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WHO Launches Ebola Vaccine Trial in Uganda After Outbreak
The WHO donated 2,160 experimental Ebola vaccine doses to Uganda to assess their effectiveness against the Sudan Ebola virus, following an outbreak that killed a healthcare worker in Kampala, marking the country's eighth Ebola epidemic.
WHO Launches Ebola Vaccine Trial in Uganda After Outbreak
The WHO donated 2,160 experimental Ebola vaccine doses to Uganda to assess their effectiveness against the Sudan Ebola virus, following an outbreak that killed a healthcare worker in Kampala, marking the country's eighth Ebola epidemic.
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36% Bias Score
Uganda Confirms Ebola Outbreak in Kampala
Uganda's Ministry of Health confirmed a Sudan Ebola outbreak in Kampala on Thursday, after a 32-year-old nurse died from the virus; 44 contacts have been identified, and the WHO has committed $1 million to support the response.
Uganda Confirms Ebola Outbreak in Kampala
Uganda's Ministry of Health confirmed a Sudan Ebola outbreak in Kampala on Thursday, after a 32-year-old nurse died from the virus; 44 contacts have been identified, and the WHO has committed $1 million to support the response.
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16% Bias Score
M23 Rebellion in Congo: 16 Peacekeepers Killed, Regional Crisis Deepens
Renewed fighting in eastern Congo between M23 rebels and Congolese forces, supported by Rwanda, has resulted in the deaths of 16 African peacekeepers and widespread human rights abuses. An emergency SADC meeting is underway in Zimbabwe, excluding Rwanda.
M23 Rebellion in Congo: 16 Peacekeepers Killed, Regional Crisis Deepens
Renewed fighting in eastern Congo between M23 rebels and Congolese forces, supported by Rwanda, has resulted in the deaths of 16 African peacekeepers and widespread human rights abuses. An emergency SADC meeting is underway in Zimbabwe, excluding Rwanda.
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44% Bias Score
Ebola Outbreak in Kampala, Uganda Claims One Life
Uganda's Ministry of Health confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Kampala, claiming the life of a 32-year-old nurse who exhibited various symptoms and died of multi-organ failure. The Sudan Ebola virus, a highly infectious disease, is responsible for this eighth outbreak since 2000, impacting contact tr...
Ebola Outbreak in Kampala, Uganda Claims One Life
Uganda's Ministry of Health confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Kampala, claiming the life of a 32-year-old nurse who exhibited various symptoms and died of multi-organ failure. The Sudan Ebola virus, a highly infectious disease, is responsible for this eighth outbreak since 2000, impacting contact tr...
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32% Bias Score
New HIV Injection Offers Hope, but Political Headwinds Threaten Progress
A new long-acting HIV injection offers six months of protection with one dose; however, political attacks on programs like PEPFAR and the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ laws in countries with high HIV burdens threaten to reverse progress, potentially leading to future pandemics.
New HIV Injection Offers Hope, but Political Headwinds Threaten Progress
A new long-acting HIV injection offers six months of protection with one dose; however, political attacks on programs like PEPFAR and the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ laws in countries with high HIV burdens threaten to reverse progress, potentially leading to future pandemics.
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52% Bias Score
CAF Postpones 2024 CHAN Tournament to August 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) postponed the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) scheduled for Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda in 2024 to August 2025 due to the need for additional time to ensure that infrastructure meets required standards, despite significant progress in...
CAF Postpones 2024 CHAN Tournament to August 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) postponed the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) scheduled for Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda in 2024 to August 2025 due to the need for additional time to ensure that infrastructure meets required standards, despite significant progress in...
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40% Bias Score
Uganda Reports First Ebola Death Since 2023
A 32-year-old male nurse in Kampala, Uganda, died of Ebola on Wednesday, marking the first fatality since January 2023; at least 44 contacts are being traced, and the World Health Organization pledged $1 million to support Uganda's response.
Uganda Reports First Ebola Death Since 2023
A 32-year-old male nurse in Kampala, Uganda, died of Ebola on Wednesday, marking the first fatality since January 2023; at least 44 contacts are being traced, and the World Health Organization pledged $1 million to support Uganda's response.
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12% Bias Score
Sudan Ebola Death Confirmed in Uganda; WHO Responds with $1 Million in Aid
A 32-year-old nurse in Kampala, Uganda, died from Sudan Ebola, confirmed by three national labs; 44 close contacts are being vaccinated, and the WHO is deploying experts and providing $1 million in aid.
Sudan Ebola Death Confirmed in Uganda; WHO Responds with $1 Million in Aid
A 32-year-old nurse in Kampala, Uganda, died from Sudan Ebola, confirmed by three national labs; 44 close contacts are being vaccinated, and the WHO is deploying experts and providing $1 million in aid.
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28% Bias Score
Uganda Confirms Ninth Ebola Outbreak, First Death in Kampala
Uganda's health ministry confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Kampala, resulting in the death of a male nurse on January 29th; forty-four contacts are being traced, but the outbreak's location poses challenges due to Kampala's high population density and its role as a regional transportation hub.
Uganda Confirms Ninth Ebola Outbreak, First Death in Kampala
Uganda's health ministry confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Kampala, resulting in the death of a male nurse on January 29th; forty-four contacts are being traced, but the outbreak's location poses challenges due to Kampala's high population density and its role as a regional transportation hub.
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Uganda Confirms First Ebola Death of 2024
Uganda confirmed its first Ebola death of 2024 in Kampala, a 32-year-old man who died on January 29th from the Sudan Ebola virus strain; health authorities are tracing 44 contacts and initiating vaccinations.
Uganda Confirms First Ebola Death of 2024
Uganda confirmed its first Ebola death of 2024 in Kampala, a 32-year-old man who died on January 29th from the Sudan Ebola virus strain; health authorities are tracing 44 contacts and initiating vaccinations.
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40% Bias Score
Kainerugaba's X Return Sparks Controversy in Uganda
Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba reactivated his X account, issuing threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine and a US diplomat, despite previously stating he was focusing on his military duties. This action reignited debate about his political ambitions and breached military protocol.
Kainerugaba's X Return Sparks Controversy in Uganda
Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba reactivated his X account, issuing threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine and a US diplomat, despite previously stating he was focusing on his military duties. This action reignited debate about his political ambitions and breached military protocol.
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40% Bias Score
Uganda: Opposition Leader Besigye Faces Treachery Charge Ahead of 2026 Elections
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye faces a military court trial on a treachery charge, punishable by death, following his arrest in Kenya and alleged solicitation of foreign military support to destabilize Uganda's national security; the trial raises concerns about human rights and the upcoming...
Uganda: Opposition Leader Besigye Faces Treachery Charge Ahead of 2026 Elections
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye faces a military court trial on a treachery charge, punishable by death, following his arrest in Kenya and alleged solicitation of foreign military support to destabilize Uganda's national security; the trial raises concerns about human rights and the upcoming...
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40% Bias Score
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