Richard Linga

Communication Specialist. Passionate about Journalism, Environment, Health, WASH & Education % Liverpool FC.

[UVRI @UVRIug]

Professor @olaro_charles, the Director General Health Services @MinofHealthUG officially launches the 90 years celebration of discoveries and global impact.

@UVRIug
#UVRIAt90
#ScienceInAction

[BBS TEREFAYINA @bbstvug]

#Twejjanjabe | Hasifah Karungi https://t.co/TOObR8zH2V

[Jim Spire Ssentongo @SpireJim]

You haven’t experienced enough of the dark side of capitalism until you deal with publishers. From journals that get free articles from authors plus free reviewing labour, only to sell the products for years (with the author also having to pay for access); to publishers that won’t give authors even a mere half of the profit from selling their intellectual labour (if they give them anything at all). That’s how some authors end up choosing to forget about their own books.

Many writers, especially the academic, are primarily driven by the passion to write, and are often happy enough having their work out there. It is this innocent drive that the capitalistic publication industry abuses and exploits. And today that many academics are on pressure to publish, more predators have positioned themselves in the industry to take advantage and get free products to sell - with a little editorial input and branding. The advertisement of the articles or books will also often be freely done by the author, since they wish for their work to be visible. Little wonder that many writers without another source of income will often die poor and indebted, even authors of ‘best sellers’. It is also no surprise that, with all its downsides, many authors are resorting to self-publishing and vending their own books at events. If you are writing a book to make money, think twice.

If you asked me, for instance, the money I’ve made from my five books published through presses in the last 10 years, it cannot even buy two local cows 😀! The only satisfaction is in seeing people reading them and hearing that they are selling. Nevertheless, I would still urge Ugandans to write more and more. So much around here passes like wind, with no record left for future reference.

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Which mosquito makes the loudest noise???

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Mosquitoes must be very happy with this afternoon's heavy rain in many parts of Wakiso district. The rain creates water spots for mosquitoes to lay eggs which eventually develop into adult mosquitoes that spread malaria. Let’s eliminate all stagnant water to prevent malaria.

[Government of Uganda @GovUganda]

President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the cancellation of land titles within Kitubulu Central Forest Reserve, located in Entebbe Municipality, Wakiso District.

[Government of Uganda @GovUganda]

A team of paediatric surgeons at Mulago have successfully separated the parasitic twins after three hours of intense surgery (including time to administer anaesthesia).

[Uganda Red Cross Society @UgandaRedCross]

Well Done, Gidi Sadara from Kira!
A huge thank you to Gidi Sadara for stepping up and donating blood. Your selfless act is a contribution to saving lives and humanity. We appreciate your generosity, and you’ve truly made a difference in someone’s life today.

Your support inspires others to take action and help when it’s needed most.
#HumanityNeedsYou

[Uganda Red Cross Society @UgandaRedCross]

URGENT BLOOD DONATION REQUEST – O-NEGATIVE NEEDED!

We urgently need donations of O-negative blood. Your donation could save a life in critical need. If you're eligible and able to donate, please visit any blood donation center or blood bank closer to you.

Contact Us for more Information: ☎️URCS Toll-free 0800211088
☎️UBTS Toll -free 0800122422

Every donation counts, and your support could make all the difference. Please help spread the word and encourage others to donate as well.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity!
#HumanityNeedsYou
@ubtsug1
@MinofHealthUG

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Following the conclusion of the Presidential and Parliamentary elections, here is a revised schedule of polling dates for the remaining Local Government Councils and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) elections.

More details: https://t.co/moDOPZYO15

#MyVoteMyVoice

[Richard Linga @lingric]

It is hours away to presidential elections. Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world. By voting tomorrow, we exercise the right to stand for something! Let's stand for better health care to stop malaria that kills thousands of Ugandans annually. Go and vote!

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a health research institute in Uganda @ Uganda Virus Research Institute. Check out some of the jobs listed in the advert and take a shot. " You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." Good luck!

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Mosquito nets distribution commenced yesterday in some districts in Uganda. Don't miss the opportunity to get a mosquito net to protect you and your loved ones from malaria. Malaria killed more than 13,000 people in Uganda in 2024, according to the World Health Organisation.

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Mosquito nets distribution commences today in Lango sub- region. Sleeping under a mosquito net every night protects you and your loved one from Malaria. #MOHatWork

[Richard Linga @lingric]

What time do you close your windows and doors in the evening....4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm???? Closing windows and doors early in the evening is an effective way to prevent mosquitoes from entering your house to bite you and transmit malaria. Together We Can End Malaria!

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Insecticide treated nets are a highly effective tool to fight malaria because they block mosquitoes and kill them. Are you in any of the listed districts? Be ready to receive your net and use it effectively. Let's fight malaria for good.

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Guno omwaka tulwanyise ensiri ezisasanya omusujja, tutaase obulamu.

[Richard Linga @lingric]

Happy New Year! What is your resolution for 2026........Save yourself from mosquito bites by using all available mosquitoes control methods....

[UVRI @UVRIug]

Don’t miss an exciting TV talk show on @ntvuganda with a team from our Entomology Department and @TargetMalaria today, Monday, 8th December 2025, from 4–5 PM. They will be diving into insightful conversations you don't want to miss!!
#EndMalaria #TargetMalariaUganda #Malaria

[NTV UGANDA @ntvuganda]

The World Malaria Report 2025 | Talk show https://t.co/tyf7pfEHIo