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
Have you ever asked your child how school was today, only to be told it was “boring”? It’s a conversation sadly all-too-familiar to a lot of parents. Many are left wondering why and what they can do to help. It’s important to understand why your child may be feeling bored at
The government has renewed its call to phase out the use of mercury among Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Miners (ASGM), citing severe health risks and environmental pollution. Phiona Nyamutoro, Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development (Minerals), emphasized the urgency of thi
Uganda’s first son and miliary chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has told America’s ambassador William Popp to apologize to veteran President Museveni or depart the East African country, escalating diplomatic tensions between the countries.
The 2024 National Population and Housing Census final report released yesterday reveals some interesting figures. The report shows Ugandans are living longer with average lifespan increasing from 63 to 68 years between 2014 and 2024. The report also reveals declines in child and mate
Cheating is often considered the ultimate betrayal in romantic relationships. However, beyond the physical affairs and obvious breaches of trust lies another form of unfaithfulness; micro-cheating. While it may not involve a complete affair, micro-cheating can still cause cracks in a rel
In a shocking incident in Kasanje, Wakiso district, a boda boda rider has come under scrutiny after being spotted transporting seven school children along with their school bags on a single motorcycle. The incident occurred on Tuesday and has sparked widespread
For any motorist, it is important to understand that preparing your car for bad road conditions is a tough job. This is because there are conditions that manufacturers put into consideration when manufacturing vehicles, including those to be used off-road, where the vehicle is going and the
Health education Nowadays, emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are increasingly being used as “a daily meal” by young women, especially in universities, as a means to prevent unintended pregnancies. These pills are designed to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex, typically within
Across the continent, in the past few months, Gen Z; those born between 1996 and 2010, according to McKinsey & Company, are increasingly becoming a voice to reckon with. Unlike generations past, they refuse to remain unheard and mobilise each other to place their demands. Raised in the f
