Mpox Crisis Deepens in Uganda as Funding Cuts Disrupt Testing

  In Kapchorwa District, a 32-year-old man from Kayimelil Cell, Central Division, and a 29-year-old from Kwomo Cell, Chema Sub-county have tested positive for Monkeypox (Mpox), sending shockwaves through the community. Dr. Sirajji Masai, the Kapchorwa District Health Officer, confirmed that both patients are currently in isolation at Kapchorwa Main Hospital, receiving treatment. He urged…

Health Minister Calls for Local Test Kit Manufacturing Amid Frequent Outbreaks

Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng has urged pharmaceutical companies participating in the Uganda Health Pharma Healthcare Exhibition to invest in local test kit manufacturing, citing the country’s frequent disease outbreaks and heavy reliance on imports. Speaking at the event on Thursday, Aceng emphasized the urgent need for domestic production of diagnostic kits, especially as…

Health Activists Demand Full Waiver on Condom Import Charges to Curb HIV Spread

  By Malik Fahad Jjingo Health activists under AHF Uganda Cares are urging the government to waive all charges on imported condoms, including verification fees, to ensure unrestricted access to free condoms in the country. According to AHF Uganda Cares Country Programs Director, Henry Magala, while Uganda has already exempted condoms from import taxes, organizations…