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More boys facing violence in refugee settlements

More boys facing violence in refugee settlements

A recent study reveals a troubling rise in violence against nearly half of children and youth in Uganda's refugee settlements, with boys increasingly becoming victims. The study found that almost 50% of males and females aged 18-24 had experienced some form of violence before adulthood.“

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Cheptegei was killed despite her efforts to protect herself

Cheptegei was killed despite her efforts to protect herself

On the morning of Sunday Sept. 1, Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei was preparing to go to church from her home in the highlands of western Kenya. Her ex-boyfriend called a friend of his to ask if he could borrow a lighter.

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Store credit cards now carry a record interest rate as more Americans struggle to make payments

Store credit cards now carry a record interest rate as more Americans struggle to make payments

Retail credit card interest rates have reached an all-time record, according to new data from Bankrate.The average APR for retail credit cards is 30.45% this year, which is up from 28.93% a year ago, 26.72% two ye

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Overcoming Fear: Type 1 Diabetics Encouraged to Exercise Safely and Effectively

Overcoming Fear: Type 1 Diabetics Encouraged to Exercise Safely and Effectively

Fear of experiencing low blood sugar levels deters many individuals with Type 1 diabetes from engaging in physical activity, a recent study reveals. Managing Diabetes with ExerciseThe fear of suffering a blood sug

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 Why attention to detail is important

Why attention to detail is important

Alice Nakato is seasoned events consultant with over 15 years of experience in the industry. She has worked as a Client Services Executive, Events Manager, and Business Development Manager at Fenon Entertainment.Her ultimate goal is to always deliver exceptional

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Joy as Uganda Airlines craft touches Abuja base for first time

Joy as Uganda Airlines craft touches Abuja base for first time

A water cannon salute went off at about 6:25pm Nigerian time on Thursday, as the Uganda Airlines aircraft touched ground at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport, in Abuja, marking a historical first direct flight between Entebbe and Abuja for Uganda’s

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Lukwago demands review of Greater Kampala programme

Lukwago demands review of Greater Kampala programme

Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has called for a review of the Shs2.2 trillion Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP) to ensure the effective allocation of the budgeted funds.Add

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Proposed five new cities to come with a hefty price tag

Proposed five new cities to come with a hefty price tag

The Ugandan government is proposing to create more new cities amid concerns that the nine cities, which were created in 2020, are already crippling financially and operating under numerous challenges.The Constitut

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About 100 school-going children stranded after Kiteezi disaster

About 100 school-going children stranded after Kiteezi disaster

About 100 children, who were victims of the Kiteezi landfill garbage collapse that killed over 35 people, are still stranded with no basics and fees with the final third term few days away, authorities have said.A

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The rising sickle cell disease burden

The rising sickle cell disease burden

Tracy Katusiime, 22, a teacher from Wakiso District was born with sickle cell disorder. She says she takes at least two different types of medicines every day to manage the condition.“My parents got to know my s

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