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A hand to hear: Using sign language to bridge the gap

A hand to hear: Using sign language to bridge the gap

The Deaf Awareness Week is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of sign language, promote inclusivity and recognise the contributions of the deaf community. In a world where communication is key, sign language plays a vital role in bridging the gap between the deaf and hear

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It’s time for netball to turn page for good

It’s time for netball to turn page for good

Few statements are as loosely used as ‘new era or a new dawn’. We are such a positive society that we celebrate almost every change. Our hope is never diminished by failure or history. The future is bright, so goes the motto of many schools. Across many spheres of our socie

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Consumers put UNBS on notice over fake weighing scales

Consumers put UNBS on notice over fake weighing scales

Across various trading centres in the eastern region of Uganda, an alarming trend has emerged: traders exploiting customers using fake weighing scales. This deceitful practice allows traders to reap ill-gotten profits, leaving consumers with lighter wallets. "This is not the first time,"

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Netanyahu tells Iran nowhere in Middle East is out of Israel's reach as land invasion looms

Netanyahu tells Iran nowhere in Middle East is out of Israel's reach as land invasion looms

Israel warned Iran on Monday that nowhere in the Middle East was beyond its reach and hinted at a land invasion of Lebanon after assassinating the leader of the Tehran-backed Hezbollah group, one of its biggest adversaries, in a Beirut suburb last week. "There is nowhere we will not go t

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Uganda looks to end five-year wait for Africa Region IV title

Uganda looks to end five-year wait for Africa Region IV title

There was a time less than a decade ago when Team Uganda bossed the men’s regional amateur golf stage. But the winning streak recently came to an end after a resurgence of new Kenyan stars like Daniel Nduva, Adel Balala and John Lejirma among others. Now Uganda Golf Union (UGU), af

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Uganda receives first batch of pipes for crude oil project

Uganda receives first batch of pipes for crude oil project

Uganda on Monday received the first batch of coated line pipes for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, which was delivered to the main camp and pipe yard in Kyotera District, signalling the project developers’ intent to fast track the laying and construction of the cross-border pipeline i

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Museveni lauds outgoing Unicef chief

Museveni lauds outgoing Unicef chief

President Museveni has commended the outgoing United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) country representative Dr Munir Safieldin for “supporting government programs, especially in the area of health.” “Dr Safieldin assumed office during the Covid-19 period in 2021 but

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Officer Kills Wife in Naguru Barracks After Manchester United Defeat

Officer Kills Wife in Naguru Barracks After Manchester United Defeat

Naguru Police Barracks was the scene of a tragic incident on the night of September 29, 2024, when Police Constable Alex Adei, a member of the Counter-Terrorism Tactical Unit, allegedly shot and killed his wife, Barbra Apia.

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UNEB releases 2024 final examination timetable

UNEB releases 2024 final examination timetable

KAMPALA – The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has officially released the 2024 examination timetable for the Four Examinations (4Es), emphasizing security and holistic assessment of learners in a dynamic environment.

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Ntinda: Police Officer Arrested for Double Murder

Ntinda: Police Officer Arrested for Double Murder

A Uganda Police officer has been arrested following a tragic shooting incident that left two people dead at Ntinda Police Barracks. The suspect, identified as Police Constable (PC) Adei Alex, is being held at Jinja Road Police Station on charges of murder.

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