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07 Mar '25
The scorching heat wave that has gripped Uganda in recent weeks is expected to subside by mid-March, paving the way for the long-awaited rainy season, officials from the Uganda Meteorological Authority and the Ministry of Water and Environment have announced.Speaking at a press briefing at
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07 Mar '25
With women comprising 51% of Uganda’s population of 45.9 million, there is growing pressure on the government to bridge financial gaps and remove barriers limiting women’s decision-making power across all sectors.As Uganda prepares to mark International Women
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07 Mar '25
BBC | A PhD student who has been convicted of drugging and raping 10 women "may turn out to be one of the most prolific sexual predators that we've ever seen in this country", according to the lead detective on the case.Chinese national Zhenhao Zou, 28, attacked two women
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06 Mar '25
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has announced the continuation of mpox as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS), following recommendations from its Emergency Consultative Group (ECG).This decision comes amid rising cases, the emergence
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06 Mar '25
The upcoming Kawempe North by-election, set for March 13, 2025, has been overshadowed by alarming incidents of violence against journalists covering the campaign period.Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, has strongly condemned the attacks, raising concerns about their i
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06 Mar '25
As Uganda prepares to mark International Women’s Day 2025, activists led by Femme Forte Uganda have raised alarm over the persistent menstrual hygiene crisis affecting millions of girls.They warn that inadequate access to sanitary products and clean water continues to hinder girls’ edu
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06 Mar '25
hristians in Ibanda District have been called to reflect on their lives and embrace repentance as they begin the Lenten season, a key message delivered during Ash Wednesday services.Speaking at St. Bruno Nyakatokye Catholic Church in Bisheshe Division, Rev. Fr. Everisto Ariyo emphasized th
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06 Mar '25
The National Forestry Authority (NFA) has cancelled 112 land titles that were illegally issued within Central Forest Reserves (CFRs) across Uganda.This move is part of ongoing efforts to protect the country’s forest cover from encroachment and fraudulent land acquisitions.Accordin
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06 Mar '25
Phaneroo pastors and leaders have called on men worldwide to embrace responsibility and discipline, emphasizing their critical role in family and society.The call was made by Pastor Ronnie Mutebi and Allan Tiize, one of the men’s leaders at Phaneroo Ministries, ahead of the MenGather con
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06 Mar '25
Vice President Jessica Alupo has called on the government to allocate a dedicated budget for vulnerable children and street kids, emphasizing the urgency of addressing their welfare.Speaking at Masuulita Children’s Village in Wakiso District, Alupo stressed that the responsibility of car