Kampala, Uganda — In the heart of Kampala’s bustling Nakasero neighborhood, a quiet revolution in global health is taking shape. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni recently […]
Category: Regional News
Burundian Student’s Harvard Dream Crushed by U.S. Travel Ban
Marie Gaëlla Dushime, a 19-year-old student from Burundi, achieved what many consider impossible — she was accepted into Harvard University, one of the most prestigious […]
Over 500 Rwandan Refugees Return Home from DRC as Peace Efforts Progress
More than 500 Rwandan refugees have returned to Rwanda from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), in the first major step under a new […]
How Illegal Trade Is Hurting Tanzania’s Economy and National Security
Illegal trade—also known as illicit trade—is causing serious problems for Tanzania’s economy, security, and local industries, according to senior government officials and business leaders. The […]
Why Uganda Must Take Faster Action to Fight Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be a serious public health problem in Uganda. Although the disease is preventable and curable, many people still suffer due to […]
East African Community Steps Up Support for Horticulture Sector Growth
The East African Community (EAC) is increasing efforts to boost the horticulture sector, aiming to strengthen food security, create jobs, and improve trade across the […]
TANZANIA: The Hidden Dangers of Using Motorcycle Taxis to Transport Children to School
In recent years, more parents in Tanzania have started using motorcycle taxis, commonly known as bodaboda, to transport their children to school. While this may […]
President Museveni Promises Strong Partnership to Kenyan Investors
President Yoweri Museveni has assured Kenyan investors of Uganda’s commitment to building strong business partnerships that will benefit both countries. Speaking during a meeting with […]
UGANDA: Tragedy at Karuma: Bus Hits Elephant, One Dead, Several Injured
A tragic road accident occurred near Karuma on Monday when a passenger bus traveling from Gulu to Kampala collided with an elephant, leaving one person […]
KENYA: Turning Trash into Dignity: Kibera Residents Trade Plastic for Water and Sanitation
In the heart of Nairobi’s largest informal settlement, Kibera, a new initiative is transforming lives by turning plastic waste into access to clean water and […]