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    VERIFIED: Museveni Confirms Postponement of Martyrs’ Day Over Ebola Fears

    Nexus Media has verified the authenticity of a presidential statement confirming the postponement of this year’s Martyrs’ Day celebrations due to Ebola concerns connected to Eastern Congo.

    UGANDA HEIGHTENS SURVEILLANCE AS RARE EBOLA OUTBREAK SPREADS IN EASTERN DRC

    Health experts warn that the Bundibugyo Ebola strain presents a unique challenge due to the absence of approved vaccines and targeted treatments, increasing reliance on rapid detection, strict contact tracing, community awareness, and cross-border coordination to contain transmission.

    From the Pitch to Purpose: Uganda’s Fight Against Malaria Finds a New Voice

    During the event, the Parliamentary Malaria Walk was officially activated, turning the football pitch into a platform for awareness. The message was simple and direct: malaria is preventable, and it can be beaten.

    GOVERNMENT ROLLS OUT MEASLES CAMPAIGN TARGETING MILLIONS OF CHILDREN AMID 10,000+ CASES

    Government has announced a nationwide measles-rubella immunization campaign targeting millions of children, following a surge in infections that has seen more than 10,000 cases...

    Kampala’s Rising Surgical Births: What’s Behind the Trend?

    Kampala is witnessing a steady increase in Caesarean section (C-section) deliveries, raising questions about the factors shaping childbirth choices in the area. According to the...

    Government Moves to Curb Unsafe and Illegal Construction with New Building Law Reforms

    The National Building Review Board (NBRB) has unveiled sweeping reforms under the newly operational Building Control (Amendment) Act, 2026, introducing tougher penalties, faster approval...

    Health Ministry Warns Against Self-Medication Ahead of Uganda Pharma Healthcare 2026

    The Ministry of Health has issued a fresh warning to Ugandans against self-medication, highlighting its long-term risks, including resistance to prescribed drugs. At a press...

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