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Uganda among African countries with ambitious health workforce agenda

Uganda among African countries with ambitious health workforce agenda

Kampala:- From 6–8 May 2026, ministers, health leaders, development…
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Uganda Confronts Health Financing Pressures with Push for Efficiency and Resilience

Uganda Confronts Health Financing Pressures with Push for Efficiency and Resilience

Kampala:- Uganda’s health system is at a critical juncture as…
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WHO Elevates Civil Society and Community Voices to Strengthen Health Outcomes in Uganda

WHO Elevates Civil Society and Community Voices to Strengthen Health Outcomes in Uganda

Kampala:- In a country striving to accelerate progress toward…
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In the frontlines of a safe and dignified Ebola outbreak response in Uganda

In the frontlines of a safe and dignified Ebola outbreak response in Uganda

Kampala—It is Sunday, but Dr Chris Opesen’s day started at 05:30.…
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Uganda Hosts Regional Meeting to Boost Ebola Preparedness Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Uganda Hosts Regional Meeting to Boost Ebola Preparedness Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Kampala, Uganda:— Health leaders from across Africa have convened in…
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WHO, Africa CDC launch Continental Incident Management Support Team to strengthen coordination for Ebola outbreak response

WHO, Africa CDC launch Continental Incident Management Support Team to strengthen coordination for Ebola outbreak response

Kampala—The World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa (WHO…
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Uganda Hosts Regional Meeting to Boost Ebola Preparedness Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Uganda Hosts Regional Meeting to Boost Ebola Preparedness Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Kampala, Uganda:— Health leaders from across Africa have convened in…
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From Sewage Sample to Swift National Action: How Uganda Stopped a Silent Polio Threat

In May 2026, Uganda formally closed a polio outbreak that had been…
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Regional cooperation and vigilance will control the Ebola outbreak

Regional cooperation and vigilance will control the Ebola outbreak

Kampala—World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros…
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Improving hospital care for severe acute malnutrition in children

Improving hospital care for severe acute malnutrition in children

Brazzaville, Kampala, Lomé—The World Health Organization (WHO)…
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