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Afema Erick retweeted
In memory of Dr. Marie-France !
Dr. Marie-France Shogogo, a young physician from Beni, devoted her life to protecting her people on the frontlines of the Ebola outbreak. She treated the sick and stood between her community and the virus until the disease claimed her own life.
Her courage was quiet and complete. She chose service over safety and compassion over fear. In a few short years she gave everything for others.
May God grant her eternal rest.
Her sacrifice will not be forgotten.
@MinSanteRDC
@AfricaCDC
@MinofHealthUG
@MOH_Kenya
Afema Erick retweeted
Elijah has spent his life in hospital. Like many children needing heart surgery in Uganda, his family faces enormous financial barriers.
Through Upasuaji, we have an opportunity to fund surgery for TWO children, thanks to a matching donor.
Please support or share ❤️
As a surgeon in Uganda, I have seen how access to timely surgery can change a life.
@upasuaji_intl is raising funds for children who need heart surgery. A generous donor will sponsor a second child's surgery if we fund the first.
Two children. Two chances at life. ❤️
Afema Erick retweeted
In 2020, I asked how healthcare could reach underserved communities
That question inspired Best Medical Center🇺🇬, launched in 2022
Today, we’ve served 8,000+ facility patients&reached 15,000+ people through outreaches
Our mission continues: making care accessible to everyone
Afema Erick retweeted
Yesterday, I met with medical interns and leaders of the Uganda Medical Association, led by their President, Dr. Frank Asiimwe, at State House Entebbe.
I committed to supporting the UMA SACCO to enable health workers to access affordable credit, upgrade their skills and create opportunities to employ themselves. This is a practical way of empowering our medical professionals.
I also directed that the policy requiring medical students to complete internship before graduating be corrected. Graduation and housemanship are separate processes, and we should not waste time by mixing the two.
On interns’ allowances, we shall continue consultations while ensuring that our decisions are guided by affordability and sustainability.
I also support the proposal for tax relief for health workers and improved access to essential, life supporting items.
Our goal is to build a strong health sector with skilled, motivated and empowered professionals who can deliver quality healthcare to all Ugandans.
Afema Erick retweeted
As the Free Eye Camp comes to a close, we reflect on an impactful period of service, collaboration and learning.
400 eye surgeries successfully performed
Cataracts, squints, phlegm & emergency cases managed
Visiting surgeons strengthened capacity & helped clear the patient backlog
Skills transfer & technical guidance supported complex procedures
Beyond surgery, patients received medication, check-ups and counselling on better eye care.
A huge thank you to the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) for the valuable support and collaboration in addressing the burden of eye disease in Uganda.
@MulagoReferral , we are grateful to have been part of this important service to our patients and community.
#FreeEyeCamp #EyeCare #MulagoHospital #ASOU
Afema Erick retweeted
Seven months after Hoima Regional Referral Hospital began providing dialysis services, patients from the Bunyoro sub-region are no longer being referred to Kampala for the life-sustaining treatment.
#VisionUpdates
newvision.co.ug/category/hea…
Afema Erick retweeted
🎙️ Dr. Henry Ddungu, Senior Consultant Haematologist, Uganda Cancer Institute:
“This is not just a win for the Uganda Cancer Institute, but a win for every Ugandan.
We are proving that with the right investment in technology and human capital, we can treat the most complex cancers right here at home in Uganda.”
#UgandaCancerInstitute #LifeReimagined
Afema Erick retweeted
6th Kidney Transplant Camp | Closing
@MulagoReferral concludes its 6th Kidney Transplant Camp with 19 successful kidney transplants performed since the programme began in 2023.
A key milestone was the final transplant of the camp, successfully performed independently by the @MulagoReferral team—a significant step in building local capacity.
We thank Yashoda & Kidney Care For All teams for their continued technical guidance and support.
The Executive Director, Dr Rosemary Byanyima, called for strengthened Government support in human resource capacity, a dedicated transplant ICU &laboratory immunology services to enable more independent transplants and faster care.
The next camp is scheduled for November, as Mulago works towards making kidney transplantation a regular, independently delivered service.
#KidneyTransplant #MulagoHospital
# SpecialisedHealthcare #CapacityBuilding
Afema Erick retweeted
when this comes to your timeline and you can’t donate, kindly just repost please 🙏
We received a devastating news from the doctor that eliete's cancer is progressing aggressively and about to reach the brain.
Donate:👉 givesendgo.com/GHW27?utm_sou…
We are asking for your support more than ever.we must move as fast as possible to get her into surgery. Time is our biggest challenge right now. 🙏 Please if God puts it in your heart to help my little niece with donations or prayers we will appreciate it.
Please keep Eliete in your thoughts and prayers. We believe in the power of prayers,hope and healing with God everything is possible..help by sharing even if you cannot donate, please Repost and Quote..your share could reach the people who are in a position to help eliete get the surgery done.
Thank you for your kindness, love and support❤
Afema Erick retweeted
I have just been learned of the health status of our colleague Dr Sylvia Wanzala (University of Minnesota) who is currently having a terminal illness and her only request is to be taken back home to Uganda 🇺🇬 to spend time surrounded by family.
Please help pray for her and also DONATE towards bringing her back home🙏
Afema Erick retweeted
Rt Hon @JoelSsenyonyi lays on the table a letter from the Uganda Medical Association threatening industrial action by doctors over the government’s failure to facilitate medical interns.
He questioned why funds cannot be found to facilitate these interns when they play such a critical role in the country’s health sector.
#KeepingTheGovtInCheck
Afema Erick retweeted
🚨UPDATE: I find it so annoying for these brainless police officers humiliating doctors in such a way.
What’s the aim of harassing a doctor like this?😡
Afema Erick retweeted
Let’s all join the Sickle Cell Disease Run on the 20th September 2026.The kits are available at the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda.Every kit you buy supports one month”s supply of hydroxyurea the medicine which improves the health of these warriors.Thank you
Afema Erick retweeted
Today, #Uganda has discharged the last #Ebola patient, a Congolese national who has successfully recovered and ready to be with his family.
We now begin the 42-day countdown required before Uganda can officially declare the outbreak over, in line with international guidelines.
While we celebrate this achievement, we urge everyone to remain vigilant. If you develop symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhoea or unexplained bleeding, seek immediate medical care. Early treatment saves lives.
The Ministry appreciates health workers, communities, partners and all Ugandans for standing together to protect our nation.
The discharge was officiated by the Minister for Health, Hon. @CHRISBARYOMUNS1, Director General Health Services, Prof. @olaro_charles, Under Secretary, Mr. Kenneth Akiiri, @WHOUganda, @UNICEFUganda, @AfricaCDC and Ministry of Health senior officials at the Mulago National Isolation Unit.
For more information, visit; health.go.ug/uganda-discharg…
#MOHatWork | #FightEbolaUG26
Afema Erick retweeted
We commenced this today. Share it with those you think will benefit. Thank you in advance
Afema Erick retweeted
Only 21 days until the Africa Primary Health Care Forum 2026!
The conversations that drive stronger health systems start here.
Don't miss your chance to be part of them.
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Date: 30–31 July 2026
#APHCF2026 #HealthLeadership #Africa
Afema Erick retweeted
Awesome God, as the first light of this Saturday morning shines through, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude. Another day, another opportunity to experience Your grace, mercy, and love. May whatever I touch be fruitful from today, in Jesus’ name, I pray, amen! 🙏🙏
#VisionUpdates
Afema Erick retweeted
To stop Ebola in DRC, community trust is a top priority.
@UN_News_Centre @UnaidsDRC
news.un.org/en/story/2026/06…
Afema Erick retweeted
❝The National Education and Training for Health Policy (NETH) was developed without adequate consultation, yet it has far-reaching implications for the welfare of a critical segment of the health workforce.
As it stands, the policy risks removing basic welfare provisions for medical interns, SHOs, fellows, and other early-career health professionals who form an essential part of service delivery in our public health system.
We therefore call for;
▪️Reinstatement of medical interns, SHOs, and fellows into public service as junior officers on probation, including roles such as Junior Medical Officer, Junior Nursing Officer, Junior Pharmacist, and Junior Dental Surgeon, with full remuneration and appropriate employment terms.
▪️A pause on the current NETH policy in its present form, and the initiation of meaningful stakeholder consultation to develop a revised framework that reflects the realities, rights, and welfare needs of health workers.
A policy of this magnitude cannot be effective without the voices of those it directly affects.
~ @DrAloneNahabwe | @TheUMAofficial
#PayAllMedicalInterns
