Swift action, strong partnerships, and early signs of recovery are fueling optimism in Kasai Province as Congo confronts a new outbreak NEWS ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | When the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) confirmed a new outbreak of Ebola on Sept.4, memories of past outbreaks came rushing back. Fear …
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Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | A $24.5 million regional initiative aimed at boosting pandemic prevention and response in one of Africa’s most biodiverse and vulnerable regions was launched in Kampala. The Strengthening One Health Preparedness, Prevention, and Response in the Greater Virunga Landscape (SOHGVL) project is funded by the World Bank …
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Experts explain what actually works for women ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | While losing around 50 to 100 strands of hair each day is completely natural, when hair loss is more than normal, it can spark anxiety about whether there is a health issue happening beneath the surface. From kitchen remedies and …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health, agriculture and infrastructure projects are lined up for a much-needed financial injection following the tabling of loan requests totalling about US$ 399 million. The proposals were presented to Parliament on Wednesday, 03 September 2025, by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and …
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Why bloc is banking on Uganda to build a health security buffer for the East and Horn of Africa region Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | On Aug.29, health officials and regional leaders from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) gathered in Kampala to mark a turning point in Africa’s fight …
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New study shows how exposure to Africa’s ancient enemy –malaria- may have led to lower COVID-19 severity rates SPECIAL FEATURE | Juanita Williams | When COVID-19 swept the globe in early 2020, health experts braced for devastation in Africa. The continent’s healthcare systems, already stretched thin by endemic diseases …
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GAZA | Xinhua | At least 20 Palestinians, including five journalists, were killed on Monday in an Israeli attack on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip. The Israeli army said it launched “an initial inquiry” into the incident. Gaza-based health authorities said in a press statement that Israeli …
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ANALYSIS | BOAKAI FOFANA | The Gates Foundation has pledged its largest ever fund for research work into “chronically underfunded areas” of women’s health. The Foundation announced its commitment on Aug.11 saying the U.S. $2.5 billion for health research and development will support more than 40 innovations, particularly those affecting women …
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Findings from 10 African countries, including Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya in East Africa ANALYSIS | OBASANJO BOLARINWA, ALI MOHAMMED & CLIFFORD OBBY ODIMEGWU | Even after more than three decades of global efforts to promote inclusive sexual and reproductive health policies, many women with disabilities in Africa still face serious challenges. Their …
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In 2024, malaria cases rose by more than 45 per cent in one year, reaching 620,000. Kigali, Rwanda | KELLY RWAMAPERA | After years of progress in reducing malaria cases, Rwanda is confronting a surprising resurgence and signs of treatment resistance that have forced officials to revisit vaccine intervention the country …
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The Independent Uganda: You get the Truth we Pay the Price
