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Why Ugandans can't build good homes

Why Ugandans can't build good homes

Ugandans are too broke to build a decent house, with only three in 10 able to acquire land, buy construction materials, and pay for labour to construct one. Ms Judith Nabakooba, the Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, said the low income earned by Ugandans both in urban an

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Should I change a used car’s spare parts?

Should I change a used car’s spare parts?

Hello Paul, please shed more light on he spare parts that should be changed immediately if you purchase a used car. Highlight the essentials for a Toyota Noah. Anonymous Hello Anonymous, when buying a used car, it is a good idea to replace certain spare parts to ensure safety, reliabilit

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Anxiety as 1,834 schools miss UNEB deadline for S4 student scores

Anxiety as 1,834 schools miss UNEB deadline for S4 student scores

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has sounded an alarm after a significant number of Senior Four candidates risk being ungraded due to their schools’ failure to submit continuous assessment scores. Data from UNEB reveals that only 56% of the 4,166

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Happy Independence Day, but our work is still cut out

Happy Independence Day, but our work is still cut out

As Uganda marks 62 years of flag Independence today, the vibrant civic society we once hoped would shape our shared life after the Union Jack was lowered remains elusive to this day. The answer to a seemingly simple question, that is: who exactly are we, is not quite forthcoming.  Often

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Charity body seeks funds to sponsor university students

Charity body seeks funds to sponsor university students

The Muhaire Education Trust Fund (METF) has called upon well-wishers and philanthropists to join it in funding the education of needy students across the country. Speaking to Daily Monitor yesterday, Dr William Tsimwa Muhairwe, the founder of METF, said this year the organisation was onl

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At 62: Singapore innovates, Uganda struggles with waste

At 62: Singapore innovates, Uganda struggles with waste

The 62nd independence event is happening when Uganda’s economy is ailing with a worsening trade deficit at $ 247.93 million as of June 2024. This is in addition to projected debt by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) of $993 million, increasing inequalities in all forms, unemployment,

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Govt pushes for mercury free options for artisanal miners

Govt pushes for mercury free options for artisanal miners

The State minister for Mineral Development, Ms Phiona Nymutoro, has directed that all artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) activities in Uganda be upgraded to new technologies that are mercury-free to ensure the protection of both human health and the environment.  Speaking duri

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What it means when your child says they are bored

What it means when your child says they are bored

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

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Goals, despair and Glory: A journey into the rich tapestry of Ugandan football @100 years

Goals, despair and Glory: A journey into the rich tapestry of Ugandan football @100 years

Fufa celebrated 100 years of existence on Friday as a prelude to the centurion annual general meeting in Wakiso District. However, Ugandan football history dates back to the 19th century when it was first introduced by missionaries. We dig into this storied past in this timeline of events,

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Ugandans living longer - census report

Ugandans living longer - census report

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

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