In a demonstration of Uganda’s growing commitment to collaborative Healthcare Diplomacy, the Uganda Embassy in Washington D.C. in partnership with the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI), and key stakeholders including AFRECC, Olympus, and Kyabiirwa Surgical Center, hosted a high-level Oesophageal Cancer Symposium at Four Points by Sheraton, Kampala.
The one-day convention was officially opened by H.E. Ambassador Maj Gen (rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza, Ambassador of Uganda in Burundi, who urged Ugandans in Burundi to take full advantage of the information that was disseminated to them by the respective government departments and agencies represented at the event
The Government of Uganda has reaffirmed its strong support for the African Oesophageal Cancer Consortium (AfrECC) Foundation, recognizing its groundbreaking efforts to combat the growing burden of oesophageal cancer across the African continent.
The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) in partnership with Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport held a comprehensive stakeholder sensitization meeting this week to introduce EPSAuto—the Express Penalty Scheme Automated system poised to transform traffic management and road safety across the country.
The Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) in Uganda has unveiled an innovative solution to enhance road safety and traffic management across the country. The Express Penalty Scheme Automated (EPSAuto) represents a significant technological advancement in Uganda’s transport sector as part of the broader Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS).
As we approach the midpoint of this decade, Uganda’s media landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by digital innovation, changing consumer habits, and the explosive growth of social media platforms like TikTok and X.
In a historic moment for Uganda’s energy sector, the nation bid farewell to a familiar name today as “Yaka” transformed into “Light,” marking the end of Umeme Limited’s 20-year journey as the country’s primary electricity distributor and the beginning of a new chapter under Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL).
In a remarkable development for healthcare in East Africa, the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has announced significant achievements in its mission to revolutionize cancer care across the nation. The Institute has embarked on an ambitious expansion program that includes establishing regional cancer centers, deploying cutting-edge treatment technologies, and advancing critical research initiatives.
The recently released Uganda Police Force’s Annual Crime Report for 2024 reveals a concerning trend: while overall crime rates have decreased by 4.1%, road traffic accidents and related casualties have continued to rise. The report highlights a 6.4% increase in road crashes, from 23,608 in 2023 to 25,107 in 2024.
In a striking development that highlights the evolving media consumption landscape in Uganda, MultiChoice’s DSTV has found itself at the center of a growing controversy. A recent complaint filed by the company to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) reveals the significant challenges traditional satellite TV providers face in the age of internet streaming.
