Tag: East African countries

Uganda Takes Lead as East Africa’s Virology Center of Excellence

Uganda has cemented its place as a regional health powerhouse after being officially designated East Africa’s Center of Excellence in Virology, a historic milestone that promises to revolutionize the fight against deadly viral diseases such as...

Ditch biomass, Embrace Clean Energy for Africa’s Growth – Says Museveni

Oil & Gas

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a clarion call to African nations to abandon outdated energy sources and embrace clean, affordable electricity as the key to reversing environmental damage and driving the continent’s economic renewal. Speaking to...

Lifestyle

Minister Adoa Roots for Unity among Ateker People

The Ateker people, who reside across several East African countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sudan, have long shared linguistic and cultural ties.

Health

Health Minister Warns of Rapid Mpox Spread in Uganda

Uganda on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, confirmed its first mpox death as the increasing number of laboratory-confirmed infections hit 164 in the country.

Education

Swahili is Key for Creating Job Opportunities for Ugandans-Museveni

Swahili is being taught in many East African countries and outside East Africa. Swahili is also taught in Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, Namibia, Mozambique, and South Africa. Swahili is being taught at Witwatersrand University, the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Pretoria University.

Politics