Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute - NCRI

10/04/2025

🌿 Become a Certified Professional Herbalist!
Join the Occupational Herbalist’s Training Course (Cohort 5) at the Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute (NCRI) and transform your passion for herbal medicine into a recognized profession.

🔬 Learn from expert herbalists and researchers
🏫 Access research facilities
📜 Earn a MOES DIT Certificate (Level 1, 2 & 3)
🧑‍⚕️ Ideal for herbalists, healthcare workers & herbal enthusiasts
📝 Assessment by DIT/MOES (Written & practicals)

📅 Starts: June 2025
📌 Apply by: April 26th
📍 Location: NCRI, Kampala

📞 Contact:
Dr. Grace Nambatya: 0772 867 510
Nambejja Cissy: 0782 723 673
Nakayima Cathy: 0705 885 725
Namuyanja Agnes: 0789 166 621
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.ncri.go.ug

📥 Pick application forms from the institute or reach out now!

👉 Limited slots available. Secure your spot today!

NCRI is a Government Research & Development Institute in Natural Products & Traditional and Complementary healthy systems.

27/02/2025

The Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robbinah Nabbanja, has this afternoon officially launched the construction of Uganda’s first biosciences park in Katugo, Nakasongola. The facility will boost research, innovation, & industrial production in biotechnology & pharmaceuticals.

27/02/2025

Attending the official launch of the Pathogen Biosciences Park in Katuugo, where Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja is expected to be the chief guest.
The 152-acre park aims to enhance vaccine & treatment production, aligning with NDPIV & Vision 2040.

31/12/2024

🌿✨ As 2024 ends, we at NCRI celebrate the power of traditional medicine in transforming lives. Here is to a healthier, prosperous 2025! 🎉
Together, let’s continue embracing nature & science for a brighter future. 🌱

25/12/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at the Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute! 🎉 May this festive season bring you joy, good health, and countless blessings as we step into a new year filled with hope and opportunities. 🌟

28/11/2024

The Occupational Herbalists Trainees (Cohort 4) at the Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute - NCRI are currently undergoing their Level 1 DIT assessment.
We commend their dedication to advancing safe and professional herbal practices. Best of luck to all trainees! 💪

13/11/2024

Themed “Support the Provision of Quality and Safe Traditional Medicine Through Appropriate Regulatory Mechanisms,” this year’s celebration emphasized the importance of regulatory frameworks to ensure quality and safety in traditional medicine.
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Uganda marked African Traditional Medicine Day with a conference and exhibition at Makerere University School of Public Health on the 10th of October 2024. Organized by the Natural Chemotherapeutics Research […]

08/11/2024

Join us as we celebrate a significant milestone in traditional medicine! The Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute (NCRI) proudly graduates a new cohort of Certified Occupational Herbalists, equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide safe, effective, and culturally rooted healthcare. Through rigorous training, these practitioners are now prepared to support their communities with quality herbal remedies and contribute to the ongoing integration of traditional medicine within modern healthcare frameworks.

In this video, you'll hear from graduates, trainers, and NCRI leaders about the program’s impact and the future of traditional medicine in promoting holistic health. Discover how NCRI is empowering traditional medicine practitioners and advancing healthcare in Uganda and beyond. 👇👇👇

Join us as we celebrate a significant milestone in traditional medicine! The Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Institute (NCRI) proudly graduates a new coho...

18/06/2020

9 (Nine) new COVID-19 cases confirmed by Ministry of Health- Uganda from samples tested on 17 June.

The total number of COVID-19 cases in Uganda is now 741.

Total COVID-19 recoveries: 442