Mama FM
Ministry of Health
6 December 2024, 7:13 pm
Children under 5 to benefit from maleria vaccine
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is set to introduce the malaria vaccine, R21, in April 2025, becoming the 19th country to do so. This initiative is particularly significant, as Uganda ranks third globally in malaria cases and eighth in malaria-related deaths.…
29 November 2024, 4:46 pm
UMWA empowers journalists and female politicians in Arua to amplify women’…
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Media Women’s Association (UMWA) held a transformative training for journalists and female politicians in Arua District, focusing on public affairs reporting, civic engagement, and public accountability. The workshop aimed to bridge the gap between women…
29 November 2024, 4:11 pm
Public urged to support data collectors during malaria survey
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), has launched the Malaria Indicator Survey (MIS) to assess the impact of malaria control measures. The survey, running from December 2024 to January 2025,…
28 November 2024, 3:22 pm
Minister Kawooya calls for focus on TB and Leprosy prevention
By Byamukama Alozious Minister of Health for State General Duties, Hanifa Kawooya Bangirana, emphasised the need to focus on prevention and digitalisation of patient data at the 7th annual tuberculosis and leprosy conference. The conference brought together stakeholders to reflect…
11 November 2024, 12:43 pm
Uganda’s nutrition sector adopts technology with Nutritionist 256 app launch
By Byamukama Alozious The Allied Nutritionists Association of Uganda (ANAU) recently launched a digital application designed specifically to support nutrition professionals and students. Named “Nutritionist 256,” the app offers a range of resources, short courses with certification, and advanced data…
2 November 2024, 12:44 pm
Kampala boda boda riders targeted in HIV testing campaign
By Byamukama Alozious In an effort to curb the spread of HIV/AIDS, the Ministry of Health, Kampala Capital City Authority, and Boda Boda leadership have launched a joint campaign to test Boda Boda riders for HIV. According to Kanyike Kivili,…
31 October 2024, 6:46 pm
Uganda’s Mpox outbreak: Students and Kampala residents at high risk
By Byamukama Alozious As Mpox cases continue to rise in many parts of Uganda, students have emerged as the most affected group in the ongoing outbreak, which began in August this year. The Ministry of Health reports that individuals aged…
16 October 2024, 10:37 am
Uganda ready for malaria vaccine in routine immunisation schedule
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Health announced the introduction of the malaria vaccine into Uganda’s routine immunisation schedule. Starting April 2025, children below five years will receive four doses of the vaccine, beginning at six months. The vaccine, prequalified…
10 October 2024, 4:37 pm
Worker dismissed in Hoima over HIV status raises workplace human rights concerns
By Byamukama Alozious The alarming trend of workplace discrimination against people living with HIV (PLHIV) continues to surface, with a recent case from Hoima sparking outrage among civil society organizations and human rights advocates. A woman, working as a laundry…
4 October 2024, 1:14 pm
460,000 need palliative care services amidst challenges
Byamukama Alozious As Uganda prepares to celebrate World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, thousands of citizens suffer without access to essential palliative care services. Approximately 460,000 Ugandans require palliative care, but less than 15% receive these vital services. This staggering…