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Uganda confirms 10 mpox infections, all with the more transmissible clade 1b strain. Health officials remain vigilant as the country borders DRC, where the current outbreak originated.
Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei's murder by her ex-boyfriend in Kenya highlights the perilous situation faced by successful female athletes. The incident raises questions about police inaction and societal attitudes.
Mourners gather in Uganda to honor Rebecca Cheptegei, an Olympic marathoner killed in a brutal attack. The incident highlights the urgent need to address violence against female athletes in East Africa.
Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, victim of a fatal attack, to be buried with military honors. Her death highlights the persistent issue of violence against female athletes in Kenya.
Dickson Ndiema, suspected of fatally burning Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, succumbs to injuries. The case highlights domestic violence issues in Kenya's athletic community, prompting calls for action.
The ex-partner of Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, accused of fatally burning her, has died from injuries sustained in the attack. This incident highlights ongoing domestic violence issues in Kenya's sports community.
UN human rights chief urges voter vigilance against deceptive politicians in upcoming elections. He highlights global human rights concerns and calls for protection of freedoms worldwide.
The tragic killing of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei in Kenya has reignited discussions on domestic violence. The incident highlights the urgent need for action against gender-based violence in the country and globally.
World Bank and French Development Agency provide substantial funding to Uganda for Kampala's development. The move aims to address infrastructure gaps and improve waste management in the capital city.
Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, 32, tragically died in Kenya after her boyfriend set her on fire. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence against female athletes in East Africa.
Bobi Wine, Uganda's main opposition figure, reportedly shot by security agents in Kampala. Video shows Wine with a leg wound, assisted by party officials. Incident highlights ongoing political tensions in Uganda.
Bobi Wine, prominent Ugandan opposition figure, allegedly shot during a police encounter near Kampala. His party claims it was an assassination attempt, highlighting ongoing political tensions in Uganda.
Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegui suffered severe burns in a reported domestic incident. The Paris Olympian is in critical condition at a Kenyan hospital, with police investigating the attack involving her boyfriend.
A new report highlights human rights abuses linked to oil activities in Uganda, focusing on CNOOC's project near Lake Albert. The findings raise questions about the social and environmental impacts of Uganda's emerging oil industry.
Islamic State claims responsibility for Solingen stabbing, highlighting ongoing global threat. Recent attacks in Russia, Iran, and Oman raise concerns about the group's resurgence despite past defeats.
Former U. S. infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci is recuperating from West Nile virus following a six-day hospital stay. The 83-year-old described it as the most severe illness he's ever experienced.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former director of NIAID, was recently hospitalized with West Nile virus. The 83-year-old public health expert is now recovering at home after a six-day hospital stay.
Gabon has confirmed its first mpox case in a traveler from Uganda. The World Health Organization has declared the disease a global health emergency, with concerns about a new variant's transmission speed.
Berlin's Tierpark zoo celebrates the birth of two endangered Rothschild's giraffe calves, named creatively by a school class and the zoo director's daughter. The zoo anticipates a third birth soon.
Uganda explores new oil regions to boost reserves beyond 6. 5 billion barrels. Chinese funders' decision on crucial pipeline credit expected next month, as production delays persist.
Kampala's streets are flooded with boda-boda motorcycle taxis, a symptom of Uganda's unemployment crisis. This unregulated industry poses safety risks while providing crucial income for thousands.
Bamako, Mali's capital, grapples with waste management as population surges. Residents turn to donkey-drawn carts for garbage collection, highlighting infrastructure challenges and sparking debates on urban solutions.
Uganda has handed over nearly 100 Congolese police officers who fled fighting with M23 rebels. The ongoing conflict has displaced 1.7 million people in North Kivu, contributing to a record 7.2 million displaced Congolese.
A devastating garbage landslide in Kampala has claimed 35 lives, with 28 still missing. The tragedy at Kiteezi landfill highlights ongoing waste management challenges in Uganda's capital.
WHO declares mpox a global emergency as cases surge. Bavarian Nordic's stock rise signals potential increased vaccine demand. New strain detected in Sweden raises mutation concerns.
A Ugandan court has found Thomas Kwoyelo, a Lord's Resistance Army commander, guilty of numerous war crimes. This marks the first conviction of a senior LRA member by Uganda's judiciary, signaling a milestone in the country's pursuit of justice.
Tanzanian authorities release CHADEMA party leaders and supporters following mass arrests over a banned youth meeting. Human rights groups criticize the action as intimidation ahead of upcoming elections.
A landfill collapse in Kampala, Uganda, has resulted in at least 8 fatalities and 14 injuries. Rescue efforts continue as authorities fear the death toll may rise in this impoverished area of the capital.
A landslide at Kampala's main landfill has claimed 13 lives, with rescue operations ongoing. The disaster highlights the urgent need for improved waste management in Uganda's capital.
The traditional Imbalu circumcision ceremony of Uganda's Bamasaaba people confronts tensions between preserving cultural authenticity and embracing modernization. Government involvement and tourism interests spark debate among community members.