Uganda’s Gynecology Facility at Kawempe Cost Shs 40.6 Billions
Tag: Health
Ugandans Are Most Active People In the World – Study
A report into the levels of physical inactivity across the globe has found that Uganda is the world’s most active nation. The study, published in the medical journal The Lancet, is a compilation of surveys done […]
Not Drinking Alcohol Increases Risk Of Dementia- Report
Not drinking in middle age can increase the risk of dementia as much as drinking too much, according to a report. The study tracked the drinking habits of 9,000 London civil servants between the ages […]
Ugandan Girl Quits Gay Lifestyle, To Get Married
Val Kalende, a female Ugandan gay rights activist has quit the gay lifestyle, telling her church in Kampala that she was tired of living a life of “same sex sin”. Kalende was so into the gay […]
Which Is The Perfect Banana?
A picture of bunch of banana’s has literally taken the internet by storm and debate is raging. When the internet was asked what the “perfect” ripeness of a banana, it may come as no surprise […]
VP Ssekandi Graces Agric Show, Youth Urged To Embrace ICT
Embracing information communication technology (ICT) in agriculture is the only way through which youth can take the trade to new heights. This observation was made by Dr. Dick Nuwamanya Kamunganga, the president of the Uganda […]
UNFFE STRESSES VALUE ADDITION AS THE JINJA SHOW DRAWS CLOSER
As a norm, Jinja town has become a busier town in July every year than usual because the Uganda National Farmers’ Federation (UNFFE) holds the annual National Agricultural show at the Source of the Nile […]
The $100m Heroin Spell On Mozambique’s Economy
Mozambique boasts giant coal, ruby and gas deposits but one of the southeast African nation’s biggest exports may be something a lot more sinister: heroin. As much as $800m worth of the narcotic is shipped […]
MOVIT Adds Colour To Nkozi Marathon
Movit Products Limited (MPL) on Saturday took part in the Annual Nkozi Marathon that kicked off at Equator in Kayabwe and ended at Uganda Martyrs University Nkozi. The run was graced by Prince Wassajja member […]
Ugandan Wins Africa Prize For Developing Bloodless Malaria Test
A 24-year-old Ugandan software engineer has won the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Brian Gitta is the first Ugandan to win the prestigious Africa Prize, and the youngest winner to date. Gitta and his team […]
President Museveni’s Statement On Abiriga Killing
Again, I express my deepest felt condolences for the peace-lover, Hon Ibrahim Abiriga, killed by criminals on Friday evening. As the investigations are still going on, we cannot rule out personal motives for the murder. […]
Parliament Pays Tribute To Murdered Abiriga
Parliament has eulogised the slain former Arua Municipality MP, Ibrahim Abiriga. Unidentified killers assassinated Abiriga together with his brother, Saidi Congo Buga on Friday evening near Energo Pump Station along the Kampala-Gulu Highway. The assailants […]
Cuban Doctors Arrive In Kenya
The first batch of Cuban doctors have arrived in Kenya’s capital Nairobi, as controversy continues to swirl over the deal. The 50 doctors, who are mostly women, were received by Kisumu County Governor Prof Anyang’ […]
INTERVIEW: Judith Heard Speaks Out On Leaked Nudes
Socialite Judith Heard has told the Red Pepper she might be a little shaken but she’s definitely not stirred after her nudes were leaked on social media last week. Qn: Its been a rough week […]
NWSC Boosts Water Supply Along Entebbe Road
The National Water and Sewerage Corporation has completed works and commissioned the new Ssisa Water Supply system along Entebbe road. The new project will boost water supply to Ssisa, Lutaba, Gayaza, ICT, parts of Sekiwunga, […]
Parliament Approves 67Bn For Ambulance System
Parliament has approved 67 billion shillings for the establishment of the National Ambulance service system. The system is mandated to offer pre-hospital and emergency services in Uganda. In November 2015, Government launched the first 10 […]
Fake AIDS Treatment Patients Sue Yahya Jammeh
Three victims of a fake AIDS cure created by Gambia’s ex-president sued for damages on Thursday in the first case against Yahya Jammeh to reach national courts since the former leader fled into exile. The […]
MP Cheats Death In Car Crash
A member of parliament is battling for his life after getting involved in a nasty car accident in Kiryandogo this morning. Charles Angiro Gutmoi, who is the Erute North MP in Lira district, got involved […]
No Septrin Until July – Ministry Of Health Announces
The Ministry of Health is in the process of procuring Septrin, to end a stock out of the vital anti-biotic at National Medical Stores. Septrin is the brand name for a combination of antibiotics called […]
Kadaga Recruits MPs For Anti Abortion Campaign
The Speaker of Parliament, Rebecca Kadaga, has called for a campaign against abortion urging legislators to agitate for the right to life. Kadaga said any campaign aimed at saving the family and life is her […]