May 18 The Ebola outbreak started weeks ago, officials say. Here's a timeline of what we know By Mogomotsi Magome, Associated Press The outbreak has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization and the death toll has risen to more than 100. Continue reading
May 18 Ebola and hantavirus have African leaders talking 'health sovereignty' as donor support fades By Farai Mutsaka, Associated Press A new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda is highlighting Africa's struggle with reduced international aid. Continue reading
May 17 What to know about the Ebola outbreak that has grown into a global health emergency By Chinedu Asadu, Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — The World Health Organization declared Sunday the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. Africa's top public health body first confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo's Ituri province… Continue reading
May 17 WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a global health emergency By Chinedu Asadu, Associated Press More than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths have been reported. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatments or vaccines. Continue reading
May 15 Uganda confirms Ebola case in man from neighboring Congo who died in Ugandan capital By Associated Press Uganda on Friday reported one Ebola case involving a Congolese man admitted to a hospital in Kampala three days before he died. Officials said the case was “imported” from Congo, and that Uganda has not yet confirmed any local cases. Continue reading
May 13 Watch 9:07 Uganda's open-door refugee policy under strain as regional conflicts intensify By Fred de Sam Lazaro, Simeon Lancaster Conflict in the Middle East has drawn attention away from other devastating wars, including in Sudan, where millions of civilians have been displaced and forced to flee to neighboring countries. It comes as nations have reduced refugee assistance, leaving humanitarian… Continue watching
Apr 23 Watch 8:42 'America First' aid policy reshapes how U.S. delivers global health assistance By Fred de Sam Lazaro, Simeon Lancaster Since the dismantling of USAID, the Trump administration has been revamping aid policies, focusing on smaller deals with recipient governments. Countries receiving American aid will be required to finance part, and eventually, the entire program. Fred de Sam Lazaro reports… Continue watching
Apr 22 Watch 6:38 Uganda sees spike in disease-related deaths after elimination of USAID By Fred de Sam Lazaro, Simeon Lancaster In 2025, the Trump administration dissolved the $40 billion U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID. Days later, an exemption for "life-saving humanitarian assistance" was issued. But what that included was not specified and aid for health programs has been… Continue watching
Nov 05 Mamdani's win inspires Ugandans who see hope in youth joining politics By Rodney Muhumuza, Associated Press Uganda has had the same president for nearly four decades, and opposition leaders face challenges in elections. Mamdani, born in Uganda, has kept his citizenship even after becoming a U.S. citizen. Mamdani's win offers hope for young people to shape… Continue reading
Nov 03 In Uganda, NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani is remembered with pride By Rodney Muhumuza, Associated Press Zohran Mamdani is leading the New York City mayor's race, and people in his native Uganda say they are watching with pride. Continue reading