10 October 2024 Health authorities in Nakasongola District have reported a rise in Monkeypox [Mpox] cases, increasing from 21 to 24 within just 24 hours. Dr. Agaba Byamukama, the Nakasongola District Health Officer [DHO], noted that the surge is particularly pronounced in the fishing communities of Lwampanga Town Council. In response to this situation, the Uganda Prison Services have suspended inmate visits until the outbreak is under control. Moses Ssentalo, the Assistant Public Relations Officer for Uganda Prison Services, states that after identifying an inmate with the virus two days ago at Nakasongola Prison, they have implemented comprehensive measures to contain and combat the spread of Mpox within the facility. Story by Bernard Bakalu
10 October 2024 Human rights activists appeal to government to ensure that aspirations that Uganda had at Independence are met. Foundation for human rights initiative executive director Livingstone Ssewanyana says independence can only have meaning if current challenges of poverty discrimination and lack of accountability for human rights abuses and lack of employment are addressed. For its part the Kampala City Traders Association wants Government to create a conducive environment for Ugandan businesses to thrive. Issa Sekito , the KACITA Spokesman says a conducive environment will help others stay in business. In the meantime, health professionals underscored the critical role that access to quality healthcare plays in empowering communities and promoting national development. Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda urges the government to increase funding for healthcare and pharmaceutical services, ensuring that all Ugandans have access to essential medicines. Dr. Stephen Lutoti, the Secretary, Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda Association notes that it is time to enact laws that can help improve the health of Ugandans. Story by Radio One Reporters
10 October 2024 The Government of Uganda and its Central African Republic counterpart, want the Government of DRC and South Sudan to accept a proposal to construct roads that will link the four countries as part of the wide plan to boost trade and cooperation between the countries. According to President Museveni, this is an issue that has been agreed upon following a meeting held yesterday with visiting Central African Republic leader Faustin-Archange Touadéra. Speaking at the commemoration of the 62nd Independence anniversary held in Busia district, Museveni said the road on the Ugandan side will run from Arua. He also asked Uganda airlines to look at possibility of commencing flights to the Central African Republic Capital Bangui. Meanwhile, President Yoweri Museveni says the Ugandan economy has been successfully revived looking at the statistics and impact created so far. Speaking at commemoration of 62nd independence anniversary in Busia in district, Museveni says the revival of the Ugandan economy is in phases and at the moment the focus is on building the knowledge economy using science and technology He also says the economy is now diversified and not dependent on cash crops that the colonial master left in place. Story by Kenneth Lukwago
10 October 2024 Health authorities in Nakasongola District have reported a rise in Monkeypox [Mpox] cases, increasing from 21 to 24 within just 24 hours. Dr. Agaba Byamukama, the Nakasongola District Health Officer [DHO], noted that the surge is particularly pronounced in the fishing communities of Lwampanga Town Council. In response to this situation, the Uganda Prison Services have suspended inmate visits until the outbreak is under control. Moses Ssentalo, the Assistant Public Relations Officer for Uganda Prison Services, states that after identifying an inmate with the virus two days ago at Nakasongola Prison, they have implemented comprehensive measures to contain and combat the spread of Mpox within the facility. Story by Bernard Bakalu
10 October 2024 Human rights activists appeal to government to ensure that aspirations that Uganda had at Independence are met. Foundation for human rights initiative executive director Livingstone Ssewanyana says independence can only have meaning if current challenges of poverty discrimination and lack of accountability for human rights abuses and lack of employment are addressed. For its part the Kampala City Traders Association wants Government to create a conducive environment for Ugandan businesses to thrive. Issa Sekito , the KACITA Spokesman says a conducive environment will help others stay in business. In the meantime, health professionals underscored the critical role that access to quality healthcare plays in empowering communities and promoting national development. Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda urges the government to increase funding for healthcare and pharmaceutical services, ensuring that all Ugandans have access to essential medicines. Dr. Stephen Lutoti, the Secretary, Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda Association notes that it is time to enact laws that can help improve the health of Ugandans. Story by Radio One Reporters
10 October 2024 The Government of Uganda and its Central African Republic counterpart, want the Government of DRC and South Sudan to accept a proposal to construct roads that will link the four countries as part of the wide plan to boost trade and cooperation between the countries. According to President Museveni, this is an issue that has been agreed upon following a meeting held yesterday with visiting Central African Republic leader Faustin-Archange Touadéra. Speaking at the commemoration of the 62nd Independence anniversary held in Busia district, Museveni said the road on the Ugandan side will run from Arua. He also asked Uganda airlines to look at possibility of commencing flights to the Central African Republic Capital Bangui. Meanwhile, President Yoweri Museveni says the Ugandan economy has been successfully revived looking at the statistics and impact created so far. Speaking at commemoration of 62nd independence anniversary in Busia in district, Museveni says the revival of the Ugandan economy is in phases and at the moment the focus is on building the knowledge economy using science and technology He also says the economy is now diversified and not dependent on cash crops that the colonial master left in place. Story by Kenneth Lukwago
