Tag: Minister of Health

UHRC Resumes Regional Human Rights Tribunal Sessions

The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has resumed its second round of countrywide Tribunal sessions aimed at hearing and resolving complaints of alleged human rights violations. The latest sessions, which began this week in Fort Portal, are...

Rukungiri LC1 Chairman Wanted Over Murder of Suspected Coffee Thief

Crime

Police in Rukungiri District are searching for the LC1 Chairman of Ikondere Cell, Benson Turyahabwe, in connection with the alleged murder of a 28-year-old man accused of stealing coffee. The deceased, Robert Muhumuza also known as Muja,...

Health

Gov’t Secures 10 Acres of Naguru Land for UHI...

There is progress in decentralizing cancer treatment services, with the Gulu Regional Cancer Center now functional following its completion in 2023.

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.

National News

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.

National News

Health Minister Disputes Parliamentary Report on Mosquito Net Distribution...

The Minister of Health, Dr. Ruth Aceng, has disputed claims by the Members of Parliament on the health committee, who have revealed that her ministry has failed to oversee the distribution of mosquito nets to certain districts across the country.

National News

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.

Health

Deputy Speaker Tayebwa Tips MOH on Strategies to Eliminate...

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has asked the Ministry of Health (MOH) to develop a strategy countrywide...

National News

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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