Uganda Strengthens Fight Against Sickle Cell Disease to Reduce Child Mortality
Monday, 09 February 2026
Uganda is strengthening its national response to sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that remains a major contributor to illness and death among children under five years of age. Health authorities say tackling the disease is essential for Uganda to achieve its child survival and under-five mortality reduction targets. The Ministry of Health Permanent
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About Lira Regional Referral Hospital
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
Over the last five years, we have registered remarkable achievements at Lira Regional Referral Hospital, thanks to the continued support of the Government of Uganda and our partners. One of the key milestones is the construction of a modern Outpatient Department (OPD) and a new Maternity and Neonatal Complex (MNC). In addition, we have recently
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Health Leaders Launch New Five-Year Strategic Health Plan, Emphasising Integration, Efficiency, and Resilience
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
KAMPALA — Senior leaders from the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have outlined Uganda’s healthcare priorities for the next five years during the opening of the Health Sector Joint Review Mission. The event, themed “Advancing Universal Health Coverage through a Resilient, Efficient and Integrated Health System,” also marked the launch of
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Strengthening Uganda’s Health Sector Through Digital Transformation
Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Uganda is on an ambitious path to transform its health sector through the adoption of digital technologies and robust health information systems. Driven by a national vision for a data-powered health sector, the country has developed and is implementing a comprehensive Digital Health and Health Information Strategic Plan that aligns with Uganda Vision 2040 and
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Uganda Is Hosting A Conference On Strengthening Health Systems Through Medical Regulation
Monday, 28 July 2025
The Government and people of Uganda are deeply honored to host health regulators, medical professionals, and stakeholders from across the globe at this vital conference from 27th-31st 2025. Minister of health extends her heartfelt welcome to all our international guests who have joined us at Speke Resort Munyonyo for this important dialogue on strengthening healthcare
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Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Inaugurates Modern Laboratory at Lira Regional Referral Hospital
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
Lira Regional Referral Hospital has taken a significant step forward in improving healthcare services with the inauguration of a modern laboratory designed to serve the nine districts of Lango. The new facility is set to transform medical diagnostics in the region, easing the burden on patients who previously had to travel long distances to Mulago
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Uganda Launches Groundbreaking National HIV Survey to Accelerate 2030 Elimination Goal
Friday, 30 May 2025
The Government of Uganda has officially launched the Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) 2024–2025 survey, a landmark national initiative aimed at accelerating the country’s progress towards eliminating HIV as a public health threat by 2030. The survey, set to begin in early 2025 after an extensive period of preparation, marks a critical moment in
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