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Older Persons to Get Medical Insurance

 / July 16,2026
The Government of Uganda plans to introduce a medical insurance policy for older persons, particularly those living in rural areas, according to Hon. Jacqueline Mbabazi, Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development in charge of Older Persons Affairs. The Minister made the announcement during the meeting for the…

1,000 Parish Women Leaders Trained on GBV

 / January 07,2026
Teenage pregnancies and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remain critical challenges affecting girls and women across Uganda, particularly in rural areas. The National Women’s Council (NWC), organized a Paralegal Skills Training for Parish Women’s Council Leaders in the Sebei Sub-region. The training was conducted in Kapchorwa District and attended by parish women…

Older Persons Income Security Focus

 / January 07,2026
Uganda commemorated the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) on 1st October 2025 at St. John Secondary School Playground in Jinja District. The celebrations were held under the theme “Enhanced Household Incomes: A Key to Dignity and Respect for Older Persons.” The event was presided over by the Vice President…