Ministry of Health Pushes for Awareness Campaigns on Tobacco Control in West Nile Region
Ministry of Health has called on the media and local leaders in the West Nile region to take an active role in educating the public about the Tobacco Control Act of 2015.
Christine Ninsiima, the senior program officer at the Ministry of Health made these remarks on November 21, 2024, during a sensitization meeting held in Arua City.
“The media plays an important role in spreading accurate information and fostering a better understanding of the provisions of the law within the...
Uganda to Embrace Digital Health: NRM Outlines Ambitious ICT-Driven Healthcare Reforms
As the National Resistance Movement (NRM) celebrates its Manifesto Week from November 15th to December 5th, 2024, the party's manifesto outlines plans to reform Uganda's healthcare system using Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
The NRM manifesto is built on a vision for transforming Uganda into a modern and prosperous nation within this framework, acknowledging health as a vital section.
The manifesto recognizes the immense potential of ICT in enhancing healthcare delivery, from improving information access to streamlining operations and decision-making.
By implementing...
MP Zaake’s Toxic Influence on His Children Calls for Mental Health Evaluation
A recent TikTok video featuring Francis Zaake, the MP for Mityana Municipality, has raised serious concerns about his influence on his children. In the video, Zaake engages in a conversation with his young daughter, during which she refers to President Museveni as a "killer."
This interaction has caused a significant outcry from parents on social media, who worry about the impact of Zaake's ideology on the emotional well-being of his children and others in their community.
Many parents are calling for...
Prison Officers Asked to Prioritize Preventive Measures against Infectious Diseases
Uganda Prisons Services officers have been urged to emphasize preventive measures for infectious diseases, particularly Ebola, which poses a heightened risk for the Safety and Security Unit (SSU) given the nature of their mobile operations stretching up to border lines.
Dr. Charles Kajoba Kimuli, the Prisons Incident Commander, while addressing officers at Luzira on November 8, 2024, shared guidance on preventing and managing non-communicable diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes, encouraging optimal nutrition, stress management, and physical fitness.
“Recognizing these vulnerabilities,...
EALA Urged to Enact Stricter Regulations on Trans-Fatty Acids Amid Health Concerns
A delegation from the Uganda National Health Consumers Organization (UNHCO) has urged the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) to implement stricter regulations on industries producing trans-fatty acids.
While at the Parliament of Uganda on Thursday, November 7, 2024, UNHCO called upon the East African Community governments to adopt stringent measures to reduce the public health risks associated with these fats.
Mable Kukunda, the UNHCO advocacy officer, highlighted that 80% of trans-fatty acid products in the region originate from Kenya.
To further mitigate...
KCCA Granted Two-Week Access to Katikkolo Landfill Amid Waste Management Crisis
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has been granted permission by Mukono Municipal Council to resume dumping waste at the Katikkolo Landfill for a period of two weeks.
This is after KCCA accepted to fund the council's supplementary budget of around UGX 666 million.
Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury of the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development (MoFPED), said that the money will be used to grade community roads near Katikkolo.
Ggoobi made these remarks...