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Uganda's capital secured its spot as one of just 20 African cities retaining full US visa processing, even as Washington consolidates operations across the continent. The move positions Kampala as a key gateway for East African travelers seeking entry to the United States.
Uganda's government is moving forward with $5 million in compensation for Kampala traders whose businesses were destroyed by flooding in late 2025. Within three weeks, verified victims will receive direct bank payments after a vetting process confirms their eligibility.
Uganda's capital is seeing real results from upgraded stormwater systems that are keeping most neighborhoods dry through intense rainfall. While some traders still face losses from flash floods, infrastructure improvements are working across the city.
After devastating floods destroyed shops and livelihoods in downtown Kampala, FINCA Uganda is delivering over $26,000 in relief to help traders rebuild. The support comes as a lifeline for merchants who lost everything when floodwaters submerged basement stores and wiped out their inventory.
Uganda's environmental authority is offering a 30-day grace period for people to voluntarily leave protected wetlands in Kampala, prioritizing peaceful relocation over forced evictions. The pause signals a shift toward collaborative conservation after recent demolitions displaced hundreds.
Millions in Uganda's capital are getting reliable water access as a massive expansion project unlocks a treatment plant running at half capacity. The €480 million effort will deliver 160 million liters daily to fast-growing neighborhoods.
Young people in Uganda's capital are taking personal responsibility for climate change, committing to practical solutions after floods and environmental damage hit home. Their message: real change starts with individual action, not just government policy.
Uganda's capital is turning schoolchildren into hygiene heroes who bring life-saving water safety lessons back to their families. A new community program trains young people to stop waterborne diseases before they start.
Uganda is upgrading its Katosi Water Treatment Plant with a massive expansion that will double daily capacity to 160 million liters, transforming water access for millions. The 24-hour maintenance work includes installing a giant pipeline that will serve communities for decades.
Kampala Hospital just became one of Uganda's first labs to meet international accuracy standards, tackling a crisis where 40% of misdiagnoses stem from lab errors. The win signals hope for safer healthcare across East Africa.
C-Care Uganda marked three decades of healthcare service by offering free medical screenings to hundreds of Kampala residents. The anniversary celebration brought critical health services directly to the community that supported the hospital's growth.
Over 100,000 Ugandans gathered in Kampala for the 13th Kabaka Birthday Run, uniting families and communities in the fight to end HIV/AIDS by 2030. The massive turnout shows how a nation can rally together around public health with joy and purpose.
Walkers are trekking 560 kilometers from Moroto to Kampala to spotlight water access challenges in Karamoja, Uganda's driest region. The journey launched the country's 9th Water and Environment Week, bringing partners together to improve clean water access for communities that need it most.
A viral dance video just earned a group of Ugandan children the opportunity of a lifetime: performing with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in front of 4 billion viewers. The Ghetto Kids went from dancing in the streets of Kampala to landing the world's biggest stage.
A groundbreaking book reveals how Africa's fastest-growing cities are tackling health challenges through grassroots solutions and community-driven innovation. From motorcycle taxis in Kampala to policy experiments in Lagos, urban Africa is writing its own playbook for building healthier cities.
When donor funding ended for a life-changing addiction treatment program in Uganda, the government stepped up to ensure 928 patients wouldn't lose access to care. Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital is now integrating the service into its permanent operations.
Uganda is racing to contain an Ebola outbreak spreading from eastern Congo, deploying two decades of hard-earned expertise to protect millions across East Africa. The nation that has "never exported Ebola" is now leading a regional response that could prevent a devastating public health crisis.
Ghana's U20 women's soccer team just made history by qualifying for their eighth consecutive World Cup. Despite playing with 10 players after a red card, the Black Princesses held strong to secure their spot in Poland this September.
New research from Uganda's informal settlements shows exactly what displaced young people need to access HIV prevention, offering a roadmap for better health services. The findings point toward solutions that address basic needs alongside healthcare.
A dance troupe of orphaned Ugandan children who started performing barefoot on dusty streets in 2014 will take the world's biggest stage this July. The Ghetto Kids will join Shakira for the World Cup final halftime show in front of over a billion viewers.
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