“Our strategy is to reach people at the last mile. We are working with universities and schools across Uganda to bring screening closer to young people.”
— Dr. @CAkwesigye during Hon. @dbahati ’s visit to MHS’s Ntinda facility today.
#KnowYourStatus#MadeInUganda
“At @Microhaem Scientifics, this milestone is more than innovation it is a commitment to Africa’s self-reliance. By manufacturing high-quality diagnostic kits in Uganda, we are strengthening national healthcare systems while positioning our country to serve regional and continental markets. This is how Africa builds its own future in healthcare.”
This is more than manufacturing it is a declaration of Uganda’s self-reliance. By producing our own diagnostic kits,we are not only strengthening our health system but positioning ourselves to serve the region and the continent. The future of healthcare in Africa.
Test kits for HIV, malaria and sickle cell disease — for the first time, now locally made in Uganda 🇺🇬
Prime Minister @R_Nabbanja launched the national rollout of these test kits this afternoon at Kampala Serena Hotel
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Historic milestone for Uganda🇺🇬!
Under President @KagutaMuseveni’s leadership, Uganda becomes the first country in Africa to implement a local HIV Testing Algorithm using locally manufactured test kits.
Read more: https://t.co/7fhBL0t7nq
#BUBU#Sovereignty@MinofHealthUG
@Microhaem As Uganda’s largest IVD manufacturer, Microhaem Scientifics is proud to lead the way in producing high-quality, locally manufactured diagnostic test kits.
We are committed to empowering health workers with reliable tools, building trust in locally made solutions, and advancing Uganda’s health sovereignty under the Buy Uganda Build Uganda initiative. 🇺🇬🧪
#BUBU #HealthSovereignty #Diagnostics #Uganda #AfricanInnovation
UPDATE: The Prime Minister is set to launch locally manufactured IVD test kits under the BUBU initiative. The kits cover malaria, sickle cell and HIV, and are being rolled out by the Ministry of Health with partners in the presence of district health and regional lab managers.
📸: Courtesy
#TayariWestUpdates
“Moments from today’s #BUBU launch 🇺🇬🧪! Our @Microhaem scientists were fully present, guiding health workers and demonstrating our locally manufactured HIV, Malaria & Sickle Cell test kits. Their dedication, expertise, and teamwork made the day a true celebration of innovation and life-saving impact. #MadeInUganda #HealthSovereignty #TeamMicrohaem”
As Uganda’s largest IVD manufacturer, @Microhaem Scientifics is proud to lead the way in producing high-quality, locally manufactured diagnostic test kits.
We are committed to empowering health workers with reliable tools, building trust in locally made solutions, and advancing Uganda’s health sovereignty under the Buy Uganda Build Uganda initiative. 🇺🇬🧪
#BUBU #HealthSovereignty #Diagnostics #Uganda #AfricanInnovation
The BUBU IVD launch is officiated by @MinofHealthUG Minister @JaneRuth_Aceng, joined by PS @DianaAtwine, DGHS Dr. @olaro_charles, and our CEO @CAkwesigye , alongside key government & partner stakeholders.
Microhaem Scientifics is the main IVD manufacturer, delivering life-saving diagnostics 🇺🇬🧪
#MadeInUganda #BUBU #Diagnostics #HealthSovereignty #IVD
“The room is full, the energy is high!
The @MinofHealthUG ‘s national training on new locally made rapid diagnostic test kits is happening now at Hotel Africana.
Bringing together teams from across Uganda to ensure nationwide readiness for #HIV, #Malaria & #Sickle Cell Disease testing. #BUBU 🇺🇬🧪”
MHS, led by our CEO Dr. @CAkwesigye , had the honour of hosting the Speaker of South Sudan 🇸🇸, Rt. Hon. @JemmaNunuKumba , for a courtesy visit at our headquarters.
During the visit, the Speaker toured our state-of-the-art #IVD manufacturing facilities, gaining firsthand insight into the innovation, quality, and scientific excellence that define Microhaem Scientifics.
At MHS, we believe the days are not far when Africa will lead in #diagnostics, #research, and #medical innovation and we are proud to be among the pioneers driving this vision.
@hiha_awards #Africahealthsummit
#MicrohaemScientifics #IVDManufacturing #AfricanInnovation #DiagnosticsLeadership
Panel Discussion 1 sets the tone for #HIHA2025 as leaders dive into Operationalising Africa’s New Public Health Order.
Guided by insights from @AfricaCDC, the conversation explores how the continent can fast-track R&D, strengthen health sovereignty, and build a robust manufacturing ecosystem that reduces external reliance.
As Microhaem Scientifics (MHS), we are proud to contribute to this vision through our commitment to local manufacturing, innovation, and high-quality diagnostics made in Uganda for Africa.
A powerful start to the Africa Health Summit.
#HeroesInHealthAwards #AfricaHealthSummit #HIHA2025
The discussions are centered on how Africa can expand sustainable health funding, fast-track domestic production, local manufacturing, increase vaccine output, and accelerate regulatory improvements all aimed at securing the continent’s long-term health self-reliance.
#AfricaHealthSummit #HIHA2025 #AHS2025