The country will celebrate International Older Persons Day tomorrow; elderly population (60+ years) in Uganda increased significantly from 1,7 million in 2016/17 to 2,3 million, according to the recent population and housing census

Emergency Services Report launched in Entebbe in 2023 highlights that motorists lack basic skills to respond to emergencies and road accidents, while Uganda still lacks enough ambulances and manpower to support emergency health services across the country

The Ugandan government has banned the practice of 'disco matanga' at funeral ceremonies, believing that these 'devilish dances' often degenerate into sexual violence

Technology-led charity Hello World is working in central Uganda to bridge digital gaps in hard-to-reach African communities by creating internet hubs with the support of partners and host communities

An image of Rebecca Cheptegei appeared on a giant screen after the marathon races at the Paris Paralympic Games, in a tribute to the Ugandan athlete killed by her boyfriend after being doused with petrol and set on fire