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Government to Distribute 4.8 Million Mosquito Nets in Malaria Fight

The government is to distribute 4.8 million mosquitoes in the effort to control the spread of Malaria. This is the second phase in this month of April targeting 32 districts. This...

Parliamentary Committee Shocked by Mortality Rates at Mulago Women’s Hospital

Members of the Parliamentary Health Committee have been stunned on learning of the alarming maternal and neonatal mortality rates at Mulago Specialized Women and Neonatal Hospital. Dr. Sam Ononge, the...

Beenie Gunter Kicks Off 2026 Campaign With ‘Dreams Can’t Die’ Featuring Dexta Daps

Ugandan dancehall artiste Beenie Gunter, real name Crescent Baguma, has launched his 2026 music campaign with the release of a new single titled “Dreams Can’t Die”, featuring Jamaican star...

Ministry of health Rolls Out Locally Made Test Kits to Boost Diagnostics

The Ugandan government has begun distributing medical test kits manufactured domestically to enhance diagnostic capabilities. Dr. Susan Nabadda, Commissioner for Laboratory and Diagnostic Services, announced the rollout aimed at boosting...

The Silent Pandemic: Millions at Risk as Pharma Halts Superbug Research

By Our Reporter As the global threat of drug-resistant infections accelerates, the pharmaceutical industry is losing ground, leaving vulnerable populations in sub-Saharan Africa dangerously exposed, according to the newly released...

Uganda Records Rise in Malaria Cases – Minister Aceng

For over a decade, Uganda was hailed as a success story in the fight against malaria. Between 2009 and 2019, parasite prevalence in children under five fell from 45%...

Hamis Kiggundu Becomes Uganda’s Richest Person in 2026 With a Net Worth of $1.3 Billion

By Bossip Africa | Billionaires Index In 2026, Ugandan entrepreneur Hamis Kiggundu has become the country’s richest individual, with an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion, according to Bossip Africa’s...

Uganda okays Lenacapavir: Breakthrough HIV Prevention Drug Administered Twice a Year

The National Drug Authority (NDA) has approved Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention drug administered just twice a year, marking a major milestone in Uganda’s fight against HIV/AIDS. Announcing the decision,...

Coca-Cola Expands Portfolio with Bold New FANTA Pineapple Flavour

Ugandans now have a new reason to celebrate refreshment as FANTA introduces its latest flavour, FANTA Pineapple, bringing a bold, fruity twist to the brand’s iconic portfolio. Designed to deliver...

ONE Data Agent: Unlocking Trusted Health Financing Data with AI and Human Expertise

Yesterday marked the official launch of the ONE Data Agent, a groundbreaking platform developed in partnership with Google that combines the power of artificial intelligence with human expertise to...

Suicide Cases Surge Among Uganda’s Youth

Uganda is facing a silent crisis. Suicide, often hidden behind stigma and silence, is emerging as one of the country’s most pressing public health concerns. Recent figures reveal a...

UCHD 2025 : A Landmark Dialogue on Social Determinants of Health

The Uganda National Conference on Health, Human Rights, and Development (UCHD) 2025 has concluded, leaving behind powerful insights, bold conversations, and renewed commitments to advancing health equity. The bi-annual...

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Kiromo Partners with Crown Beverages to Bring “Mirinda Smiles” to Ugandan Schools

Kiromo Brand House has officially entered into a strategic partnership with Crown Beverages Limited to roll out an exciting nationwide schools activation campaign dubbed...

Makindye Court Hears Case of Armed Land Grab in Ndejje

The State House Anti-Corruption Unit, working jointly with the Police Criminal Investigations Directorate and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, has charged...

Museveni Congratulates Muhoozi Kainerugaba on 52nd Birthday

President Museveni has congratulated Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba on his 52nd birthday, describing it as a significant family and national milestone. In his message, he expressed...

Government set to brief Parliament on Fuel Price Surge, Scarcity Fears

Government is expected to brief Parliament next week on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, regarding growing concerns over alleged fuel scarcity and sharp price distortions...

Uganda Parliament Plan Exposes Weak Committee Performance in 11th Parliament

Uganda's Parliament Strategic Plan 2025-2030 reveals poor committee performance in the 11th Parliament, with average attendance of just 15 MPs per sitting and insufficient...