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<title>UK FUNDING CUT PLUNGES UGANDA’S FAMILY PLANNING INTO SUSTAINABILITY CRISIS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda’s efforts to expand affordable family planning through private health facilities face a severe sustainability test following the premature closure of a UK-funded initiative that served over 640,000 women. The nine-month Empowering Women for Better Reproductive Health Outcomes (EMPOWER) project, led by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Uganda and backed by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), ended early due to global reductions in official development assistance.
Dominic Ashton, Development Director at the British High Commission in Kampala, announced the funding shift at the project&#039;s closure. He warned that Uganda must urgently strengthen domestic financing to sustain donor-funded gains, noting that the £8.2 million EMPOWER investment is part of over £200 million the UK has funneled into Ugandan reproductive health since 2011.
“The £8.2 million the UK invested in EMPOWER is part of more than £200 million invested in reproductive, maternal and child health in Uganda since 2011,” Ashton said.
He said the early closure was not a reflection of the programme’s design or the commitment of its implementing partners, but rather a shift in the global development financing landscape.
The development raises questions about how Uganda will maintain affordable contraceptive supplies, trained health workers and private-sector service delivery systems after external funding ends.
Despite the shortened implementation period, EMPOWER recorded significant reach, serving more than 640,000 women through commercial family planning services and generating over 140,000 couple-years of protection, a measure of the cumulative period during which couples are protected against unintended pregnancy.
According to UNFPA Uganda Deputy Country Representative Daniel Alemu, the project sought to change how family planning services are financed and delivered by reducing dependence on donor-funded models and strengthening the commercial market.
“We set out on an ambitious journey: to shift the paradigm of family planning from heavy reliance on donor-funded models to a vibrant, self-sustaining, and market-driven ecosystem,” Alemu said.
The initiative enrolled 590 private service points, including health facilities and pharmacies, and trained 780 healthcare workers to provide modern, rights-based family planning services.
It also facilitated affordable pricing agreements for five priority reproductive health commodities, including long-acting reversible contraceptives such as three-year implants and five-year intrauterine devices.
Through mass media and an artificial intelligence-powered WhatsApp chatbot, the project reached nearly seven million people with family planning information.
EMPOWER was implemented in Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono, where rapid urbanisation, population growth and changing lifestyles have increased demand for reproductive health services.
The programme adopted the Total Market Approach, which encourages people able to pay for private healthcare to use commercial providers, allowing public facilities to concentrate resources on people who cannot afford the services.
Alemu said the model was intended to make family planning more sustainable by expanding commercial supply chains and reducing reliance on donor-funded commodities.
UNFPA also reported that private health insurers, including Old Mutual, CIC, Jubilee Health and Sanlam, had incorporated family planning into their standard health benefit packages.
The project established price agreements and distributor relationships intended to improve the availability of contraceptives in private clinics and pharmacies. Its trained healthcare workers are expected to continue offering services after the project closes.
However, sustaining these arrangements will require continued investment, reliable supplies and oversight, particularly as Uganda adjusts to a tighter international development financing environment.
Ashton urged the government to take greater responsibility for maintaining essential health services, arguing that donor support should strengthen national capacity rather than substitute for it.
“Donor funding should unlock national health capabilities, not substitute for them,” he said.
He called for stronger domestic financing, coordinated health-sector planning and accountability to ensure that essential commodities remain available and trained health workers continue providing quality services.
The UK is also shifting its development approach towards mobilising multilateral resources, strengthening technical partnerships and making sustainability a central consideration in future investments.
The funding changes come as Uganda continues to grapple with the cost of accessing reproductive health services, particularly for young people and low-income households who may struggle to pay commercial prices.
Dr Charles Ayume, Minister of State for Health in charge of Primary Health Care, welcomed EMPOWER’s engagement with private healthcare providers but said the government must find ways to make family planning commodities more affordable.
Ayume cited the cost of emergency contraception, saying a price of Shs10,000 could be prohibitive for some university students and other young people.
The minister urged the government to expand access to health services beyond conventional facilities, particularly for people whose work schedules make it difficult to visit health centres.
He proposed establishing small health-service facilities in markets to provide services such as family planning, immunisation and basic clinical care to vendors and other workers who spend long hours at their workplaces.
“Services must reach people in their communities,” Ayume said, emphasising that access barriers can prevent women from obtaining contraceptives even when services are available elsewhere.
Ayume said the government must also improve the use of available health resources by addressing absenteeism, wastage, theft of supplies and equipment breakdowns.
As EMPOWER comes to an early end, the central challenge will be whether the government, private healthcare providers and development partners can preserve its gains without continued project funding. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:43:34 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>HOW NWSC’S 10&#45;MILLION&#45;LITRE KANYANYA RESERVOIR WILL THIRST&#45;QUENCH KAMPALA’S EXPANDING SUBURBS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ For years, the rapid growth of the Kampala Metropolitan Service Area has outpaced its vital infrastructure. In the expanding urban and peri-urban hubs stretching across Wakiso District, access to reliable running water has shifted from a daily expectation to an unpredictable luxury.
To bridge this gap, the Government of Uganda, through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), has launched an ambitious infrastructural intervention: a 10-million-litre reservoir at Kanyanya Hill.
Designed to completely overhaul water distribution reliability, this massive engineering project will unlock the full potential of the recently commissioned Katosi Water Treatment Plant. By serving as a critical high-capacity storage node, the reservoir will absorb mass volumes of water from Katosi and seamlessly reroute it to millions of residents across seven major, water-stressed service zones.
According to NWSC Managing Director, Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha, the Kanyanya Hill project represents a strategic pivot toward proactive utility planning for a rapidly expanding city.
“The Government of Uganda is working to boost water supply reliability in the Kampala Metropolitan Service Area. The reservoir at Kanyanya Hill will enable the corporation to evacuate more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant, helping improve supplies to the targeted communities.”— Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha, NWSC Managing Director
While construction remains underway and an official completion date has yet to be finalised, the scale of the ongoing works signals a permanent shift away from emergency rationing toward long-term water security.
To rsolve the challenge,government of Uganda, through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), is constructing a reservoir with a capacity of 10 million litres at Kanyanya Hill to improve water supply reliability across the Kampala Metropolitan Service Area.
The project is expected to strengthen water distribution by enabling NWSC to evacuate more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant and supply communities across Wakiso District and surrounding areas.
NWSC Managing Director Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha said the reservoir forms part of ongoing government efforts to strengthen water infrastructure and improve service reliability in the rapidly growing metropolitan area.
“The Government of Uganda is working to boost water supply reliability in the Kampala Metropolitan Service Area,” Mugisha said.
He added that the reservoir at Kanyanya Hill would enable the corporation to evacuate more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant, helping improve supplies to the targeted communities.
The project is expected to benefit residents in seven major service areas: Wakiso, Kakiri, Gayaza, Nansana, Kanyanya, Luteete and Matugga.
In Wakiso, the targeted communities include Bugembegembe, Kayunga, Wakiso Town, Kasengeje, Gombe, Mende, Nkoowe, Kasa Ngombe, Sala, Sanda Kavumba, Mpunga, Namasanga, Buyera, Muyomba, Kikokiro, Kapeke, Kiwazi, Kisimbiri, Kabowa, Najjemba, Nakasuga, Namusera, Kyoga and Banda.
In Kakiri, the project is expected to improve water supply to Kikumbampa, Sebi, Kigaga, Kakiri Town, Mpegwe, Nakyelongosa, Kambe, Nadangira, Kitereede, Busujja, Nonve, Naguru, Buwanuka, Vugamira and Bukalango.
The Gayaza service area is also among the expected beneficiaries. The communities listed include Kasangati Town Council, Bulumu, Kiwamulimu, Namavundu, Kayebe, Kyankima, Kitegomba, Gitta, Nabutaka, Nalusoga, Buwagga, Bukemba, Majijje and Wampewo.
In Nansana, the targeted areas include Wamala, Katooke A and B, Gganda Nasere, Nsumbi, Kawoko, Kabulengwa, Kireka Biira, Nakabugo, Kyebando, Kabumbi, Yesu Amala, Naluvule, Ssenge, Masiitowa, Mutuyanye, part of Nabweru and Kibwa.
Residents of Kanyanya and neighbouring communities, including Kyanja, Tula Road, Kakungulu, Mpererwe, Namasole, Mugalu and Mwaze, are also expected to benefit from improvements to the water distribution system.
The Luteete service area includes Namere Road, Katalemwa Estate, Komamboga, Kitala, Kanyanya Road, Kanyanya Hill, Kyanja, Nameere, Kiteezi, Lusanja, Masooli, Kitetika, Nangabo, Bamba, Bumbu, Kitagobwa and Nakanaku.
In Matugga, the project is expected to benefit Kiryagonja, Lwadda, Matugga, Buwuzzume, Kungu, Kito, Kirwanira, Lwadda B, Kabunza, Katalemwa, Wattuba, Namalele, Kikajjo Kabaga, Kiteezi, Nekyesanja, Kitagobwa, Lubatu, Kabaganda, Wabitembe, Kayanga, Jjokolera, Kiti, Mayirikiti, Katta and Mawule.
Other targeted communities in the Matugga service area include Valley View and Green Estates, Jomayi, Kawanda, Kagoma, Kanyogoga, Kivuru, Nkojnkojeru, Mubende, Mabanda, Kisimu and Maganjo.
Mugisha said the project reflected the corporation’s commitment to expanding water infrastructure and extending reliable services to more communities as demand continues to grow.
“The reservoir will support the evacuation of more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant, helping NWSC improve water supply reliability across the targeted service areas,” he said.
Construction is ongoing, but NWSC has not specified when the reservoir is expected to be completed.
The project forms part of broader efforts to strengthen water production, storage and distribution infrastructure to meet rising demand for clean water in Kampala and its surrounding urban and peri-urban communities.
As real estate developments continue to sweep through Wakiso and Kampala&#039;s outskirts, the strain on utilities has never been higher. NWSC&#039;s investment at Kanyanya Hill is a acknowledgement that physical pipeline networks must grow in tandem with population density.
&quot;The reservoir will support the evacuation of more water from the Katosi Water Treatment Plant, helping NWSC improve water supply reliability across the targeted service areas,&quot; Dr. Mugisha emphasized. For families, business owners, and local institutions in these seven zones, the completion of this engineering feat will mark the end of dry taps and the beginning of a more resilient, clean-water future. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:32:29 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KATOSI–MUTUNGO WATER SUPPLY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TAKES SHAPE</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ KAMPALA WATER RELIEF: NWSC RACES TO COMPLETE KATOSI–MUTUNGO PROJECT BY NOVEMBER 2026


The Government of Uganda and the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) are on track to complete the Katosi–Mutungo Water Supply Improvement Project by November 2026. This strategic infrastructure upgrade will transfer Mutungo’s water demand from the heavily strained Muyenga network over to the high-capacity Katosi system.
By shifting this load, the project will instantly free up capacity within the Muyenga system. This ensure a more stable, reliable, and consistent water supply for households, businesses, and institutions across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area

Currently, the Mutungo service areas are served by the Muyenga system. The project is designed to facilitate the transfer of these service areas to the Katosi water supply system, thereby reducing the load on the Muyenga system and improving overall supply reliability within its service areas.

According to the projects details,the works involves the laying of approximately 3.8 km of DN600 DI pipeline from Seeta to Namanve. Upon completion, approximately 708 m³/hr of demand will be transferred from the Muyenga system to the Katosi system, thereby creating additional capacity within the Muyenga system.

The improved capacity and operating levels within the Muyenga system are expected to enhance water supply reliability in the following areas:

Rubaga, Lungujja, parts of Wakaliga Road, Busega, Natete, Ndebba, Mutundwe, Nalukolongo, Makindye, Salaama Road, Busabala, Mutesa I Road, Sentema Road, Rusaze, Mackay Road, Mbubi Road, Kamanya, Kitinzi, Kibumbiro, Albert Cook, Sekabakintu Road, Gumotoka and Kabuusu.

Bulenga, Buloba, Bulaga, Wotansimbi, Bukasa, Buyala, Kyebando, Gganda-Nasere, Kamu-Kamu, Bujjuko, Kawoko, Gombe-Kitasa, Naluvule, parts of Ssenge, Kabulengwa, Kireka-Biira, Nakabugo, Kigoma and Kayunga.

Overall, the project will contribute to improved water supply reliability, increased system capacity and greater supply flexibility between the Katosi and Ggaba systems, particularly benefiting customers in the above-mentioned areas.

The Government is working around the clock to complete the project by November 2026 and Upon completion, the project is expected to increase system capacity and provide greater supply flexibility, helping NWSC improve service reliability for customers in the targeted areas.
Greater Kampala&#039;s rapid urban expansion and an outdated distribution network are the primary causes behind the city&#039;s ongoing water pressure and scarcity woes. While the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has expanded raw water treatment capacity—most notably through the Katosi Water Treatment Plant  the underlying issue is a severe bottleneck in network distribution and pipe capacity, rather than an overall lack of water.
The primary factors driving Kampala&#039;s persistent water pressure and supply issues include the undersized and aging colonial-era pipes that cannot handle or adequately distribute the full daily volume of treated water to rapidly growing suburbs,Grid fluctuations and national blackouts where a 1-hour power outage requires up to 6 hours to stabilize system pressure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:12:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UEDCL LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE DRIVE TO SAVE 3,000 LIVES</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has launched a massive nationwide blood donation campaign aiming to collect 3,000 units of blood across its 15 operational territories reaffirming its commitment to community welfare as part of its Customer Experience Month activities.

Part of its Customer Experience Month activities, the initiative is themed “The Extra Mile” and runs in partnership with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Service (UBTS) and the Uganda Red Cross Society.

Speaking at the launch, Eng. Joselyn Rwakakooko Rwabwogo, the UEDCL Managing Director, emphasized that true customer service goes beyond keeping the lights on.
The campaign reflects UEDCL’s core belief in corporate social responsibility and promoting public health.
 While mobilizing for health, Eng. Rwabwogo reaffirmed UEDCL’s ongoing work to improve the power supply through network strengthening, substation upgrades, and faster response times.

UEDCL’s Customer Experience and Corporate Affairs teams are working closely with territory managers to rally staff, customers, and the public.

The campaign comes at a crucial time for Uganda&#039;s healthcare system. Leaders from partner organizations shared key insights on the state of national blood collection:

Representing the Uganda Blood Transfusion Service Executive Director, Dr Dorothy, Mr Mugisha commended UEDCL and other partners for supporting efforts to ensure the availability of blood for patients in need.

He reported that annual blood collection had increased from 460,000 to approximately 475,000 units, highlighting the contribution of partnerships and voluntary donors to the country&#039;s blood supply. He called for sustained public participation to ensure that blood remains available for medical emergencies, surgery, childbirth complications and patients with blood disorders.

He urged corporate bodies, MPs, and cultural leaders to view blood donation as a shared civic responsibility.

He emphasised that the need for blood cannot be eliminated entirely, even with improvements in healthcare and preventive services, making regular donations essential to sustaining transfusion services.

Uganda Red Cross Society Secretary General Robert Kwesiga said Blood donation must be a continuous, year-round effort rather than a one-off event. Bringing drives directly to workplaces and schools is key to maintaining a stable supply.

Kwesiga noted that taking donation activities closer to workplaces, schools, religious institutions and other community settings helps broaden participation and strengthen national blood collection efforts.

Evas Bwzirakakye (Head of Customer Experience) said a single donation has the power to save multiple lives. She called on all eligible Ugandans to join the cause this October.

Evas Bwzirakakye, the Head of Customer Experience at UEDCL called on eligible Ugandans to embrace voluntary blood donation and encourage others to participate, noting that a single donation can help save lives.

The campaign forms part of UEDCL&#039;s October Customer Experience Month, through which the company seeks to go beyond its core electricity distribution mandate and demonstrate care for the well-being of its customers and the wider community. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:30:28 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MOROTO MINING  SEX BOOM DRIVING  TENFOLD HIV SPIKE</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Behind the statistical data of Moroto’s economic growth is a devastating reality for its most vulnerable residents.

 As a rapid influx of miners and job seekers transforms the district, local young girls are caught in a cycle of extreme poverty and survival sex—sometimes trading their bodies for something as simple as a hot meal.
The joint health initiative recently launched in Moroto is putting a spotlight on these human stories, shifting the focus from corporate profit to community survival.
Judith Nakalembe, a human rights advocate with the Center for Health, Human Rights and Development (CEHURD), warns that deep-seated poverty is driving young girls into highly dangerous situations.

With limited ways to make a living, many find themselves exploited by the sudden influx of laborers who have disposable income from the mining sites.
&quot;We have realized that young girls nowadays exchange sex for small things like chapatti and other incentives. Later, when they conceive, they run for unsafe abortions, and as a result, many have lost their lives.&quot;— Judith Nakalembe, CEHURD Advocate.

These desperate trade-offs have fueled an alarming tenfold increase in new HIV infections across the district. For these girls, the immediate threat of hunger outweighs the long-term risk of a virus—especially when basic protection is out of reach due to a severe, ongoing shortage of condoms at local mining camps.

For those already living with HIV in Moroto, the boom brings a double-edged sword: increased economic activity but heightened social isolation.
To combat this, local leaders are calling for a shift in how the community views the virus. Samuel Lokong, the Moroto District Principal Assistant Secretary, is urging people living with HIV to step forward as community ambassadors.

The heart of the new initiative is grassroots connection. Instead of waiting for patients to walk through clinic doors, teams from CEHURD, TASO, and NAFOPHANU are actively going into mining communities and sub-counties.
By building networks of local peer leaders, they are working to ensure that a young girl looking for a meal or a miner seeking a livelihood is met with education, protection, and dignity—rather than a life-threatening diagnosis
Health organizations and Moroto District local Government have launched a major joint initiative to halt a surge in new HIV infections and streamline integrated care for people living with the virus. 

The intervention responds to an alarming tenfold increase in new HIV cases. Local authorities link this spike to rapid economic expansion and a massive influx of job seekers drawn to local mining operations and business hubs. While Moroto&#039;s overall HIV prevalence of 2.1% remains below Uganda&#039;s national average, officials warn that the sudden acceleration of new infections threatens to dismantle years of prevention progress.

Charles Onyang Omudu, the Moroto District HIV/AIDS Focal Point Person, stressed that economic migration is overwhelming current prevention resources. He revealed that the District HIV Coordination Committee is severely underfunded following U.S. aid reductions to USAID. Omudu appealed to regional allies, including Baylor-Uganda, to help bridge these critical financial gaps. 

Compounding the problem, Hassan Naburi, the Moroto District Chairperson of NAFOPHANU, raised red flags over an acute shortage of condoms. He emphasized that limited availability is actively undermining safety initiatives within highly vulnerable mining communities ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:33:43 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>The Face That Forced Makerere to Blink: Hanifah Nakiryowa’s 15&#45;Year Battle for Justice</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ For fifteen years, Hanifah Nakiryowa has carried the brutal, agonizing reality of her trauma written directly onto her skin. Her face, surgically reconstructed after a horrific 2011 acid attack, stands as a permanent monument to a nightmare that most would try to bury. But while Hanifah spent a decade and a half navigating the physical and psychological debris of that day, the elite halls of Makerere University chose to look away. For fifteen years, the institution allowed the man she openly accuses of masterminding the attack—her ex-husband, Associate Professor Faisal Buyinza—to thrive in comfort, prestige, and institutional power.
But Hanifah refused to remain a hidden casualty. When the formal justice system failed to deliver accountability between 2011 and 2014, and when institutional apathy threatened to erase her story, she weaponized her own survival. She did not wait for permission or institutional blessings; she forced the world to look. Through a relentless digital campaign and the raw vulnerability of her shared experiences, Hanifah turned her private agony into a very public reckoning.
&quot;This gentleman is the reason I look like this today,&quot; Hanifah recently declared to the digital court of public opinion, refusing to let Makerere pretend her alleged abuser was just another respected academic. &quot;It has been 15 years and now it is my moment of truth.&quot;
Her voice—sharp, unapologetic, and echoing across the internet—finally shattered Makerere’s decades of comfortable silence. On October 7, 2026, Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Sarah N. Ssali ordered Buyinza to step down from his leadership positions pending an official investigation. While the university has attempted to frame this as an orderly, bureaucratic process, heavily stressing that Buyinza’s removal is a mere &quot;administrative measure&quot; and not a &quot;finding of guilt,&quot; the public narrative has already shifted. This moment is not a victory for institutional policy; it is a testament to one woman&#039;s absolute refusal to be silenced.
The roots of this reckoning trace back to a painful turning point in 2011. After leaving a seven-year abusive marriage—an act of defiance in a traditional society where women often face systemic oppression—Hanifah went to pick up her children from her estranged husband’s home. It was there that acid was thrown into her face. The attack was so vicious that the couple&#039;s 18-month-old daughter was also injured after rushing toward her mother&#039;s screams. The physical toll was catastrophic: Hanifah lost her nose, the vision in her right eye, and faced severe facial deformities, beginning a grueling, multi-year journey of reconstructive surgeries.
Yet, it was during her initial recovery in the burns unit at Mulago Hospital that a broader mission was born. Surrounded by other men and women disfigured by acid, Hanifah discovered a hidden community suffering under intense stigma, discrimination, and isolation. In 2012, she founded the Centre for Rehabilitation of Survivors of Acid and Burns Violence (CERESAV). Guided by the motto &quot;Unveiling the Scars,&quot; the organization encourages survivors to embrace both their physical and emotional wounds without shame, while aggressively advocating for legal reforms regarding the sale and distribution of acid.
Today, at 35, Hanifah’s impact stretches far beyond Uganda. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she serves as a Global Health Associate for the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, channeling her advocacy skills into the Women’s Health Activist Movement (WHAMglobal) and serving on the Face Forward Patient Advocacy Board.
For years, Hanifah watched from afar as her alleged attacker-maintained authority over a university department, warning the public that he remained in a position to manipulate young women while she fought to reclaim her life. By stepping into the light and encouraging other silenced women to speak out, she single-handedly forced one of Africa’s oldest and most prestigious universities to account for the company it keeps.
Makerere’s new investigative committee has until November 6, 2026, to deliver its findings. But whatever the ivory tower ultimately decides, Hanifah Nakiryowa has already won the most critical battle: she broke the silence, she claimed her truth, and she forced the institution to finally look her in the face. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:48:33 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Dont Wait For Retirement:Save For Your Future Now NWSC Boss Tells Staff</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) hosted a special Retirement Meet and Greet at the International Resource Centre (IREC) in Bugolobi, honoring staff members who retired between January and July 2026. Spearheaded by Director of Human Resources Ms. Eunice Alanyo, the event celebrated the dedicated years of service rendered by the retirees while offering practical guidance on navigating and securing life after formal employment.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Silver Mugisha commended the Human Resources Directorate for the initiative and stressed the urgent need to prepare employees for retirement while they are still in active service. He underscored the vital role of financial literacy in achieving long-term independence and security.
“Invest in unit trusts, bonds and NSSF so that you are able to get the maximum benefit from the money you have,” Dr. Mugisha advised, noting that sound financial decisions made during active working years lay the groundwork for a stable future.
Central to his address was a framework for holistic success summed up in the acronym HEND: Hard Work, Entrepreneurship, Networking, and Discipline. He elaborated that hard work builds resilience and steers individuals clear of shortcuts, while entrepreneurship creates alternative revenue streams that outlast formal jobs. Furthermore, he noted that intentional networking unlocks valuable knowledge and collaborative prospects, and discipline provides the self-control required to sustainably manage resources and achieve long-term objectives. Beyond HEND, he encouraged staff to cultivate time management, integrity, consistency, a positive attitude, empathy, and teamwork.
Turning his attention to the retirees, Dr. Mugisha expressed deep gratitude for their diverse contributions to NWSC’s institutional growth and service delivery. He reaffirmed the Corporation’s steadfast commitment to honoring long service, noting that qualifying employees who retire after at least 25 years of service are entitled to lifetime medical care.
Emphasizing that retirement does not sever ties with the organization, Dr. Mugisha described the retirees as an invaluable “reserve task force” possessing rich institutional knowledge. He explained that individuals possessing specialized skills could still be engaged on special contracts whenever the Corporation requires their expertise.
For employees currently in active service, his directive remained direct and actionable: remain relevant, continuously develop specialized competencies, and commence retirement planning early. He urged staff to make themselves indispensable while proactively preparing for the transition ahead, viewing retirement not as an end, but as a purposeful new chapter. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:36:54 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Kampala International University Triumphs at Inaugural Inter&#45;University Surgical Skills Competition</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/kampala-international-university-triumphs-at-inaugural-inter-university-surgical-skills-competition</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ KAMPALA, UGANDA — Kampala International University (KIU) emerged as the overall champion at the inaugural Inter-University Surgical Skills Competition, held at Makerere University ground.

Organized by the Uganda University Surgical Societies Consortium (UUSSC) under the theme “Fostering Surgical Excellence through Unity, Knowledge, and Skills,” the event brought together premier medical institutions from across the country to test their clinical acumen and technical precision.
The Leaderboard
The rigorous competition featured hands-on surgical skills assessments, intensive medical quizzes, and dynamic surprise challenges designed to evaluate teamwork and decision-making under pressure. KIU dominated the field, securing the top spot with a commanding lead.
Rank	University	Overall Score
1	Kampala International University (KIU)	86.30%
2	Makerere University	75.50%
3	King Ceasor University	74.60%
4	Kabale University	72.01%
5	Busitema University	67.54%
Individual and Team Excellence
The winning KIU delegation was led by Modestus Faith Akello, President of the KIU Surgery Society (KIUSS). Joining her on the triumphant team were Melissa Lynette Takuwa, Caroline Amaguru, Lily Rhoda Auma, Farhat Tinka, and Morris Muchangi Karimi.
In addition to the team trophy, KIU celebrated an outstanding individual milestone: Morris Muchangi Karimi was named the Best Overall Participant of the competition, cementing the university&#039;s dominant performance.
Advancing Surgical Education
Beyond the trophies, the UUSSC competition served as a vital collaborative platform, allowing future physicians to bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical, high-stakes application. The event underscored the growing impact of student-led surgical societies in shaping the next generation of Ugandan medical professionals through collaborative learning and elite skill development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:14:50 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>The Dawn of the Golden Udder: How Uganda is Breeding a Native Super&#45;Cow</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/the-dawn-of-the-golden-udder-how-uganda-is-breeding-a-native-super-cow</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda’s iconic Ankole Longhorn is taking on a new dimension at Nshaara Conservation Ranch, where the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&amp;DB) is using systematic genetic selection, pedigree management, performance recording and improved nutrition to develop a high-milk-yielding pure Ankole dairy population without replacing the breed with exotic dairy genetics.

Approximately three years ago, NAGRC&amp;DB initiated a deliberate programme to identify superior pure Ankole cattle with greater milk-production potential at Nshaara Conservation Ranch in Kiruhura district. The programme involved screening animals within the available population and incorporating selected superior Ankole genetics from other recognised sources, including the Kisozi Ankole Longhorn conservation and improvement herd. The intention was not to crossbreed or replace the indigenous Ankole with exotic dairy genetics, but to exploit the natural genetic variation that already exists within the breed and progressively concentrate desirable dairy traits through selection. 

The programme began by establishing clear selection criteria for the nucleus population. Milk yield was prioritised as the principal productive trait, followed by lactation length, udder conformation and calving interval. This allowed the ranch to identify cows that combined relatively high milk output with sustained lactation and reproductive efficiency. Replacement heifers were subsequently evaluated using information on their dams’ milk production, growth and fertility together with physical assessment of body structure, udder characteristics and temperament. 

As superior female lines became identifiable, the programme increasingly focused on the selection of breeding bulls from high-performing maternal families. Because genetic improvement of milk production can be transmitted through sires to their daughters, candidate bulls are selected partly on the milk-production performance of their dams. This is complemented by assessment of growth rate, body size and stature, age at maturity, reproductive soundness, testicular development, libido, temperament and other functional characteristics. Bulls originating from highly productive cows are consequently prioritised to advance the milk-production trait within subsequent generations. 

According to Dr. Innocent Tuwangye, Manager of Nshaara Conservation Ranch, the approach is centred on improving the Ankole from within its own genetic population. “We are not trying to turn the Ankole into an exotic dairy cow. We are identifying superior dairy traits that already exist within the pure Ankole population and systematically selecting and multiplying those genetics. The objective is to develop an Ankole animal that produces more milk while retaining the adaptability, resilience and genetic identity for which the breed is known,” he said.

The production records are complemented by information on reproductive events and animal health. These data are maintained in physical farm records and in NAGRC&amp;DB’s Integrated Livestock Management Information System (ILMIS), allowing the breeding team to progressively build individual performance histories and link production outcomes to particular animals and maternal lines. Historical performance, including peak yields across successive lactations, is then used to inform subsequent selection decisions. 

By 2023, the programme had generated sufficient production records to begin demonstrating measurable performance at herd level. Average recorded milk productivity stood at 5.2 litres per active cow-day, with annual recorded production of approximately 56,040 litres. The active milking population increased from 24 cows in January to 35 cows by December of that year. 

Selection, performance recording and herd management continued into 2024. Average productivity subsequently increased to 7.0 litres per cow per day, while annual recorded milk production rose to approximately 106,358 litres. The milking population also expanded from 36 cows at the beginning of the year to 47 cows by December. 

By December-2025, average productivity had risen further to 8.6 litres per cow per day, while annual recorded production reached approximately 168,285 litres. The milking population expanded from 47 cows in January to 60 cows by December. Taken together, the records indicate an approximately 65.4 percent increase in average productivity between 2023 and 2025, alongside a progressive expansion of the selected milking population. 

At individual-animal level, the improvement has been equally encouraging. Whereas an Ankole cow under the traditional production conditions produces averagely 2 litres during morning milking, selected cows in the programme are now regularly recording approximately 5–10 litres from a single morning milking session with a few exceptionals that produce up to 12 litres  between the second and seventh lactations. 

The emerging results also demonstrated that genetic potential alone was insufficient to sustain higher production. NAGRC&amp;DB therefore strengthened nutritional management by supplementing conventional grazing with hay and silage produced at Nshaara. The highest individual yields were observed under this improved feeding regime, providing an important practical link between genetic improvement and adequate nutrition. 

“Our records are increasingly showing us that breeding and feeding must move together,” Dr. Peter Beine – the Executive Director NAGRC&amp;DB explained. “Selection identifies the animal with superior genetic potential, but nutrition determines how effectively that potential is expressed. We are therefore using the production data not only to select our breeding animals but also to refine feeding and management protocols for the emerging Ankole dairy population.”

The programme is now entering an important phase in which the emphasis shifts from identifying a few exceptional animals to consolidating superior performance across families and successive generations. An individual cow attaining a peak morning yield of 14 litres demonstrates the productive potential present within the Ankole population, but the longer-term breeding objective is to make superior performance increasingly repeatable, heritable and predictable. This will require continued pedigree recording, identification of elite cows, selection of replacement heifers from proven maternal lines, use of bulls originating from superior dams and systematic evaluation of the resulting progeny.

“Our real measure of success will not simply be one exceptional cow,” Dr. Peter Beine said. “The breeding objective is to establish a population in which superior milk production can be consistently reproduced from one generation to another. That is why pedigree integrity, individual animal identification, performance recording and selection of proven maternal and sire lines are central to what we are doing at Nshaara.”

What began at Nshaara as the identification of naturally superior milk-producing Ankole cows is steadily developing into a structured breeding programme aimed at producing a genetically stable, productive and resilient pure Ankole dairy population placing Uganda’s own indigenous cattle genetics at the centre of the country’s future livestock productivity agenda. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:36:03 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>UGANDA, US SIGN 6.4TRILLION HEALTH COOPERATION DEAL</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/uganda-us-sign-64trillion-health-cooperation-deal</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda and the United States have signed a new agreement to fund Uganda’s health sector to the tune of 6.42 trillion for five years.
The Strategic Objective Agreement (SOAG), signed on September 3, 2026, sets the framework for health cooperation between the two countries from 2026 to 2030.
Finance State Minister Henry Musasizi signed on behalf of Uganda, while US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Mikael Cleverley represented the American government.
The agreement puts into effect commitments made under a Memorandum of Understanding signed on December 10, 2025. Under that arrangement, the US committed about $1.7 billion, equivalent to Shs6.42 trillion, to help Uganda prevent, detect and respond to existing and emerging infectious diseases.
A key change under the new arrangement is the US plan to channel support directly to the Ugandan government.
Musasizi said the approach would give Uganda greater control over health programmes while aligning foreign assistance with national priorities.
He described the agreement as “another significant milestone” in the longstanding relationship between Uganda and the US.
Musasizi said American support has played a major role in Uganda’s response to HIV/Aids, tuberculosis and malaria. It has also supported disease surveillance, outbreak response and health commodity supply chains.
“These interventions have saved lives, strengthened communities and enhanced Uganda’s capacity to respond to public-health emergencies,” he said.
The minister welcomed the move towards direct government financing because it supports “strengthening country ownership, aligning external assistance with national priorities, and improving the effectiveness and sustainability of development cooperation.”
However, he said Uganda must also increase its own health spending to sustain the gains.
“The Government of Uganda acknowledges that sustainable health outcomes require increased domestic financing,” Musasizi said.
He said the government would increase funding for the agreed interventions over the five-year period.
Cleverley said the agreement showed US confidence in Uganda’s leadership and health sector. He said the government-to-government financing model would give Uganda greater responsibility for managing its public health priorities.
Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi also welcomed the shift from predominantly off-budget assistance to direct government financing through the Ministry of Finance.
Dr Baryomunsi said Uganda still faces a heavy burden from communicable and non-communicable diseases and needs continued investment in the health system.
He cited Uganda’s reduction in HIV prevalence from 18.5 per cent in the late 1980s and early 1990s to 5.9 per cent. Life expectancy has also increased from about 43 years to 68 years, he said.
Beyond individual diseases, the new partnership will target national health systems, workforce capacity, accountability and Uganda’s ability to plan, finance and deliver health services. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:12:53 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>NWSC INTENSIFIES WORKS ON GREATER KAMPALA METROPLITAN AREA TO INCREASE WATER SUPPLY</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/nwsc-intensifies-works-on-greater-kampala-metroplitan-area-to-increase-water-supply</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ In an effort to end the current water shortages across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area address current water shortage in Kampala, National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has embarked on its Package 2B network expansion, rehabilitation and network re-zoning project. 
Package 2B is being financed principally by the French Development Agency (AFD), with support from the European Union, the European Investment Bank and Germany’s KfW. It is being built by Sogea Satom under the supervision of the ARTELIA–Gauff 
NWSC says residents will see relief before then. A 7.7-kilometre bulk pipeline running from Namugongo through Bulindo, Nsasa and Mulawa to the Kira–Kasangati road is due to be ready from December 2026, bringing improved supply to Namugongo, Kira, Buwaate, Bulindo, Mulawa, Kasangati and surrounding areas ahead of full completion.
“Once finished, the upgraded network will serve dozens of communities across Wakiso, Kakiri, Gayaza, Nansana, Kanyanya, Luteete and Matugga, extending supply to areas including Kira, Kasangati, Gayaza, Matugga, Kawempe, Nansana and Wakiso town,” Eng Dr Silver Mugisha stated.
The push comes as Greater Kampala’s population surges. Wakiso and Kampala districts together hold more than 5.2 million people, according to the 2024 National Population and Housing Census, with Wakiso now the country’s most populous district — growth NWSC says has placed sustained strain on infrastructure that was unevenly distributed and, in places, ageing.
Mugisha said the project would resolve the immediate scarcity affecting fast-growing neighbourhoods while building enough network capacity to meet demand projected through 2040.
While on the project tour Dr Mugisha asked the contractor to fast-track pipe-laying and warned that the works must stay on schedule and on budget. 
The demand for water in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Service Area is growing every day, and customers need answers,” he said. “The project must be completed within time and budget.”
Mugisha directed NWSC engineers to begin work on an additional water-evacuation line from Katosi, which is designed to produce up to 240 million litres a day adding that Package 2B will allow the utility to evacuate the plant’s full current output of 160 million litres a day, while the new line would let NWSC abstract still more water as the plant scales up. 
“We have a lot of water at Katosi, and plans are under way to evacuate more and serve Kampala,” he said. Drawing more water from Katosi, he added, would relieve the supply stress currently carried by the older Ggaba water works.
Eng Paddy Twesigye, NWSC’s senior director for projects and capital development, reiterated the corporation’s commitment to improving water-supply reliability across all its areas of operation nationwide.
NWSC Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services Eng Johnson Amayo urged the contractor to carry out adequate pressure testing of the new pipeline to guard against leaks and bursts.
Project consultant David Gaunt committed to delivering quality work on time and said the network was being built to last. “We are looking at a project that will last over 50 years,” he said. He commended the contractor, Sogea Satom, which he said was renowned internationally for durable projects.
Alex Gisagara, NWSC’s Senior Director for Engineering Services, said the corporation had built internal capacity to manage and maintain the new infrastructure once it is handed over. “Our team is already handling the Katosi and Kagera water works, which are new. Once Katosi Package 2B is done, our team is ready to effectively manage and maintain the system,” he said. He added that the project, which began early last year, was progressing well, with about 25 of the roughly 70 kilometres of transmission mains already laid and all sites well mobilised. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:25:36 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>&amp;quot;WE WANT 650 BILLION TO EXPAND WATER IN 50 TOWNS ,&amp;quot;NWSC TELLS GOVERNMENT</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/centenary-bank-strengthens-cancer-fight-commitment-as-thousands-run-for-the-cause-233</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is seeking Shs 650 billion in finance to expand water production and improve supply in 50 towns across Uganda.
According NWSC Managing Director Director Dr Silver Mugisha the proposed package includes a Shs 500 billion concessionary loan from government at an annual interest rate of 2 percent and Shs 150 billion in revenue support, bringing the total proposed financing to Shs 650 billion.
The funds would be released in five equal annual tranches of Shs 130 billion between the 2027/28 and 2031/32 financial years.
Dr Silver Mugisha presented the proposal the 50 Towns Water Supply Improvement Project during a meeting with Water and Environment Minister Gen. Kahinda Otafiire at the corporation’s International Resource Centre in Bugolobi.
The 50 towns are drawn from all four NWSC regions: 14 in the Central region (UGX 202 billion, about USD 54.6 million), 14 in the Eastern region (UGX 178 billion, about USD 48.1 million), eight in the Northern region (UGX 90 billion, about USD 24.3 million) and 14 in the Western and South-Western region (UGX 180 billion, about USD 48.6 million). Allocations range from UGX 10 billion (about USD 2.7 million) for smaller towns to UGX 30 billion (about USD 8.1 million) for larger systems such as Gomba and Tororo.
According to Dr Mugisha, NWSC has grown from 23 towns in 2013 to 293 as at 30 June 2026, serving more than 22 million people, with connections rising from 300,000 to over one million, meanwhile it turnover has further risen from UGX 120 billion to UGX 680 billion and assets from UGX 580 billion to UGX 5 trillion. He attributed the gains to cutting the cost of doing business and building systems in-house.
Gen. Otafiire, pledged government support towards the corporation’s plans to increase access to reliable water services.
Minister Otafiire urged management not leave water supply to technocrats alone.
“NWSC is proof that state institutions can perform,” Otafiire said, recalling a time when the corporation had been earmarked for privatization.
“In Africa we have intelligent people with poor management skills. I therefore urge management to keep staff with special skills motivated and retained to perform well,”he stated.
NWSC Board Chairman Prof. Henry Alinaitwe pledged strategic guidance, oversight and support to the corporation.
Representing the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water and Environment, John Mary Vianne Twinomujuni pledged the ministry’s support for NWSC, describing it as one of its best-performing institutions, and said the ministry would guide the corporation to ensure the 50 towns ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:00:34 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Centenary Bank Strengthens Cancer Fight Commitment as Thousands Run for the Cause</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/centenary-bank-strengthens-cancer-fight-commitment-as-thousands-run-for-the-cause</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Thousands of Ugandans came together across the country on Sunday for the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run, turning out in large numbers to run, walk and raise funds in support of the fight against cancer.
Centenary Bank, which has partnered with the Rotary Cancer Run for the past 15
years, joined Rotary Uganda and thousands of Ugandans in this year’s run. The
Bank has contributed more than UGX 3 billion towards the initiative over the years as a platinum sponsor, supporting cancer awareness, screening, treatment and the development of critical healthcare infrastructure.
Speaking at the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Centenary
Bank Managing Director, Godfrey Byekwaso, said the Bank remains committed to
supporting initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Ugandans.
“Today&amp;#39;s run is a reminder that we all have a role to play. We can champion cancer prevention by adopting healthy lifestyles, encouraging regular screening and early diagnosis, supporting families affected by cancer and continuing to invest in facilities and services that improve access to treatment. I implore everyone to see every step you have taken as a contribution towards saving lives,” he said.
This year&amp;#39;s Rotary Cancer Run will support the completion of the LINAC bunkers at the Centenary Bank Cancer Centre at Nsambya Hospital. The bunkers will house radiotherapy equipment that will help expand access to cancer treatment for Ugandans.
Through its partnership with Rotary Uganda, Centenary Bank has partnered in the construction of the Rotary-Centenary Bank Cancer Centre at Nsambya Hospital,which provides cancer screening, chemotherapy, surgery and palliative care services. The partnership has also facilitated more than 300 health camps across the country, taking cancer awareness, screening and early detection services closer to communities.Public - 
Centenary Bank Byekwaso said Centenary Bank&amp;#39;s support reflects their commitment to improving lives beyond banking. Every year, Centenary Bank dedicates 1.5 percent of its previous year&amp;#39;s profits to corporate social responsibility initiatives that address community needs.
“Health remains one of our priority areas because access to quality healthcare helps families, businesses and communities thrive. This year, we have committed UGX 500 million to support the 2026 Cancer Run,” Byekwaso said.
He also noted that the Bank’s commitment to the Cancer Run goes beyond financial support, with various branches across the country having sold Cancer Run kits in preparation for the run and the bank’s staff across the country having been actively mobilized to participate in this year’s run. The Bank has also encouraged its customers, partners and communities to join the cause because fighting cancer requires collective action.
Centenary Bank’s support for the Rotary Cancer Run is part of its ESG mandate,
where it supports communities in various activities outside banking under the themes of health, education, environmental stewardship and the social mission of the church. These include, but are not limited to, supporting hospitals with various needs like machinery and furniture; supporting schools with construction, textbooks and furniture; supporting communities with waste management, tree growing and sanitation equipment; as well as supporting the church with items like church furniture, events and financial literacy.
The Rotary Cancer Run has grown into one of Uganda&amp;#39;s largest charity events,bringing together individuals, corporate partners, institutions and communities to raise funds and awareness for cancer prevention and treatment. Centenary Bank&amp;#39;s participation is part of its wider commitment to improving lives and supporting sustainable community development.
Centenary Bank is the leading commercial microfinance Bank in Uganda, serving
over 3.4 million customers through to 9,000 Cente Agents, 81 branches and 217
ATMs across the country. The bank also has various digital channels including
CenteMobile, CenteAgent, CenteOnline and CenteVisa debit and prepaid cards. Its mission is “To provide appropriate financial services, especially microfinance to all people, in a sustainable manner and in accordance with the law.” ]]></description>
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<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Centenary Bnak Strengthens Commitment Towards Cancer Redcution as Thousands  Join The Run</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/cabinet-approves-use-of-nin-for-taxation</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Thousands of Ugandans came together across the country on Sunday for the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run, turning out in large numbers to run, walk and raise funds in support of the fight against cancer.

Centenary Bank, which has partnered with the Rotary Cancer Run for the past 15 years, joined Rotary Uganda and thousands of Ugandans in this year’s run. The Bank has contributed more than UGX 3 billion towards the initiative over the years as a platinum sponsor, supporting cancer awareness, screening, treatment and the development of critical healthcare infrastructure.

Speaking at the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Centenary Bank Managing Director, Godfrey Byekwaso, said the Bank remains committed to supporting initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Ugandans.

“Today’s run is a reminder that we all have a role to play. We can champion cancer prevention by adopting healthy lifestyles, encouraging regular screening and early diagnosis, supporting families affected by cancer and continuing to invest in facilities and services that improve access to treatment. I implore everyone to see every step you have taken as a contribution towards saving lives,” he said.

This year’s Rotary Cancer Run will support the completion of the LINAC bunkers at the Centenary Bank Cancer Centre at Nsambya Hospital. The bunkers will house radiotherapy equipment that will help expand access to cancer treatment for Ugandans.

Through its partnership with Rotary Uganda, Centenary Bank has partnered in the construction of the Rotary-Centenary Bank Cancer Centre at Nsambya Hospital,which provides cancer screening, chemotherapy, surgery and palliative care services. The partnership has also facilitated more than 300 health camps across the country, taking cancer awareness, screening and early detection services closer to communities.Public –

Centenary Bank Byekwaso said Centenary Bank’s support reflects their commitment to improving lives beyond banking. Every year, Centenary Bank dedicates 1.5 percent of its previous year’s profits to corporate social responsibility initiatives that address community needs.

“Health remains one of our priority areas because access to quality healthcare helps families, businesses and communities thrive. This year, we have committed UGX 500 million to support the 2026 Cancer Run,” Byekwaso said.

He also noted that the Bank’s commitment to the Cancer Run goes beyond financial support, with various branches across the country having sold Cancer Run kits in preparation for the run and the bank’s staff across the country having been actively mobilized to participate in this year’s run. The Bank has also encouraged its customers, partners and communities to join the cause because fighting cancer requires collective action.

Centenary Bank’s support for the Rotary Cancer Run is part of its ESG mandate,where it supports communities in various activities outside banking under the themes of health, education, environmental stewardship and the social mission of the church. These include, but are not limited to, supporting hospitals with various needs like machinery and furniture; supporting schools with construction, textbooks and furniture; supporting communities with waste management, tree growing and sanitation equipment; as well as supporting the church with items like church furniture, events and financial literacy.

The Rotary Cancer Run has grown into one of Uganda’s largest charity events,bringing together individuals, corporate partners, institutions and communities to raise funds and awareness for cancer prevention and treatment. Centenary Bank’s participation is part of its wider commitment to improving lives and supporting sustainable community development.

Centenary Bank is the leading commercial microfinance Bank in Uganda, serving over 3.4 million customers through to 9,000 Cente Agents, 81 branches and 217 ATMs across the country. The bank also has various digital channels including CenteMobile, CenteAgent, CenteOnline and CenteVisa debit and prepaid cards. Its mission is “To provide appropriate financial services, especially microfinance to all people, in a sustainable manner and in accordance with the law.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:54:42 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Parliament Contributes 3billion Towards Construction of St Francis Hospital Cancer Centre</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/parliament-contributes-3billion-towards-construction-of-st-francis-hospital-cancer-centre-242</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Parliament of Uganda has deposited UGX 3 billion into the Rotary Cancer Run account towards the construction and equipping of a cancer treatment centre at St Francis Hospital, Nsambya, 
The Speaker, Jacob Oboth-Oboth, said the money was part of commitment pledge made under his predecessor, former Speaker Anita Among.
“When I came in as Speaker, I found that my predecessor had pledged money towards the centre,” Oboth-Oboth said. “While in politics we do not inherit pledges, the burden of cancer knows no politics. As Parliament, we have picked up this pledge and have accordingly deposited Shs 3 billion to the account.”
Oboth-Oboth, a member of the Rotary Club of Kampala Platinum, said he had personally bought 300 running kits and urged fellow legislators to mobilise their constituencies. “I call upon colleague MPs to do the same, lead the entire population in their constituencies, and together we battle this burden,” he said.
Citing 2026 figures from the Global Cancer Observatory, the Speaker said Uganda records about 29,966 new cancer cases and 18,205 deaths a year, with more than 59,662 people living with a diagnosis made in the past five years. He framed the run’s theme, “Gwanga Mujje” — “Nation Arise” — as a call to action across government, the private sector, civil society and the public. “This is not simply a call to run; it is a call to save lives,” he said.
He added that Parliament’s role extended beyond funding to securing radiotherapy technology, particularly Linear Accelerator machines, as well as oversight and legislation. “Our role as Parliament goes beyond financial support,” he said. “We must provide leadership, strengthen oversight, support appropriate legislation, and ensure that national resources respond to the health needs of our people.”
Receiving the contribution, past District Governor Stephen Mwanje, who led the Rotary delegation, said Parliament had given UGX 7.2 billion since the run began 15 years ago, a figure that rose to UGX 10.2 billion with Thursday’s deposit. He said earlier runs had funded a 36-bed cancer ward at Nsambya, but the focus had since shifted to Uganda’s radiotherapy shortage.
“Global statistics indicate that there should be a radiotherapy machine for every 1 million people,” Mwanje said. “In Uganda, we only have three for almost 50 million people. This is a crisis.”
Rotary is seeking to raise UGX 6 billion (about USD 1.61 million) to complete the centre’s radiation bunkers by 2027 and install the Linear Accelerators and other equipment by 2028. Organisers say the one-stop centre is about 60 per cent complete, at a total cost of roughly UGX 14 billion. ]]></description>
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<title>Parliament Contributes 3billion Towards Construction of St Francis Hospital Cancer Centre</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Parliament of Uganda has deposited UGX 3 billion into the Rotary Cancer Run account towards the construction and equipping of a cancer treatment centre at St Francis Hospital, Nsambya, 
The Speaker, Jacob Oboth-Oboth, said the money was part of commitment pledge made under his predecessor, former Speaker Anita Among.
“When I came in as Speaker, I found that my predecessor had pledged money towards the centre,” Oboth-Oboth said. “While in politics we do not inherit pledges, the burden of cancer knows no politics. As Parliament, we have picked up this pledge and have accordingly deposited Shs 3 billion to the account.”
Oboth-Oboth, a member of the Rotary Club of Kampala Platinum, said he had personally bought 300 running kits and urged fellow legislators to mobilise their constituencies. “I call upon colleague MPs to do the same, lead the entire population in their constituencies, and together we battle this burden,” he said.
Citing 2026 figures from the Global Cancer Observatory, the Speaker said Uganda records about 29,966 new cancer cases and 18,205 deaths a year, with more than 59,662 people living with a diagnosis made in the past five years. He framed the run’s theme, “Gwanga Mujje” — “Nation Arise” — as a call to action across government, the private sector, civil society and the public. “This is not simply a call to run; it is a call to save lives,” he said.
He added that Parliament’s role extended beyond funding to securing radiotherapy technology, particularly Linear Accelerator machines, as well as oversight and legislation. “Our role as Parliament goes beyond financial support,” he said. “We must provide leadership, strengthen oversight, support appropriate legislation, and ensure that national resources respond to the health needs of our people.”
Receiving the contribution, past District Governor Stephen Mwanje, who led the Rotary delegation, said Parliament had given UGX 7.2 billion since the run began 15 years ago, a figure that rose to UGX 10.2 billion with Thursday’s deposit. He said earlier runs had funded a 36-bed cancer ward at Nsambya, but the focus had since shifted to Uganda’s radiotherapy shortage.
“Global statistics indicate that there should be a radiotherapy machine for every 1 million people,” Mwanje said. “In Uganda, we only have three for almost 50 million people. This is a crisis.”
Rotary is seeking to raise UGX 6 billion (about USD 1.61 million) to complete the centre’s radiation bunkers by 2027 and install the Linear Accelerators and other equipment by 2028. Organisers say the one-stop centre is about 60 per cent complete, at a total cost of roughly UGX 14 billion. ]]></description>
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<title>NWSC Expands  Water infrastructures In Kampala</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is undertaking a series of infrastructure projects aimed at expanding water and sanitation services in Kampala and the wider metropolitan area as demand continues to rise due to rapid urban growth.

Kampala Water General Manager Eng. Mahmood Lutaaya said the utility has invested in major projects over the past two decades to improve water production, transmission, storage capacity, metering systems and sanitation services.

Speaking during a stakeholder engagement, Eng. Lutaaya said the interventions are aimed at addressing challenges caused by the city’s expanding population and increasing economic activity.

“Over the years, we have continued to improve our water treatment and transmission infrastructure, increase reservoir capacity, expand prepaid metering and strengthen sanitation facilities to meet the needs of a growing city,” he said.

He noted that while major projects are being implemented, NWSC has also introduced short-term measures such as mini water systems and boreholes in areas experiencing supply challenges.

Among the ongoing investments is Package 2B of the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Water Supply Network Project, which involves laying nearly 70 kilometres of pipelines, construction of reservoirs and installation of booster stations.

The project, which started last year, is expected to be completed in August 2027. However, Eng. Lutaaya said some sections will be completed earlier, including a section designed to convey water from Bombo towards Kassanda, which is expected to be commissioned by December.

He said most of the pipes required for the first phase of the project have already been delivered, with construction works progressing as planned.

However, he highlighted challenges including traffic congestion and difficulties associated with carrying out works along busy city roads.

According to Eng. Lutaaya, the project will significantly improve water reliability in areas currently experiencing supply pressure once completed.

He added that NWSC is also planning additional upgrades in rapidly developing parts of Kampala, where increased commercial and residential activity has put pressure on existing distribution networks.

“Some areas, especially within the Central Business District and other fast-growing suburbs, require upgrades because the existing smaller distribution pipes can no longer adequately support the rising demand,” he explained.

The utility is also planning interventions in southern Kampala and other areas that continue to experience intermittent water supply.

Eng. Lutaaya further revealed plans to expand production capacity at Katosi Water Treatment Plant, with the proposed expansion expected to add about 80,000 cubic metres of water per day to the existing supply capacity.

The additional production capacity is expected to support Kampala’s long-term water needs and cater for continued growth across the metropolitan area.

On sanitation, he said NWSC is implementing projects to improve sewerage infrastructure through upgrades of sewer networks and treatment facilities in different catchment areas.

Eng. Lutaaya said the combination of large-scale infrastructure projects, short-term interventions and system upgrades will help create a more reliable and sustainable water and sanitation network for Kampala.

He emphasised that continued investment in water infrastructure is critical to keeping pace with the city’s population growth and supporting economic development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:05:52 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Makerere  Surgoens  Undergo  Laparoscopic  Training  To Boost  Skills  Expand  Services</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gynaecology lecturers from Makerere University are undergoing specialised training in the fundamentals of laparoscopic surgery at Kyabirwa Surgical Centre, in a move expected to expand access to safer, minimally invasive procedures across Uganda.

Dr Joseph Okello Damoi, the head surgeon at Kyabirwa Surgical Centre, said the course, which began with virtual sessions and moved to hands-on training this week, equips participants with essential skills for practising laparoscopic surgery.

“World over, laparoscopic surgery has been proven as a safer, better method of delivering surgeries to patients for the procedures where it applies,” Damoi said.

“This course teaches you the basics, what you need to know in order to be ready to practice laparoscopic surgery.”

Sixteen lecturers from Makerere University’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology are taking part, alongside one doctor from Gulu and another from Jinja Regional Referral Hospital.

The programme is run in partnership with the university and is accredited by the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).

Anna Kalumuna, executive director of Global Surgical Initiatives at Kyabirwa Surgical Centre, said the centre is privileged to be an accredited SAGES centre that can both train and administer the certification exams.

“We have partnered with Makerere University, the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department, to do a skills enhancement for the lecturers—at the end of the hands-on, we will administer the exam on behalf of SAGES and hopefully they will pass and can be certified in what we call Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery. That certification is an internationally recognised certificate,” She said.

The programme started with self-paced virtual theory sessions in July. Participants are now completing a week of practical skills training in the centre’s simulation laboratory, after which they sit the practical examination.

Samuel Banturaki, the simulation lab coordinator and Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery proctor at the centre, said the local training removes the previous need for doctors to travel abroad at high cost.

“Before we became accredited as a training and testing centre... participants or surgeons who wanted a similar programme could travel overseas. Looking at accommodation, travel and flights, it was costly,” he said.

“Here they are in a position to learn in a risk-free environment where you are able to make all your errors before you ever step into the theatre,” he added.

Associate Professor Nakalembe Mariam, head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Makerere University, said the partnership was initiated so that lecturers can pass on the skills to the next generation of medical students.

“Being people from the centre of training for medical students at undergraduate and postgraduate level, a lot of students pass through our hands. So as we keep passing on these skills, wherever they go, they will be able to pass on the skills,” she said.

Nakalembe noted that Uganda has lagged in adopting minimal-access surgery partly because of cost and limited training opportunities, but increased exposure should help make the services more widely available.

Damoi observed that the number of laparoscopic surgeons in the country remains low and is concentrated mainly in Kampala and a few private hospitals.

“Most of the laparoscopic surgeons are found in Kampala. Maybe a number of the big private hospitals have laparoscopic surgeons. The public hospitals... I’m not sure if they have the services routinely running. Definitely this will boost the number. But more than that, being gynaecology lecturers, it will have a ripple effect as they are able to teach it to their students,” he said.

He called on the Government to prioritise scaling up training and equipping at least regional referral hospitals with the necessary tools.

“The benefits of laparoscopic surgery are well known, well documented, well researched, and well published. So definitely the Government should come up with a plan to scale it up in the country,” Damoi said, adding that at least regional referrals should be equipped, if possible eventually district hospitals.

Kalumuna highlighted the patient benefits of the technique, commonly known as keyhole surgery. These include smaller incisions, reduced bleeding, faster recovery, shorter hospital stays, earlier return to work and minimal scarring.

Kyabirwa Surgical Centre has previously offered similar training to surgeons from both public and private hospitals as well as trainees under the College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA). Another group of about 30 surgeons is expected for a similar course in October.

Officials said the current collaboration with Makerere is the first formal university partnership of its kind at the centre and is expected to open doors for further training programmes, including fundamentals of endoscopy. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:20:12 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Uganda is Now Free of Ebola</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Health Minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi has officially declared Uganda  free from Ebola disease  after completing the mandatory 42-day monitoring period without recording any new infections. 
&quot;The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce that Uganda has officially declared the end of the 2026 Ebola disease outbreak. So today, as we speak now, Uganda is Ebola-free,&quot; Baryomunsi said. 
The declaration follows the successful completion of the 42-day countdown, which began on June 16, 2026, after the discharge of the last Ugandan patient, a locally transmitted case. 
According to the minister Uganda discharged her final Ebola patient on July 16, 2026, at the Mulago National Referral Hospital isolation centre in Kampala. 
Baryomunsi explained that health authorities based the countdown on the discharge date of the last Ugandan patient because the Congolese national had entered the country hidden in a cargo truck and had no identified contacts in Uganda. 
&quot;I must hasten to add that we are counting from the last Ugandan national who was discharged because the last case that was discharged was a Congolese national who came hiding in a cargo truck. He had no contacts at all,&quot; he said. 
Baryomunsi attributed the successful containment of the outbreak to strengthened surveillance systems, rapid diagnosis, digital contact tracing and coordinated case management. 
“During the outbreak response, health authorities maintained nationwide surveillance to detect possible new infections and prevent further transmission,”he stated.
The minister urged the public to remain vigilant and continue observing recommended public health measures, noting that Uganda remains prepared to respond quickly to future disease outbreaks. 
The declaration brings to an end a period of heightened public health response following the confirmation of Ebola cases in Uganda in 2026. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:30:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>CORSU UNVEILS DISABILITY WALK TO RAISE 400MILLION FOR SURGICAL SERVICES</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Rehabilitation Services for People with Disability in Uganda (CoRSU Hospital) has officially launched the third edition of the CoRSU Disability Walk, nationwide fundraising and disability awareness campaign that seeks to raise sh 400 million to provide life-changing surgical and rehabilitation care for 100 children living with disabilities.

According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) 2024 Census final report, there are approximately 1.7 million children aged 2–17 living with disabilities in Uganda. This accounts for a significant portion of the total estimated 5.5 million persons with disabilities (PWDs) nationwide.

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The annual charity walk, scheduled for Sunday, 4th October 2026 at MUBS Sports Ground, is expected to bring together thousands of Ugandans, government leaders, corporate organisations, development partners, healthcare professionals, families and disability advocates in a united effort to improve access to specialised rehabilitation services while championing disability inclusion across the country.

The campaign is being organised by CoRSU Hospital in partnership with EMKA Foundation, MUBS, Crown Beverages Limited (Pepsi &amp; Nivana), Great Outdoors, Humanity &amp; Inclusion, Uganda Development Corporation (UDC), with additional partners expected to join in the coming weeks as preparations gather momentum. Recognition goes to the donors CBM, Hope and Healing International, Smile Train and Miracle Feet for your contribution compliments greatly the CoRSU walk proceeds.

This year’s fundraising target will directly support comprehensive surgical and rehabilitation care for 100 children, each requiring an average of UGX 4 million for surgery, therapy, assistive devices and follow-up rehabilitation. The funds will also strengthen critical rehabilitation infrastructure, enabling CoRSU Hospital to reach even more children requiring specialised care.

The campaign comes against a growing demand for paediatric orthopaedic and rehabilitation services in Uganda, where close to 300 children every year remain on waiting lists for surgery because of inadequate funding. By reaching this year’s target, CoRSU aims to reduce its annual backlog of unfunded surgeries by approximately 33 percent, giving hundreds of children the opportunity to walk, learn, play and live more independent lives.

The impact of the initiative continues to grow. During the 2025 edition, the campaign raised more than UGX 71 million, enabling 17 children to receive orthopaedic and plastic surgeries, 21 patients to access rehabilitation services, and 62 patients to benefit from other specialized medical care.

These achievements build on CoRSU Hospital’s broader legacy. Since its establishment in 2006, the hospital has carried out more than 70,000 life-changing surgeries and rehabilitated over 100,000 patients, making it one of East Africa’s leading centres for specialised orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation. Every year, the hospital performs an average of 2,500- 5,246 surgical procedures and delivers approximately 12,500 therapy sessions, with children accounting for nearly 80 percent of all surgeries.

Patrick Menya, Social Gerontologist from the Minister of Gender called upon the general public  to unite behind children living with disabilities, noting that access to healthcare and rehabilitation is a shared national responsibility.

According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) 2024 National Population and Housing Census, the population of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Uganda is 5.5 million, representing a disability prevalence rate of 13.2 percent for the population aged 2 and above. This reflects an increase from 4.4 million PWDs recorded in the 2014 census

“The strength of a nation is reflected in how it cares for its most vulnerable citizens. Every child deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified and productive life regardless of their circumstances. The CoRSU Disability Walk is about restoring hope, creating opportunity and demonstrating that together we can remove the barriers that continue to limit children living with disabilities. I encourage every Ugandan, every corporate organisation and every institution to join this noble cause on 4th October and help transform lives.”

He also commended CoRSU Hospital and its partners for championing disability inclusion, noting that collective action is essential in ensuring that persons with disabilities enjoy equal opportunities.

“Disability inclusion is not solely the responsibility of government; it requires all of us. Initiatives such as the CoRSU Disability Walk demonstrate what can be achieved when government, the private sector, development partners and communities work together.

Speaking on behalf of CoRSU Hospital, Robert Ochai, Chief Executive Officer, said the campaign represents an investment in Uganda’s future.

“Behind every child waiting for surgery is a family waiting for hope. Every contribution made through this campaign translates into a child walking again, returning to school, gaining confidence and living a fuller life. Our ambition this year is bigger because the need is greater, but we are confident that with the support of our partners, sponsors and the generosity of Ugandans, we can reach our target and transform the lives of at least 100 children. Together, we can prove that disability should never define a child’s future.”

According to the Uganda National Population and Housing Census, 12.5 percent of Uganda’s population lives with some form of disability, while many childhood disabilities can either be prevented or effectively managed through timely access to specialised healthcare. Yet for many families, the cost of treatment remains beyond reach, making initiatives such as the CoRSU Disability Walk a lifeline for children whose futures depend on timely intervention.

Members of the public, corporate organisations, schools, families and development partners are encouraged to participate in the 3rd CoRSU Disability Walk on Sunday, 4th October 2026 at MUBS Sports Ground, and to support the campaign through sponsorships, donations and team registrations. Every step taken and every contribution made will help restore mobility, dignity and hope to children living with disabilities.

To join this fundraising campaign, participants and supporters can send their contributions to CoRSU via MTN Mobile Money, Paybill Code: 599 393, or Airtel Money Paybill: 4369 188 registered under CoRSU Hospital. For enquiries about participating in the walk or purchasing event kits, the CoRSU Customer Care team is available on 0761-002111 or 0761-002157. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:44:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands has committed approximately UGX 57.6 billion To Strengthen Adolescent Health</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands has committed approximately UGX 57.6 billion (US$16 million) to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to strengthen adolescent health sexual and reproductive rights, and youth empowerment in Uganda under the Strengthening Adolescents and Youth Rights and Empowerment (SAY+) Programme. 
UNFPA Uganda Country Representative Kristine Blokhus described the contribution as a significant investment in Uganda’s young population and praised the Uganda government  for providing leadership in advancing adolescent and youth health.
“On behalf of UNFPA, I wish to express our sincere gratitude to the Government of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for their generous US$16 million contribution to the SAY+ programme,” Blokhus said.
She noted that the Ministry of Health’s commitment to integrated health services, bodily autonomy and the rights of young people has created a strong national foundation upon which the programme will build.
Blokhus also paid tribute to Denmark for initiating the original SAY Programme before Sweden and Iceland joined to expand it into the current SAY+ initiative.
She said Uganda’s youthful population—estimated at about 73 percent of the country’s population—presents a major opportunity for economic growth if young people are healthy, educated and empowered to make informed decisions about their lives.
According to UNFPA, 24 percent of Ugandan teenage girls become pregnant each year, translating to roughly 1,000 adolescent pregnancies every day. Many girls are forced out of school due to unplanned pregnancies, gender-based violence and other health-related challenges, limiting both their future opportunities and the country’s broader development. 
Blokhus said the Netherlands’ funding will help address these challenges by strengthening health facilities and community structures to provide integrated, youth-friendly services covering sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention and gender-based violence response.
The programme will also equip young people with accurate information, life skills and opportunities to exercise their rights while engaging communities, families and local leaders in ending harmful practices such as child marriage and gender-based violence.
A key feature of the partnership is the establishment of a Youth Advisory Committee, designed to ensure young people actively participate in designing, implementing and monitoring programmes intended to serve them.
“Nothing for us without us,” Blokhus said, emphasizing that young people should be partners rather than passive beneficiaries of development programmes.
Representing the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Deputy Head of Mission Bouwe-Jan Smeding reaffirmed his country’s commitment to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights both globally and in Uganda.
Smeding said the Netherlands believes in sustained action to eliminate gender-based violence and improve adolescent wellbeing, rather than limiting advocacy to annual awareness campaigns.
He highlighted the Netherlands’ success in maintaining one of the world’s lowest teenage pregnancy rates through comprehensive sexuality education and universal access to modern contraceptives.
Smeding expressed concern over Uganda’s adolescent health indicators, noting that 24 percent of girls become pregnant during adolescence while 32 percent are married before the age of 18, despite existing legal protections. 
He also warned of growing global resistance to sexual and reproductive health and rights, saying future interventions must remain evidence-based, culturally sensitive and focused on measurable impact.
“The Netherlands and UNFPA remain committed to sustaining these gains through domestic financing and strategic partnerships that deliver long-term results,” he said.
Youth Advisory Committee representative Hellena Nagawa welcomed the formation of the committee, saying it demonstrates genuine commitment to meaningful youth participation.
She explained that committee members were involved during the programme’s design phase, reviewing the proposal, assessing the results framework and providing recommendations before key decisions were finalized.
“Young people are often invited after decisions have already been made. This process was different because our voices were sought while there was still room to influence the programme,” Nagawa said.
She commended the Netherlands for investing not only in youth programmes but also in structures that institutionalize youth participation in policy making and programme implementation.
“The real impact of this partnership will be measured through healthier lives, stronger systems and greater confidence among young people that their voices truly matter,” she added.
Representing the Ministry of Health, Director of Public Health Dr. Daniel Kyabayinze thanked the Netherlands for the investment and described the partnership as another milestone in Uganda’s efforts to improve adolescent health. 
Dr. Kyabayinze revealed that the US$16 million grant will focus on Busoga sub-region, particularly the districts of Namutumba, Buyende, Bugweri and Mayuge, where adolescent pregnancy, early motherhood, school dropout and gender-related vulnerabilities remain major concerns.
He emphasized that investing in adolescent health is central to Uganda’s human capital development agenda.
“With 73 percent of our population below the age of 30, Uganda’s greatest asset is its young people. Protecting their health enables them to stay in school, acquire skills and contribute meaningfully to national development,” Kyabayinze said.
The Netherlands now joins Denmark, Sweden and Iceland among the key international partners financing the SAY+ Programme, reinforcing a multi-donor effort aimed at expanding sexual and reproductive health services, preventing adolescent pregnancies and ensuring Uganda’s young people can realize their full potential ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:25:13 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>US Clears DeiBioPharma To Develop Immunotherapy</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has okayed Dei BioPharma Founder Dr. Matthias Magoola’s plan to develop a lower-cost version of a widely used cancer immunotherapy.
In a letter to Dr. Magoola dated July 14, the FDA sent detailed preliminary comments on PSI-033, its proposed biosimilar to Yervoy, a cancer drug sold by Bristol Myers Squibb.
The comments came ahead of a meeting between the company and the agency set for July 22.
Dr. Magoola, a Ugandan scientist and innovator, who through his Dei BioPharma Ltd. is developing a major manufacturing facility that will make biological drugs and vaccines affordable for local, regional and international markets, will lead the meeting with the FDA. 
According to information on the record, the development falls under what the FDA calls a biosimilar development Type 2b engagement, a stage meant to give companies targeted advice on specific issues such as analytical strategy, manufacturing controls and study design.
In a statement, Dei BioPharma said the FDA had indicated that several parts of the development program were achievable, including the proposed formulation, the stability-testing plan, the approach to viral-clearance studies and a manufacturing strategy built on three consecutive commercial-scale batches at the 500-liter scale.
The FDA also signaled that an animal study might not be needed if data show high similarity to Yervoy. And it indicated that a separate clinical efficacy study might not be required if analytical work and a pharmacokinetic study show no clinically meaningful differences — a step that could shorten the path to market. The company would have to justify that approach in any future filing, the FDA said.
Because ipilimumab, the active ingredient, carries a risk of serious immune-related side effects, the FDA advised that the pharmacokinetic study not be run in healthy volunteers and that it collects enough safety data to assess those risks in each treatment group.
“The FDA’s detailed preliminary comments give us a clear, product-specific roadmap for strengthening the analytical package, completing the clinical-pharmacology program and preparing PSI-033 for a future U.S. licensing application,” said Dr. Magoola, Dei BioPharma’s founder. “We intend to address these recommendations with urgency and scientific rigor.”
The demand for the cancer treatment is high all over the world. Bristol Myers Squibb reported about $2.9 billion in worldwide Yervoy sales in 2025, up 15% from the year before. The FDA currently lists no approved ipilimumab biosimilar, meaning Dei BioPharma could be among the first to market in the U.S. — and will depend on its own progress, competing applications and the agency’s review.
Dei BioPharma said it is developing additional proposed biosimilars, including a version of Opdivo, another Bristol Myers Squibb cancer drug that brought in about $10 billion in 2025.
“Our engagement with FDA extends beyond PSI-033,” Dr. Magoola said. “This portfolio approach is central to our objective of building globally competitive biologics-development and manufacturing capacity in Uganda and expanding access to important medicines.” 
Dr. Magoola added: “Our dream of making biological drugs available and affordable to more than 80% of countries who cannot afford these medicines is coming to fruition.”
Dei BioPharma has indicated that it aims to submit its application for PSI-033 within about nine months, subject to completing the remaining analytical and clinical work and staying aligned with the FDA.
Dei BioPharma Ltd., a Ugandan-based biotech firm, develops biologic medicines, biosimilars and vaccines and it is working to build competitive pharmaceutical research and manufacturing capacity in Africa. Established in 2014 by Dr. Magoola, the company operates a manufacturing complex at Matugga which is one of Africa’s largest.
The flagship plant was inaugurated in July 2021 by President Museveni and Kenyan President William Ruto.
The company campus occupies more than 250 acres and is designed to produce medicines across a broad range of therapeutic areas — including treatments for malaria, HIV and cancer, as well as insulin, monoclonal antibodies and mRNA-based therapeutics. Uganda’s National Drug Authority licensed the company in May 2024 to begin manufacturing medicines, including non-beta-lactam tablets and hard gelatin capsules.
Dei BioPharma holds more than 100 patents filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and is preparing to produce mRNA vaccines to international standards, and it projects the creation of tens of thousands of jobs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:54:21 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Remove Uganda From Ebola Suspension</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, has called on the United States Government to urgently review and remove Uganda from the temporary Ebola-related entry suspension, saying the country’s epidemiological situation has improved significantly.

“Today, I formally called on the United States Government to urgently review and remove Uganda from the temporary Ebola-related entry suspension,” Kaseya said in a statement. He noted that Uganda has reported no new confirmed Ebola case since 21 June 2026, has discharged its last patient and has entered the 42-day countdown toward declaring the outbreak over. Kaseya said all 836 identified contacts have completed follow-up, while surveillance remains active across 36 high-risk districts and 38 points of entry.


He added that laboratory testing, infection prevention and control, case management, risk communication and community surveillance remain fully operational. “These results reflect decisive national leadership, the courage and commitment of Uganda’s health workers and communities, and strong cooperation between Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa CDC and our partners,” he said.


While acknowledging continued transmission in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kaseya argued that Uganda’s response justified a country-specific approach. “Uganda’s demonstrated capacity to detect, report and respond rapidly provides a strong basis for a differentiated, country-specific assessment,” he said.

He said public health decisions should be guided by evidence and not blanket restrictions. “Public health measures must follow the evidence,” Kaseya said, adding that Africa CDC was calling for “proportionate safeguards” such as risk-based departure and arrival screening, traveller health declarations, exposure-based monitoring and rapid referral of symptomatic travellers. According to Kaseya, countries that detect outbreaks early, report transparently and act decisively should be supported rather than penalized. “Evidence-based decisions strengthen trust, international cooperation and rapid reporting during future health emergencies,” he said.


Africa CDC said it is ready to share the latest surveillance data with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and to facilitate technical consultations if needed. Kaseya said Uganda’s progress “deserves recognition,” but stressed that vigilance must continue and that every public health decision should remain grounded in “science, proportionality and partnership.”

Uganda has zero active confirmed Ebola cases and has entered a 42-day countdown to officially declare the end of the Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak. The last confirmed patient was discharged on July 16, following two negative tests, with a total of 20 confirmed cases and two deaths reported since the outbreak ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:52:58 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Union Transport Alliance  Taking Sanitary Pads  Beyond School Class Room</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/how-union-transport-alliance-is-addressing-menstrution-challnge-beyond-school-class-room</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Behind the walls of schools across the country is a silent battle — a struggle faced by girls who miss lessons, lose confidence and sometimes withdraw from education because they cannot afford safe menstrual hygiene products.
In Uganda and globally, menstrual challenges cause up to 60% of schoolgirls to miss class or drop out entirely. This &quot;period poverty&quot; is driven by a lack of affordable sanitary pads, inadequate WASH facilities, and pervasive stigma. Addressing these requires sustainable, community-driven solutions.
However Fred Ssenoga, the Chief Executive Officer of Union Transport Alliance (UTA), wants to confront  this mensuration challenge through an ambitious social enterprise initiative — Union Sanitary Pads,under the Kili Clear Campaign.
For Ssenoga, the sanitary pad is not just a consumer product.It is a tool for restoring dignity, an investment in Uganda’s girl child and a business opportunity where social impact and economic transformation meet.
Inspired by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s philosophy in Sowing the Mustard Seed that great transformation begins from small but purposeful investments, Ssenoga believes Union Sanitary Pads can grow from a simple idea into a national movement against what he describes as the “monster called period poverty.”
“We are targeting students because education should never stop because of menstruation. Every girl deserves to remain in school with dignity, confidence and good health,” Ssenoga said.
During the campaign period ,schools and learners will access Union Sanitary Pads at Shs20,000 per package, designed to support a learner’s menstrual hygiene needs for an entire year.
The initiative also has digital accessibility through mobile payment technology, allowing customers to purchase the products by dialing *289*9#.
For Ssenoga, affordability is the bridge between a girl staying in class and a girl missing her education.
“Union Sanitary Pads are more than a product. They are an investment in Uganda’s girls, women’s health and the country’s future workforce. Every girl who stays in school because she has access to menstrual hygiene products is one more young Ugandan empowered to contribute to national development,” he said. 
For investors, Ssenoga’s vision goes beyond sanitary pads. He believes Union Sanitary Pads represents a model where commercial sustainability meets social transformation.
According to him,across the world, impact investors are increasingly supporting businesses that solve social challenges while creating economic value.
Enterprises addressing education, healthcare, gender equality and essential consumer needs are attracting attention because they combine profitability with measurable community impact.
Union Transport Alliance believes its existing transport network provides a strategic advantage in distributing products across urban and rural communities.
The company’s vision is to combine transport, manufacturing, distribution and digital innovation to create a nationwide ecosystem.
“No girl should miss school because she cannot afford a sanitary pad. I am honoured to serve as the face of this campaign, and I will work with Union Transport Alliance and our partners to ensure these products reach schools and vulnerable communities across Uganda,”Ms. Daina Ampaire  the official face of the Union Sanitary Pads – Kili Clear Campaign.
At the Kili Clear &quot;1 Million Pads for 1 Million Girls&quot; campaign launch, Ministry of Health Commissioner Dr. Richard Mugahi commended the Union Transport Alliance for combating period poverty emphasizing that menstrual health protects the health, dignity, and future of young girls, directly reducing school dropouts, teenage pregnancies, and associated social challenges
He highlighted that poor menstrual hygiene management and a lack of affordable pads force many adolescent girls to drop out of school, making them vulnerable to teenage pregnancies and other dangers.
Menstrual health is about more than just distributing products; he called for stronger reproductive health education to empower girls to make safe, healthy choice
Ms. Noor Nakibuuka Musisi, Deputy Executive Director for Programs at the Center for Health, Human Rights and Development (CEHURD), emphasised that menstrual hygiene should be viewed beyond a health issue.
“Menstruation is  a matter of human rights, dignity and equality because barriers affecting girls’ menstrual health can limit their participation in education and society,”she stressed.
CEHURD, a Ugandan health rights and human rights organisation, focuses on sexual and reproductive health rights, women and girls’ health, advocacy, research and community empowerment.
According to the Ministry of Education and Sports Education Statistical Abstract 2025, Uganda’s secondary school enrolment stands at 2,044,586 learners, with female learners accounting for 51.6 percent.
This represents more than one million female learners, most of whom fall within the adolescent age bracket where menstrual health support remains critical.
But Margret Nasuwa, Brand Marketing Manager at Ruka Pay, says  when businesses support menstrual hygiene, they are investing in stronger communities, a healthier workforce and sustainable economic growth. 
“Investing in the girl child is investing in the future of our nation. By supporting menstrual health today, we are helping to build a healthier, better educated and more productive Uganda tomorrow.”
Nasuwa pledged continued cooperation to ensure Union Sanitary Pads reach schools and communities across Uganda.
His invitation is directed not only to consumers but also to investors, development partners and private sector players who believe businesses can become instruments of national transformation.
“President Museveni’s mustard seed philosophy teaches us that great transformation begins with small investments. Union Sanitary Pads are our mustard seed. We invite investors, development partners and the private sector to join us in growing it into a movement that changes lives across Uganda,” Ssenoga said. 
“A sanitary pad may appear small, but for a girl fighting to remain in school, it represents dignity, confidence and a future,”he stated. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:37:13 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>UVRI TO LEAD GLOBAL POLIO ELIMINATION EFFORTS WITH NEW REFEREN CE LABORATORY</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/uvri-to-lead-global-polio-elimination-efforts-with-new-referen-ce-laboratory</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:20:37 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>NO EBOLA IN KAPCHORWA</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/no-ebola-in-kapchorwa</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Speaking during the first-ever Ebola Task Force meeting held at the RDC&#039;s office, Mr. Bayole addressed misinformation circulated by local journalists claiming that a Senior Two student at Sebei College exhibited all the symptoms of the virus. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:18:25 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>UVRI SET TO UNVEIL GLOBAL POLIO LABORATORY AS IT MARKS 90 YEARS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/uvri-set-to-unveil-global-polio-laboratory-as-it-marks-90-years</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kaleebu said the new laboratory, once officially commissioned, will support research and innovation aimed at controlling vaccine-derived poliovirus and ultimately contribute to the global eradication of polio. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:49:42 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MINISTRY OF HEALTH UNVEILS MASS NUTRITION SCREENING IN KIRYANDONGO</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/ministry-of-health-unveils-mass-nutrition-screening-in-kiryandongo</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Samalie Namukose Assistant Commissioner for Nutrition says screening exercise is being carried out with support from UNICEF Uganda, UNHCR Uganda and WHO Uganda, at a time when limited humanitarian funding has affected access to food, nutrition services and healthcare in refugee settlements. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:07:30 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>UGANDA STRENGTHENS NO TOBACCO BILL</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/uganda-strengthens-no-tobacco-bill</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chairperson of the National Tobacco Control Committee and a health expert from the Prime Minister’s Office, Dr. Aggrey Ngobi Byansi, said the declaration establishes a requirement for public officers across all arms of government involved in tobacco policy formulation and enforcement to sign the document. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:16:16 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>&amp;quot;MAKE USE OF UBOS STATISTICAL DATA FOR PLANNING PURPOSES,&amp;quot; MINISTER AMOS LUGOLOBI TELLS POLICY MAKERS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/make-use-of-ubos-statistical-data-for-planning-purposes-minister-amos-lugolobi-tells-policy-makers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The UBOS Board Chairman Albert Byamugisha said that “the board is committed to fostering a strong environment for executing the Bureau’s mandate: coordinating, monitoring, and supervising the national statistical system while producing official statistics for the country” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:46:55 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>UBOS,MINISTRY OF HEALTH TO LAUNCH NEW MALARIA INDICATOR SURVEY REPORT</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/ubosministry-of-health-to-launch-new-malaria-indicator-survey-report</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ According to Ministry of health Malaria continues to be a leading cause of illness and death in Uganda. In 2023 alone, the country recorded over 16 million cases and 2793 deaths, most of them among children under five. Behind each statistic lies a child, a mother, a family and a future cut short. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:07 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>South African Firm has announced Plans to Manufacture Biodegradable Sanitary Pads in Uganda</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/south-african-firm-has-announced-plans-to-manufacture-biodegradable-sanitary-pads-in-uganda</link>
<guid>https://jajjanews.com/south-african-firm-has-announced-plans-to-manufacture-biodegradable-sanitary-pads-in-uganda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The initiative aims to add value to Uganda’s agricultural resources while ensuring that African children receive hygiene products that meet international standards. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:56:30 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Mulago Hospital celebrates Iso Certification</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/mulago-hospital-celebrates-iso-certification</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The minister pledged to continue lobbying Parliament for additional funding to support the hospital’s expanding role and maintain its newly acquired global reputation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:35:45 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>AHF CARE UGANDA CALLS FOR EQUITABLE SUPPLY OF MEDICINES</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/ahf-care-uganda-calls-for-equitable-supply-of-medicines</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:13:13 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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