Authorities in Kigezi have said cases of tuberculosis (TB) are still high in the sub-region despite several interventions by the government and development partners to contain the disease. The authorities highlight poor health-seeking behaviour, poor living conditions, alcoholism and cul
In a tale of two lifestyles and mixed fortunes, some richer Ugandans are dying earlier while their poorer counterparts are living longer. Our analysis of two separate reports from Uganda Bureau of Statistics (Ubos) and another from the World Bank show that people in regions with high pov
The death of athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who was doused in petrol and set ablaze by her former boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, has renewed questions on governmentâs implementation of the Domestic Violence Act. The 33-year-old was last week buried in Bukwo District, days after Ma
The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda has attributed the rising cases of HIV infections in the country to the proliferation of nude parties, alcoholism and other high-risk sexual behaviours.Dr Stephen Kaziimba Mug
Sometimes all you need is a good cry, and movies have the power to do that. While viewers love light-hearted content that makes them laugh, they equally love being put through the emotional ringer. There are several films known for being certified tearjerkers, w
What you need to know:No eyelids are batted as man and wife inform us that they have written a joint will. They are, in fact, calm and easy-going as they talk to us about that sensitive topic in their home in Lavington, Nairobi.Married for 42 years, and with investments that inclu
