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Global health leaders convene in Kampala to tackle non-communicable diseases
NTV Uganda
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Global health leaders convene in Kampala to tackle non-communicable diseases Health experts, government leaders, and representatives from non-governmental organizations around the world have converged in Kampala for a high-level conference aimed...
Uganda aims to boost wealth through Pharma Innovation
NTV Uganda
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Uganda aims to boost wealth through Pharma Innovation As National Science Week unfolds in Kampala, focus is shifting to how Uganda can harness innovation to create wealth, especially through pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical technologies....
How Equity Bank’s financial literacy has empowered young entrepreneurs in rural Uganda
Independent (Uganda)
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June 27, 2025
Participants share their feedback at the “Community of Practice” Workshop held on Thursday 26th June 2025 at the Mastercard Foundation offices in Kampala, Uganda. The “Community of Practice” Workshop featured partners working on the Young Africa...
Ugandan Health workers to receive advanced Esophageal Cancer training
NTV Uganda
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Ugandan Health workers to receive advanced Esophageal Cancer training A group of Ugandan health workers is set to benefit from a specialized training program on esophageal cancer management through a new partnership between the Uganda Cancer...
An Interview With Sheila Kemirembe: Transforming Health Systems Through Data Analytics
TechBullion
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June 27, 2025
In today’s digital health era, where innovation meets impact, few voices resonate with both purpose and technical clarity. We had the opportunity to speak with Sheila Kemirembe, a Global Health Policy and Management professional who is leading the...
Meet the dfcu Rising Woman finalist transforming Uganda’s meat sector one Halal cut at a time
Independent (Uganda)
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June 26, 2025
Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi (Right), Co-founder and CEO of Richland Foods Ltd, is building Uganda’s next food giant A Conversation with Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi, Founder of Richland Foods Ltd Diana Nabukenya Adeyemi, Co-founder and CEO of Richland...
National conference on advancing sexual health promotion
Irish Medical Times
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June 26, 2025
University of Galway hosts annual Health Promotion Conference addressing progress and emerging threats in sexual health University of Galway today hosted the annual Health Promotion Conference, with the focus this year on advancing sexual health...
India Seeks to Enhance Bilateral Ties with Uganda
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 27, 2025
By Faridah N Kulumba Recently the government of India invited 47 journalists, media professionals and editors from 23 countries from East Africa, Southern Africa, West Asia and North Africa for a familiarization tour in India. The East and...
Juba hosts the inaugural 10th East African Health and Scientific Conference
The City Review
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June 26, 2025
By Binia Elizabeth For the first time, Juba hosted the tenth edition of the East African Health and Scientific Conference (EAHSC), a regional conference that strengthens cooperation in health and enhances the EAC ideals of free movement of people,...
COMMENT: Ugandans, let’s not trade our rights like Esau
Independent (Uganda)
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June 26, 2025
FILE PHOTO: Ugandans voting at a previous election. In the looming election, many voters are giving up their power and voice for temporary gains COMMENT | WALTER AKENA | As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, a familiar pattern is...
Balancing wildlife and human needs at Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth park
Mongabay
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June 26, 2025
To the outside world, Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park is a model of successful conservation of wildlife amid declining populations in other parts of Africa. But while elephant, giraffe and buffalo populations have grown as much as sixfold,...
Indigenous Self-Determination in Practice: How BIDO and the Batwa Are Reclaiming Land, Rights, and Voice in Uganda
Cultural Survival - Massachusetts
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By Lucas Kasosi (Maasai, CS Intern) “When you are no longer allowed to talk to your ancestors, to pray in your forest, to feed yourself, then you are no longer fully alive.” —Alex Ahimbisibwe, Batwa Indigenous leader, educator, and founder of BIDO...
Merck Foundation Marks 'World Art Day' Through Their Film, Song, Media And Fashion Awards 2025 In Partnership With Africa's First Ladies To Raise Awareness About Social & Health Issues
MENAFN
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June 26, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) Merck Foundation ( ) , the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, marks 'World Art Day 2025' through their Pan African 'Art and Fashion with Purpose' Community, established by Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation....
Incidence and Risk Factors of Tuberculosis-Associated Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Dove Medical Press
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June 25, 2025
Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) was the fourth leading cause of death worldwide in 2021, accounting for approximately 5% of all global deaths. 1 Lancet Commission suggested that COPD should be classified into five types...
Tributes for Justice George Kanyeihamba: “An Icon Of Law”
Independent (Uganda)
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July 15, 2025
George Kanyeihamba Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Friends have paid tribute to Justice George Kanyeihamba who died on Monday morning at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala. Justice Kanyeihamba 84, served as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Uganda...
Musenero: herbal diabetes remedy to undergo clinical trials
NTV Uganda
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Musenero: herbal diabetes remedy to undergo clinical trials Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Monica Musenero, says that the locally developed herbal drug claimed to treat Type 2 diabetes is set to undergo clinical trials. The...
A journey of healing and hope from pastoral care to mental health counseling
Global Sisters Report
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June 26, 2025
There are moments in life when we are faced with pain so deep and struggles so intense, that we feel lost in our own world of suffering. I have walked this road, not only as a witness to others' pain but as someone who has endured loss, trauma and...
Intelsat Partners With Forest Whitaker NGO to Connect Learning Centers in South Sudan and Uganda
Via Satellite
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June 25, 2025
Intelsat is upgrading connectivity at 10 Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative sites in South Sudan and Uganda to support education. Photo: WPDI Intelsat is deploying high-speed internet to a number of community centers in South Sudan and...
President Museveni Calls for Nationwide Nutrition Campaign to Boost Sports Development
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 25, 2025
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on Uganda’s sports fraternity to collaborate with the Ministry of Health to promote nationwide public health education, especially on proper nutrition and discipline among young people. “Why can’t the...
Government Led Triumph, DTB and NFA Unite to Restore Mabira Forest, Bolstering Uganda’s Green Agenda
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 25, 2025
By David Mwanje In a shining example of public-private synergy, Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Uganda has partnered with the National Forestry Authority (NFA), under the stewardship of the Ministry of Water and Environment, to restore 19 hectares of...