Uganda Leads The Charge On Triple Elimination Of Hiv, Syphilis, And Hepatitis B Transmission In Africa
Uganda has taken center stage in the global public health arena by hosting the first-ever High-Level Conference on the Triple Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B. The landmark event, held in Kampala, marks a significant step forward for Africa in the fight to eliminate these life-threatening infections, especially among mothers and
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Media Review – 22nd, July 2025
NEW VISION SHACU INTENSIFIES ON DISTRICT STAFF SELLING JOBS PAGE 3 The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) has intensified the probe into allegations that District Service Commission (DSC) members ask job seekers for money as a prerequisite for recruitment. IGG COMMENDS WHISTLBLOWERS FOR EXPOSING PDM THIEVES PAGE 3 The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Betty
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Media Review – 21st, July 2025
NEWVISION FIRST LADY JOINS MENGO SENIOR SCHOOL TO CELEBRATE 130 YEARS PAGE 2 The celebrations held at the school grounds, featured various dignitaries, with the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni as the chief guest. PRESIDENT MUSEVENI PROMISES TO INCREASE PDM MONEY FOR GHETTOS PAGE 4-5 “Now, here in the
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Media Review – 15th, July 2025
NEWVISION GOVERNMENT UPGRADES 1,700 HEALTH CENTRES, 168,000 NEW MEDICS TO BE RECRUITED Page: 3 Summary: For Ugandans who have been travelling long distances to towns in search of laboratory and maternity services, these essential health services have now been brought closer, to parish level. On the other hand, emergency surgeries and blood transfusions will now
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Media Review – 10th, July 2025
Newvision GOVERNMENT GIVES OVER 57000 RESIDENTS FREE LAND TITLES Page:2 Summary: The Ministry of Lands, Housing & Urban Development has issued 57,325 freehold titles to residents in nine districts under the World Bank-supported Systematic Land Adjudication and Certification (SLAAC) programme. HON. THOMAS TAYEBWA ASKS CHINESE INVESTORS TO EXPLORE UGANDA’S TOURISM SECTOR Page: 2 Summary: The
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Uganda Launches Nationwide Health Survey to Tackle HIV and Lifestyle Diseases
Uganda has launched a major nationwide health survey aimed at strengthening the fight against HIV and addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as high blood pressure and diabetes. The Ministry of Health, in partnership with Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), on Monday flagged off 35 field teams to conduct the
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Government Commissions 28 Upgraded Health Facilities in Busoga to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health
The Government of Uganda has opened 28 improved health centres in Busoga to provide better services for mothers, newborn babies, children, and teenagers. The Ministry of Health launched the refurbished facilities at Bulamagi Health Centre III in Iganga District. This work was supported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency
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Uganda Launches Groundbreaking National HIV Survey to Accelerate 2030 Elimination Goal
The Government of Uganda has officially launched the Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) 2024–2025 survey, a landmark national initiative aimed at accelerating the country’s progress towards eliminating HIV as a public health threat by 2030. The survey, set to begin in early 2025 after an extensive period of preparation, marks a critical moment in
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Uganda’s Progress in Emergency Medical Services
Uganda is making significant strides in enhancing its healthcare system, particularly in emergency medical services. The Honourable Anifa Kawooya Bangirana, Minister of Health, recently shared updates during a meeting with healthcare professionals, government officials, and community first responders on this progress and emphasised the importance of teamwork, commitment, and careful planning. Previously, the idea of
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Media Review – 28th, May 2025
NEWVISION FIRST LADY ENCOURAGES CHURCH ELDERS AND DEACONS TO BE COURAGEOUS Page: 2 Summary: The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Museveni, has urged newly ordained elders and deacons of the Covenant Nations Church to embrace their calling with strength, courage and unwavering faith in God. GOVERNMENT SUSPENDS NEW ADMISSION RULES
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