Tag: Jane Ruth Aceng

IS IT THE END OF THE BEGINNING OR THE BEGINNING OF THE END? The increasing risk of Kampala city floods

Kampala city is the heart of Uganda with all government offices, business centers, education centers and human settlements both in luxurious settlements and un-gazetted settlements commonly referred to as slums Flooding remains a complex challenge in Uganda’s...

Joint Security Battles Kenyan Warriors, Recovers Stolen Livestock in Kaboong

Crime

A total of 11 cattle and four donkeys have been recovered in Kaboong District following a fierce confrontation between the joint security forces and warriors from Kenya. The livestock had been raided from the Kalapata trading center...

Health

MoH Mobilizes Countrywide Mpox Vaccination Campaign

The Minister for Health, Jane Ruth Aceng, has announced that the nationwide vaccination campaign for Ugandans against Mpox disease...

Health

Government to End Tuberculosis Disease by 2030—Health Ministry

The conference serves as a platform to share experiences, learn from best practices, and mobilize collective action to achieve a TB-free and leprosy-free Uganda while fostering strong partnerships and implementing innovative strategies.

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.

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MoH Tips Ugandans on How to Curb MPOX Spread

The Ministry of Health has called upon the public to be vigilant if the country is to curb the spread of Mpox disease in Uganda.

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Tayebwa Summons Minister Acheng to Address the Delay in...

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has summoned the Minister of Health, Jane Ruth Aceng, to address concerns about the deployment of medical interns.

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Construction of Lubowa Hospital Commences Following Pressure from LoP

Construction of the long-overdue Lubowa International Specialized Hospital has commenced following pressure from the Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi. According...

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