The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has declined a government proposal to substitute financial allowances for intern doctors with daily lunch provisions. This decision follows the recent removal of a 1 million Ugandan shilling allowance previously provided to medical interns. UMA President Dr. Frank Asiimwe stated that interns have broader financial needs than simply meals. The association believes the government’s offer fails to adequately address the financial difficulties faced by interns. The move comes amid concerns regarding the welfare of young doctors completing their mandatory internships. The UMA is advocating for a more comprehensive solution to support interns during their training period. Further details regarding the association’s proposed alternatives have not yet been released.