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Buikwe river on the brink as pollution poisoning intensifies

Buikwe river on the brink as pollution poisoning intensifies

Communities that derive their livelihoods from River Musamya in the central parts of Uganda have raised the red flag over contamination of the water body in Buikwe District. Some residents in Kawolo Sub-county and Lugazi Municipality claim factories, especially distilleries, are releasin

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VIDEO: Pastor Kayanja’s day in the dock over sodomy

VIDEO: Pastor Kayanja’s day in the dock over sodomy

Renowned city pastor Robert Kayanja yesterday took to the witness dock and testified how nine people, whom he had taken on to be part of his church's security team, turned around and accused him of sodomising them. Pastor Kayanja, the senior pastor of Rubaga Miracle Cathedral, narrated t

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New power tariffs excite Kalangala

New power tariffs excite Kalangala

Industrialists, cottage industry owners, and leaders in Kalangala District are optimistic about the newly-revised power tariffs announced by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA). According to district leaders, the new tariffs on Buggala Island have been reduced by Shs275 for domest

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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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Tooro talent factory that keeps giving

Tooro talent factory that keeps giving

As you journey through the tranquil expanse of Kibale National Park, past picturesque Tooro tea plantations and rows of methodical trees near Fort Portal, an equally captivating sight welcomes you to the Tourism City. The 110-year-old Tooro Golf Club (TGC) lies on your right as you enter

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After Haiti suffers fresh gang massacre, what's behind the escalating violence?

After Haiti suffers fresh gang massacre, what's behind the escalating violence?

A gruesome hours-long gang attack in Haiti a couple of days ago left dozens dead, torching homes and cars, while forcing thousands more to run for their lives, in the latest blow to a country that has suffered extreme violence for years. The early morning attack on Thursday in the centra

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Salim aims for bold, timeless elegance with personal flair

Salim aims for bold, timeless elegance with personal flair

Salim Fidah Kyakwita, a rising star on the fashion scene in Uganda has carved a niche with his bold, authentic designs.  His journey from being captivated by old films and magazines to becoming a designer whose name is synonymous with self-expression is a story of inspiration, passion,

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From corporate to self -employment

From corporate to self -employment

Transitioning from a corporate job to self-employment is bold and challenging.  Stella Mugera: Pursuing passion Despite her fulfilling role as an economics policy analyst at the Uganda Local Governments (ULGA) Association, where she worked from 2008 to 2015, Mugera knew she wanted t

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Govt steps up to repair Lira’s wind devastated schools, churches

Govt steps up to repair Lira’s wind devastated schools, churches

In a significant move to aid local communities, government, through the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), has donated over 500 iron sheets to two churches and a school in Lira City.  The Institutions recently had their roofs severely damaged by strong winds, leaving them in urgent n

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My boss, please forgive me, DP Gachagua asks President Ruto

My boss, please forgive me, DP Gachagua asks President Ruto

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who is on the verge of being kicked out of office through impeachment, has appealed to his boss, President William Ruto, for forgiveness. Mr Gachagua on Sunday made a passionate appeal to Dr Ruto, saying while he was not aware of any transgressions, he

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