Tag: World Health Organization

Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public University in Busoga Sub-Region

“After discussing the proposal to establish Busoga University as a public university, Cabinet decided to name it Iganga University,” Lumumba said.

Omukama Nyabongo I Names Interim Government, Maintains Prime Minister Rwomiire

Culture

Omukama Edward Rukiidi Nyabongo I, a son to Prince Christopher Paul Kiijanangoma and a grandson of Omukama George David Kamurasi Rukiidi ascended to the throne on September 29th, 2026, after the death of his cousin King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV who succumbed to cancer at the age of 34 in the United states.

National News

UPC Raises Alarm Over Two Million Malnourished Ugandan Children

“According to World Health Organization, stunting has a lifelong consequence. Children who are stunted are more likely to experience failure to reach their physical potential,” Akena said.

Regional

Ebola Border Closure Cripples Trade Between Goma and Rwanda

Thousands of traders and residents who depend on daily cross-border commerce between eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and...

International

Rwanda Tightens Border Health Measures Amid Rising Regional Ebola...

Regional health experts say East African governments are increasingly treating epidemic preparedness as both a public health and economic security priority.

BREAKING NEWS

UGANDA HEIGHTENS SURVEILLANCE AS RARE EBOLA OUTBREAK SPREADS IN...

Health experts warn that the Bundibugyo Ebola strain presents a unique challenge due to the absence of approved vaccines and targeted treatments, increasing reliance on rapid detection, strict contact tracing, community awareness, and cross-border coordination to contain transmission.

International