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Sexual reproductive health rights

26 April 2026, 5:30 pm

Abortion restrictions costing women lives in Uganda

In Uganda, abortion remains illegal except under limited and poorly defined circumstances, many women are pushed into dangerous choices   which contributes to  26% of maternal deaths. The Ministry of Health estimates that about 42% of pregnancies un intended, yet access…

19 July 2024, 12:14 pm

Journalists and health experts unite to enhance SRHR reporting

By Byamukama Alozious A meeting organised by the Communications unit at the Ministry of Health brought together health reporters to address Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) challenges in Uganda, including the alarming fact that 34% of maternal deaths…