidential Candidate Mafabi stands bold on climate change
By Byamukama Alozious As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) flagbearer, has unveiled a bold climate change plan. Mafabi stated that he is well-equipped to tackle the pressing issue of…
18 September 2025, 3:54 pm
Education sector aims to combat climate change through adopting new technologies
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda’s education sector is facing a growing challenge mitigating its impact on the environment. With thousands of students in schools, the demand for tree cutting for paper manufacturing, firewood to cook meals is taking a toll on…