THE efficiency of Uganda’s agricultural extension services were questioned recently when a leading official at the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) told a workshop in Kampala, that “Agriculture production in Uganda has increased since 1962, but productivity has not improved.” Soon after, the new Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA) President Dr Andrew Akashaba…
By Dr. Philip Brian Barekye In Uganda, Veterinary doctors or Veterinary Surgeons are solely trained at Makerere University. This is perhaps due to the requisite high level of infrastructure and manpower needed to equip the learners with globally recommended day one competencies of the professionals. However, other higher institutions of learning such as Ankore Western…
LOUIS JADWONG in MBARARA Hundreds of veterinarians and veterinary paraprofessionals have converged on Mbarara City as the Uganda Veterinary Association ( UVA) hosts activities in the run up to their Annual General Meeting (AGM). The annual pre-AGM events started today, with thousands of farmers trained in poultry, piggery and dairy production by UVA and…
COMMENT | DR ISMAIL ASIIMWE | As I seek for the highest office in the Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA), I think it is only proper that I share a glimpse of my past that has shaped my character. While at Merryland High School Entebbe, I lost generously in a contest to become the students’ chief judge….
COMMENT | DR JOSEPH BYARUHANGA | As a person who has worked with vets in more than 85% of the districts in Uganda, I deeply understand the challenges we face as we strive to serve this country in various capacities and contexts. My leadership will prioritize advocacy, that will be aimed at addressing the gaps…
By Dr Jesse Mukisa Mutesasira Rabies is a zoonotic viral disease that affects warm-blooded animals (dogs,cats, cattle, goats among others) humans inclusive. The disease has two cycles the wild (sylvatic) which happens within wildlife animal reservoirs and susceptible hosts. These include foxes, racoons, wild dogs and other members of the canine family. Then the domestic…
From single disease approach to integrated herd health management approach Better lives through livestock Michel Dione Senior Scientist Herd Health Team – Animal and Human Health Program Presented to GARA African Chapter Seminar – Online 30 September 2024 CLICK TO READ PAPER
The Veterinary Practitioners Act 2023 is an Act to provide for the regulation of veterinary practice by providing for the training, registration and Licensing of veterinary professionals and veterinary para-professionals; to provide for matters incidental to the conduct of veterinary professionals and para-professionals in relation to animal health, production, welfare, public health and biosecurity services;…
Uganda Veterinary Association wishes all Ugandans a happy Heroes day.
| By Dr. Isabel Mweheire | Veterinary doctors, also known as Veterinarians or Veterinary surgeons are trained to detect, diagnose, treat, prevent and control diseases in animals. In so doing, they have a duty to prevent the human population from acquiring some diseases that can come from animals. There are many diseases that humans can…
