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A groundbreaking trial in rural Kenya and Uganda slashed new HIV infections by 70% using community health workers, smartphones, and existing medications. The success proves that closing the gap between available treatments and people who need them can dramatically reduce infections.
A major East African oil pipeline is proving big infrastructure and environmental care can go hand in hand. The project connecting Uganda and Tanzania has created 10,000 jobs while prioritizing biodiversity protection along its route.
A new regional blood bank in northern Uganda is weeks away from completion, promising to end critical shortages that have delayed emergency care for mothers, accident victims, and surgical patients. The $2.4 million facility will serve the entire Lango region with safe, timely blood transfusions.
Uganda is raising $4 million to build its first bone marrow transplant center, offering hope to 20,000 children born annually with sickle cell disease. The facility could cure patients who currently face $300,000-500,000 treatment costs abroad.
Ugandan farmers are getting timely weather forecasts from their government to help plan planting and reduce crop losses. The updates are already changing how farmers prepare for the critical March growing season.
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.
Uganda just took a major step to protect its wildlife, with Cabinet approving five new national parks that will boost conservation and eco-tourism. The move strengthens Uganda's position as one of Africa's premier destinations for nature lovers.
Three East African nations will jointly host the continent's biggest soccer tournament in 2027, confirmed the Confederation of African Football president. The historic partnership between Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania marks a milestone for regional cooperation and sports development.
The UN's top climate official says the world is moving from promises to projects, with renewable energy now surpassing coal globally. For Uganda, this shift could unlock billions in support for rural power access and climate resilience.
Uganda and Japan are joining forces to reconstruct bridges in regions battered by climate change and hosting refugee communities. The $6.3 million project will transform infrastructure in West Nile, Sebei, and Buliisa, bringing reliable connections to some of the country's most vulnerable areas.
Women in Uganda who self-inject contraceptives gained more control over their family planning decisions within six months, a new study finds. The research shows that giving women the option to manage their own reproductive health at home strengthens their confidence and sense of autonomy.
A certification system launched in 2024 ensures reforestation projects actually boost biodiversity instead of just planting trees. The approach focuses on ecological outcomes and keeps costs low for small projects.
District health teams across Uganda are transforming how communities receive healthcare by strengthening local systems from within. Real-time data, hands-on mentorship, and crisis-tested resilience are helping 59 districts deliver better care even as resources shrink.
A new certification system is making sure forest restoration projects genuinely protect biodiversity instead of just planting trees for show. The Global Biodiversity Standard uses local experts to verify that reforestation creates real homes for wildlife and supports communities.
A Ugandan biotech firm just received a U.S. patent for a gene therapy that could treat sickle cell disease for 95% less than current cures. The breakthrough could finally bring life-saving treatment to 20 million patients worldwide who can't afford existing options.
Uganda's tourism ministry is investing $2.7 million in a dedicated helicopter to rescue animals from poacher traps and monitor national parks. The move comes as tourism brought in $3.3 billion to the country in 2025.
Uganda's public health system just proved what's possible when a country prioritizes prevention. Over 90% of children are now protected against 14 deadly diseases, while measles and Mpox outbreaks have dramatically declined.
Uganda just passed one of Africa's most comprehensive organ transplant laws, creating hope for thousands waiting for life-saving procedures. The breakthrough legislation could become a model for the entire continent.
Millions of Ugandans in remote areas can now access banking without traveling for hours, thanks to mobile technology and local agents. A farmer can check their balance, receive payments, and apply for loans using just a basic phone.
Since 2002, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has helped build nearly 700 public skateparks that give 17 million people a year access to action sports. His model has inspired grassroots skate communities from Gaza to Uganda to create safe spaces for youth in the world's most challenging places.
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