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A nation-wide survey conducted between 2015 and 2018, revealed a high prevalence of sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease in Uganda with a crude birth-rate of over 240,000 sickle cell trait births and over 17,000 sickle cell disease births occurring annually in Uganda.
The Kajjansi wetland, located along the Kampala-Entebbe corridor, has in recent years come under increasing pressure from rapid urbanization and real estate development.
Menstrual discrimination reinforces patriarchy and exclusion and it affects girls and women at home, in schools, and throughout society.
The launch comes at a time when Uganda continues to face growing concerns over child poverty, school dropouts, teenage pregnancies, and inadequate social services.
The women are identified as Ugandan national Ikol Grace, 33, and South Sudanese national Aniyessi Teregina, also 33.
Chairman of the organising committee, Ocaya Anthony, said organisers are prioritising safety and smooth operations ahead of this year’s race.
As the world prepares for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) in Geneva from 18-23 May 2026, global health and gender justice advocates are raising urgent questions.
Justice Philip Odoki explained that before the introduction of formal courts, African societies relied on community-based systems of justice that were accessible, fast, and focused on restoring relationships.
The “Mayor’s Run” will feature 5km, 10km, and 21km races through the city, offering participants a chance to experience Gulu’s urban landscape while promoting health and unity.
With over half of Ugandans now active online, incidents of cyberbullying, misinformation, online fraud, and data breaches have surged.
Uganda’s Data Protection and Privacy Act, Cap. 97, provides a robust legal framework for safeguarding personal information.
For Uganda’s taxpayers, the Addis Ababa embassy audit is yet another reminder that public funds can be lost not only through theft but through inefficiency, delay, and weak oversight.
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