Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Health revealed Friday that demand for Lenacapavir, an HIV prevention injection launched in April, currently surpasses available doses, with more men demanding the twice-yearly drug. Speaking at a meeting attended by HIV advocates, researchers and policymakers, Dr Herbert Kadama who coordinates …
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SPECIAL REPORT | THE INDEPENDENT | Women remain vastly underrepresented in political leadership worldwide, according to the latest “Women in Politics: 2026” map, prepared by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and UN Women. The findings reveal that men continue to dominate executive positions and parliamentary seats, with women far from achieving …
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But it’s not just age that affects male fertility COMMENT | THERESA LARKIN | When we talk about a biological clock ticking, it usually means the pressure women feel to fall pregnant before a certain age. It’s linked to the decline in eggs (ova) and fertility as females age. But …
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COMMENT | RAHU | Across the world, the burden of family planning has historically been placed on women. Cultural and societal norms often position men as the ultimate decision-makers in households, leaving women with limited voice in determining family size or accessing reproductive health services. This imbalance not only undermines women’s …
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Katakwi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Men have been encouraged to actively support breastfeeding mothers to improve child health and well-being. Speaking at the celebrations to mark Breastfeeding Week at Katakwi District Headquarters on Thursday, Dr. Simon Ichumar Omeke, the District Health Officer for Katakwi, said that the support includes understanding …
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Despite historical biases, men are increasingly becoming a vital part of the nursing workforce — delivering compassionate care and technical expertise equal to their female counterparts. Kampala, Uganda |THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Masereka is changing careers — from driving to nursing. A former professional driver with Kira Motors, Masereka has …
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ANALYSIS | A new breakthrough study has identified the genetic risk factors that contribute to increased prostate cancer in African men. The study, the largest of its kind, recruited 7,500 men from eastern, southern and west Africa. Medical scientist Wenlong Carl Chen explains why the findings are significant and the promise …
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Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An increasing number of male victims of domestic violence in the West Nile region are coming forward to report cases of abuse, signaling a gradual shift in addressing gender-based violence against men. According to SP Jimmy Anguyo, the Gender-Based Violence Focal Person for the …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), the Ministry of Health, and Wondfo Biotech Company have partnered to promote HIV self-testing among men in Kampala, targeting Boda Boda riders. Jackson Kadumye, the Senior Communications Officer from the Ministry of Health, told journalists in Kisenyi on Friday …
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Age and hormones contribute to a greater need for sleep among women ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | Women and men love to debate the differences between the sexes. But here’s the reality: Science confirms that women not only need more quality sleep than their male counterparts, but they also have a more …
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