The celebration of African Traditional Medicine Day not only honors the rich heritage of traditional healing practices but also aims to integrate these methods into national health systems, enhancing their recognition and regulatory frameworks across Africa.
Uganda and Mozambique signed MoUs in Veterans and Combatant Management, protection of wildlife, and mutual exemption of visas for holders of diplomatic, service/official, and ordinary passports.
M-pox, which spreads from animals to humans through close contact with infected individuals, has raised concerns due to its recent resurgence in neighboring countries. As of September 2, 2024, Uganda had reported a total of 10 confirmed cases from five districts.
The East African Community is made up of eight countries; currently among them are Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, the DRC, South Sudan, and recently added Somalia.
The two countries share strong historical bonds through the FRONASA and FRELIMO liberation struggles from the shackles of colonialism and bad governance in the post-colonial era, which is a strong foundation in enhancing bilateral cooperation.
In light of the recent terror alerts from the US and UK, as well as the devastating attack on Lhubiriha Secondary School in 2023, school administrators must prioritize the safety and well-being of students and staff.
The course saw participation from 400 trainees, supported by eight instructors from the UPDF 4th Infantry Division and the Patriotic Corp. Gulu College of Health Sciences, a government-funded institution.