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Ugandan Veterinarian Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka Named Among Top 5 CNN Heroes of 2026

Published by SoftPower News By Rogers Atukunda · 29 October 2026 at 19:25
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Ugandan Veterinarian Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka Named Among Top 5 CNN Heroes of 2026
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Ugandan wildlife veterinarian Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has been named among the Top 5 CNN Heroes of 2026, earning international recognition for her work protecting endangered mountain gorillas while improving the health and livelihoods of communities living alongside them. CNN announced the five finalists on Wednesday, October 28, ahead of its 20th annual CNN Heroes: An […] The post Ugandan Veterinarian Gladys Kalem

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