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Epidemics know no borders; the role of institutions like the World Health Organization is critical.   Red ribbon logo in the fight against HIV/AIDS Mitchell Warren, the executive director of the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition (AVAC), describes the damage that the Trump administration is causing by withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). This commentary was first published on …

Toronto, Ontario — July 17–19, 2026 — As the world converges around the energy of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Toronto will also host a powerful gathering of culture, leadership, and purpose. African Descent Ontario (ADSON) is proud to present the African Descent Summit 2026, themed “United by History for the Love of Our Heritage,” at Celebrations Banquet Hall, 174 …

By Amiri Wabusimba. Each year, World Leprosy Day is observed globally on the last Sunday of January and this 2026 on 25 January Uganda invited the international community to reflect on a disease that medicine has largely mastered but society has not. The 2026 theme, “Leprosy is curable; the real challenge is stigma,” captured a paradox that continues to shape …

Anti-transgender initiative: U.S. embassies must report nations where minors can get gender-affirming surgery U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Ramping up its anti-transgender campaign targeting U.S. citizens, the Trump administration has ordered U.S. embassies to issue reports on nations that allow gender-affirming medical care for minors, which Trump loyalists categorize as a  human rights abuse. The Council for Global …

A sperm donor who unknowingly harboured a genetic mutation that dramatically raises the risk of cancer has fathered at least 197 children across Europe, a major investigation has revealed. Some children have already died and only a minority who inherit the mutation will escape cancer in their lifetimes. The sperm was not sold to UK clinics, but the BBC can …

The global AIDS community has been awaiting a plan from the Trump administration beyond funding cuts. But the “America First Global Health Strategy” released last month, is not what many were hoping for. While it prioritizes sector goals, such as greater country ownership, it would also withdraw funding for technical assistance or to monitor program quality. Experts say these pieces …

Zanzibar — A historic milestone in global diplomacy and divine royalty is unfolding as Her Grace Duchess Julian Businge, the Duchess of Civility from Uganda, leads the world’s first-ever Royal Civility Hall of Fame — an international royal gathering uniting monarchs, leaders, and change-makers from ten nations under one heavenly vision: to celebrate civility, identity, and legacy. Born from the …

Zanzibar — A historic milestone in global diplomacy and divine royalty is unfolding as Her Grace Duchess Julian Businge, the Duchess of Civility from Uganda, leads the world’s first-ever Royal Civility Hall of Fame — an international royal gathering uniting monarchs, leaders, and change-makers from ten nations under one heavenly vision: to celebrate civility, identity, and legacy. Born from the …

KALAKI — First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni, has praised Uganda’s democratic maturity, describing it as one of the most peaceful and exemplary systems in the world. Maama Janet made the remarks while accompanying President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the NRM Presidential Candidate for the 2026–2031 term, during his campaign rally held at Kalaki Primary School …

Zanzibar: In a glittering and historic ceremony at the magnificent Shukran Palace, the Royal Civility Institute inducted a distinguished group of world leaders, innovators, and humanitarian champions into the Royal Civility Hall of Fame 2025. The annual celebration recognized pioneers whose transformative work continues to shape a more peaceful, civil, and honorable world. From breakthroughs in environmental conservation and social …