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Driving through barriers: Joan Kaitesi's journey on male-dominated roads

In October 2024, Joan joined WHO Uganda during a polio immunization campaign, becoming the second female driver at the country office

In the heart of Uganda’s capital, 35-year-old Joan Kaitesi navigates the city’s infamous traffic jams with calm determination. As a driver for the World Health Organization (WHO) Uganda country office, Joan’s professionalism shines through the daily chaos of blaring horns and impatient road users. From a young age, Joan was…

World Health Organization - Uganda
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Uganda declares end of Ebola outbreak

The country’s long-standing experience in managing outbreaks enabled a fast, coordinated, and effective response

Uganda today declared the end of the Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed in the capital Kampala. During this outbreak, 14 cases, 12 confirmed and two not confirmed through laboratory tests (probable), were reported. Four deaths, two confirmed and two probable, occurred. Ten people…

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Ireland supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola response efforts in Uganda

Uganda is currently facing a multi-district outbreak of the Sudan virus disease, with sporadic cases emerging in urban areas, with 12 confirmed cases recorded, 10 recoveries, two confirmed deaths, and multiple contacts under monitoring across six districts

Ireland’s Minister for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD, has announced €1 million contribution to support the World Health Organization (WHO)-led efforts to tackle the outbreak of the Sudan virus disease (SVD) as part of the UN Uganda Emergency Appeal. This will be used to support surveillance, infection prevention…

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The health of mothers and babies is the foundation of healthy families and communities

Uganda’s maternal mortality ratio (MMR) stands at 189 per 100,000 live births, with a one (1) in 66 lifetime risk of maternal death

On World Health day, Uganda reflects on progress, challenges, and collaborative strategies to reduce maternal and newborn mortality under the theme "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures,".  This theme calls for intensified efforts by governments and communities to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths and prioritize women’s long-term health. Marking the start of a…

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Sarah Naluyima: Dedicated to changing community behaviour in response to the Ebola outbreak in Uganda

This open communication has allowed her to dispel myths and clarify doubts, ensuring that people receive the right information

Sarah Naluyima is a dedicated community health worker at the forefront of Uganda’s Ebola outbreak response. For 15 years, Sarah has worked in her community, raising awareness about various health issues. Today, her focus is on preventing the spread of Ebola, providing essential information to help protect her community. Each…

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Maria Goretti Kemirembe: A Clinical officer making a difference in Uganda’s public health landscape

The World Health Organization has been a key partner, collaborating with health workers like Maria to strengthen Uganda’s emergency response and surveillance capacities

In Uganda’s ongoing fight against mpox and Ebola outbreaks, a few names have stood out for their exceptional dedication and resilience. Kemirembe Maria Goretti is one such individual. For 10 years, Maria has been a driving force in Uganda’s public health landscape, committed to empowering communities with the knowledge and…

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From Kabul to Kitgum: A journey of hope and resilience

Continued support for WHO, the UN, and other organizations fighting to give children a chance is essential

In the war-torn streets of Kabul, bombed-out buildings stood as stark reminders of a life disrupted. Families, including one young boy's, struggled to rebuild amidst the chaos. For this boy, survival was not the only battle; his greatest fight was for an education. School was a fragile promise. On some…

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Uganda trains Community Health workers from Kole, Mukono and Wakiso districts on community-based approach to Ebola

The community protection approach is a central component of WHO's new Health emergency prevention, preparedness, response, and resilience (HEPR) framework

Uganda’s Ministry of Health has conducted a training on Ebola disease detection and management for Community Health Worker representatives from Kole, Wakiso, and Mukono districts. The training also focused on developing the Ebola Community Health Workers curriculum. By leveraging community structures and assets, this initiative aims to enhance Uganda’s ability…

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A second chance for mothers and children in Busoga

WHO ensured sustainability by establishing five ambulance management committees, comprising 55 community members, to oversee operations, maintain accountability, and ensure the long-term success of the program

In the Busoga region of eastern Uganda, the fight for survival has long been a daunting challenge for mothers and their children. With one of the highest institutional maternal mortality rates in the country – 93 deaths per 100,000 institutional deliveries compared to a national average of 82.7 (Ministry of…

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Leveraging collaboration to combat mpox among Uganda’s most vulnerable communities

Mpox cases began emerging in Uganda's key hotspots, underscoring the need for a targeted approach to reach KPs

As Uganda faces an ongoing mpox outbreak, the response is prioritizing innovation and inclusivity, particularly given the disease's disproportionate impact on Key Populations (KPs) such as sex workers and their networks. These marginalized groups, often subjected to stigma, discrimination, and limited access to healthcare, are at greater risk during public…