Health and Wellness
Uganda now Ebola free, declares Health Ministry
The announcement came before the completion of the World Health Organization's standard 42-day countdown following the discharge of the last patient.
Uganda
Global Affairs
Uganda formally nominates Olara Otunnu for UN Secretary-General post
The nomination was confirmed in a joint letter dated July 25 from U.N. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock and U.N. Security Council President Zenon Ngay Mukongo, who informed permanent representatives and observers that Uganda had officially submitted Otunnu's name for consideration.
Health and Wellness
Africa CDC urges US to lift Uganda Ebola travel restrictions
Dr Kaseya called on the United States to adopt evidence-based and proportionate travel measures that reflect Uganda's current epidemiological status, saying the country's progress demonstrates the effectiveness of its outbreak response
Africa
UN raises alarm over Ebola risk in DR Congo displacement camps
The outbreak has spread beyond Ituri, with confirmed cases also reported in four other provinces in the Democratic Republic of Congo as well as neighbouring Uganda.
News
President Museveni leads tributes after death of Uganda's Gen Moses Ali
In a statement shared on X on Saturday, Museveni said Gen Ali died at Nakasero Hospital at 4 p.m., describing him as a dedicated soldier, political leader and accomplished farmer whose service to Uganda spanned several decades.
East African Bloc
School trip ends in tragedy as bus crash kills 21 in Eastern Uganda
Preliminary investigations indicate the bus suffered a mechanical fault before the driver lost control while descending Chekwatit Hill, a section of road that has witnessed several serious accidents in the past.
Health and Wellness
DRC Ebola death toll reaches 600 as WHO reports 1,759 confirmed cases
According to WHO data compiled from Congolese health authorities, 285 people have recovered from the disease, while another 304 suspected infections are still being investigated.
Global Affairs
Ebola virus in Uganda contained, Health Ministry says
Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, said in a post on social media platform X that the outbreak had been contained through the treatment of all imported confirmed cases and those they infected, the tracing and quarantine of contacts, and the provision of the required supportive care.
East African Bloc
WHO confirms Marburg virus case in Uganda as health teams track contacts
The confirmed case marks Uganda's latest encounter with Marburg virus disease, which has affected the country on several occasions over the years.
East African Bloc
Regional lawyers raise alarm over Uganda's rule of law and media freedom
The statement raises concern over the reported disruption of Nation Media Group Uganda operations, including NTV Uganda, Spark TV and the Daily Monitor
Global Affairs
President Museveni orders audits of buildings in Uganda to strengthen earthquake standards
In Executive Order No. 1 of 2023, Museveni highlighted that Uganda's vulnerability to earthquakes has been known for decades, but government institutions have been slow to implement measures aimed at reducing the risks posed by seismic activity
East African Bloc
KEG condemns reported closure of Nation Media Group Uganda
In a statement issued on Monday, KEG said the reported deployment of military force against a media organisation represented a serious threat to freedom of expression and the rule of law, warning that such actions could undermine democratic governance and public access to independent information.