Charlotte Kainerugaba Launches National Blood Drive | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 5, 2026 · 1m

Charlotte Kainerugaba, wife of Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, has launched a nationwide blood donation drive to combat critical shortages—especially for mothers giving birth. Partnering with the Patriotic League and Ministry of Health, the one-month campaign targets saving lives through increased donations, focusing on preventing maternal deaths from bleeding. Officials stress the urgent need for regular contributions to support patients with leukemia, sickle cell disease, and childbirth emergencies, as blood banks strain under demand. With security forces and communities rallying behind…