Tag: Treatment

The Big Exit: The Future of Uganda’s Power, a Bold Step or a Risky Gamble?

UMEME’s 20-year presence in Uganda’s power sector has been a journey of struggle and progress. When it took over electricity distribution in 2005, the sector was in crisis frequent blackouts, massive energy losses, and an inefficient...

Ex-Umeme Boss Tips new Management on zero-tolerance to corruption

National News

As Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) officially takes over electricity distribution from Umeme, outgoing board chairman Patrick Bitature has tasked the new management board to prioritize a zero-tolerance policy on corruption in ensuring the new...

Uncategorized

ALERT: WHO Confirms Marburg Outbreak in Kagera, Tanzania

The World Health Organization (WHO) on January 13th, 2025, through their secure Event Information Site (EIS), confirmed an outbreak...

Health

Controversies on Sexual Activity as Cure for Prostate Cancer

Experts emphasize the importance of evidence-based approaches in managing cancer rather than relying on unverified claims about sexual activity as a cure, which many tune to pleasure as well as treatment at the same time.

Health

UAC Raises Alarm over Rising HIV Cases among Newborns

As Uganda strives to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV by 2030, the HIV prevalence reduced from 18% in 1990s to 5.1%. Currently, new HIV infections have reduced from 68,000 to 38,000. As a result, concerted efforts are needed to ensure that all expectant mothers receive adequate support and treatment.

Crime

Masaka Police Hunt for Suspect over Double Family Machete...

This attack highlights the need for greater awareness and support for victims of domestic violence and the importance of addressing substance abuse issues in the community.

Crime