By Faith Kwagala Mulago National Referral Hospital has wrapped up a free breast reconstruction camp, restoring dignity to over 20 women who lost their breasts to cancer. Dr. Irene Asaba Mugisha, head of Plastic Surgery, says many survivors didn’t know reconstruction was possible. Private surgeries cost up to 15 million shillings, but Mulago offered the…
By Faith Kwagala Over 400 people received free medical treatment during a health camp organised by Holy Cross Orthodox Mission Hospital and Buganda Kingdom ahead of the Kabaka Birthday Run. The Saturday event, held at the Buganda Mobile Hospital, offered testing for malaria, high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer. Many patients feared regular health facilities…
By Faith Kwagala KAMPALA- At the inaugural Annual Tourist Guides Conference 2026, industry leaders shifted the spotlight from Uganda’s natural landscapes to the people who interpret them. Dr. Lilly Ajarova, Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism, emphasized that guides are the “professional pillar” essential for the country to remain competitive against regional rivals like Kenya and…
By Faith Kwagala KAMPALA— A critical shortage of staff has left 127 students in limbo, with clinical rotations and core practicals ground to a halt.The crisis follows the expiration of several lecturer contracts and a wave of early retirements. Key units—including Surgery Clinics, Pathology and Reproduction remain unstaffed. Students like Steven Kizza Ssemmanobe fear these…
By Faith Kwagala KAMPALA– The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ms. Ruth Nankabirwa, has issued a stern warning to fuel dealers against arbitrary price hikes, asserting that the government now maintains full control over fuel importation and pricing benchmarks.Speaking during her installation as the Third Abeto Peace Club Goodwill Ambassador, Ms. Nankabirwa emphasized that…
Agnes Nandutu during court sessions
By Faith Kwagala Under the new rules, all buildings must be inspected by local authorities once construction is completed. The inspection is meant to ensure that each structure meets approved standards and is safe for people to live or work in before an occupation permit is issued.Officials say this measure will help reduce the increasing…
By Faith Kwagala When Doreck Ankunda spoke at the Inclusive Africa Conference 2025, her story inspired many. After losing her hearing as a child, she faced rejection and isolation. Many doubted her dreams of becoming an actress. But she refused to give up.Her breakthrough came in When You Become Me, where her powerful performance earned…
By Faith Kwagala SOROTI CITY– The East African Civil Aviation Academy (EACAA) celebrated its 3rd graduation ceremony on Friday, March 27, 2026, as 53 students entered the professional ranks. The class included 24 pilots, 21 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 8 flight operations specialists.However, the milestone was overshadowed by a dire warning from Director Col Ronald…
