Kyatiri health centre III in Kyatiri town council, Masindi district is struggling to meet the increasing demand for maternal services. The facility records between 40 and 50 deliveries per month and nearly 100 mothers seek antenatal care monthly. Despite serving a population of about 15,000 people, it operates with only 15 staff members, seven of whom are technical personnel. Last …

Masindi district chairperson, Cosmas Byaruhanga, has expressed concern over the overwhelming challenges the local government faces in maintaining its extensive road network. The district, with over 400 kilometres of roads, is allocated just sh1.2b for maintenance in the current fiscal year. During a recent meeting with district leadership and technocrats, along with Allen Kagina, the Executive Director of the Uganda …

Mothers with disabilities and their advocates are elated after the introduction of a hydraulic adjustable delivery bed at Masindi Hospital. Procured by Kabarwana Pentecostal Church at a cost of sh6m, aims to create a more accessible birthing environment for mothers who previously faced challenges using standard delivery beds. Many mothers had abandoned Masindi Hospital due to the unwelcoming conditions, citing …

Students from various secondary schools in Masindi municipality are urging the government to establish accessible sexual reproductive health services at local facilities, allowing them to enjoy their rights without fear. Several students shared their experiences with The Albertine Journal highlighting the challenges they face in accessing these services due to stigma, an unfriendly environment, and a lack of information on …