Health officials in Bushenyi district have confirmed an outbreak of anthrax disease after it claimed one person last week. Dr. Roberts Natukunda, the Bushenyi district Veterinary Officer, says that samples taken from five people suspected of eating a dead cow and sent to Entebbe tested positive for
Engineer Patrick Oboi Amuriat, the leader of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 presidential race. Instead, he is supporting MP Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the party’s secretary general, to be the FDC’s candidate in the upcoming election. Amuriat
Ashton Kutcher and Sean 'Diddy' Combs were once good pals, but since Diddy's arrest for alleged sex trafficking, the actor is said to be fearful of what the rapper will say or do next
Commercial banks hold the largest share of government’s domestic debt, according to the Debt Statistical Bulletin and Public Debt Portfolio Analysis by the Ministry of Finance. The analysis, which seeks to provide accurate and timely debt statistics, crucial for assessing the countryâ€
In the world of nutrition, the humble onion is often overshadowed by flashier superfoods. However, this everyday kitchen staple is a potent ally for health and wellness. From boosting heart health to enhancing immune function, onions offer a range of benefits that are hard to ignore. Amanda
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
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
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,"
Over 700 life changing minor surgeries were carried out on people in the Ankole Sub-region by the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) in collaboration with Kampala International University Teaching Hospital (KIUTH) as part of celebrations to mark the National Free Surgical Week. Off
Joint Security Forces in Kaabong District are investigating the circumstances under which a UPDF private allegedly shot himself at Korimong Guest House. Pte David Wabule from the 45 Infantry Battalion based in the restive mineral-rich Karamoja sub region had traveled to Kaabong Town from
