Global activists demand gender equality and health rights take centre stage
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.
Ugandan researcher Dr Ario Otema to represent Uganda at the global health security conference in Malaysia
Dr Ario Otema has served as Director of the National Institute of Public Health at Uganda’s Ministry of Health.
tndNews, Uganda’s Okello Jesus Ojara wins Africa’s top honour at SHE & Rights Media Awards 2026
For Ojara, the recognition marks a major milestone in a journalism career dedicated to exposing systemic injustices often ignored by mainstream coverage.
Dokolo: Four teachers of Next Generation PS held over the murder of LC1 secretary
The body of the deceased was recovered, identified by biological relatives, and conveyed to Lira Regional Referral Hospital on Police Forms pending postmortem examination.
Kyoga County: MP Collines Angwech expresses “profound gratitude for the trust placed in her”
Competing fiercely against four male candidates, Collines Angwech Otim emerged victorious, breaking barriers and setting a powerful example for women in leadership in the Lango sub-region.
Life at 16! Teen mother battles stigma, poverty, and fragile safety net
Prisca, a born of Oyam South, Northern Uganda, says she conceived in 2023 while working as a domestic helper in Kampala.
From 139 to 20,199 members: Adjumani town council SACCO approves shs 3.9b after remarkable growth
Adjumani Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Wambi Richard also praised the SACCO for its consistency and resilience over the years.
Why your communications strategy is undermining your decisions
As markets become more complex and information moves faster, communications is now part of strategy, embedded in how boardroom decisions are formed, framed, and executed.
Rains lay bare Lamwo’s crumbling roads despite shs1.5 billion allocation
Drivers, boda-boda riders, traders, and passengers say transport costs have sharply increased as vehicles frequently get stuck or avoid the roads altogether.
Litengi villagers end 15-year struggle with unsafe water sources
Lamwo: Akongo Leonora, a resident living with a disability, said the new water source has eased the physical burden she previously endured.
Adjumani joins nation in celebrating President Museveni’s swearing-in for 7th term
The celebrations in Adjumani were marked by excitement, music, and renewed calls for unity and hard work as residents expressed hope for continued development, improved infrastructure during Museveni’s new term in office.
Kikuube by-election campaigns begin as voters ask the govt to stay out of the process
Margaret Karungi, from Kabwoya sub-county, noted a need for leaders yet to be elected to prioritise the health sector but also secure clean and safe water sources for community consumption.