Uganda at 62: Where did we go wrong?
How old were you in 1962? I was 14 and I was very lucky because I happened to have been raised in Katwe (a suburb in Kampala), so I walked to Kololo Airstrip where the Un...
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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 lat...
Bishop Kakooza wants hospital built on Namilyango Hill
Lugazi Diocese Catholic Bishop Christopher Kakooza has asked believers and the clergy to work tirelessly and build “a big hospital on Namilyango hill†in Muko...
How Karuma closure disrupts supply chain
At about 5.45am, Lawrence Waka drives his delivery van—a Probox—from Kamdini Town centre to Atura Landing Site. It is at this former ferry docking site, loc...
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...
A hand to hear: Using sign language to bridge the gap
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 commun...
What's behind the war that has driven Sudan to famine?
A conflict in Sudan that erupted in April 2023 has unleashed waves of ethnic violence, created the world's largest internal displacement crisis, and pushed at least one a...
Authorities decry understaffing in Wakiso hospitals
Authorities in Wakiso have decried understaffing and inadequate medical equipment in public health facilities in the district. The concern was raised on September 27 by D...
What other players give savers eager to grow money
If you had Shs100m in savings, where would you invest it? Would you consider safety first or simply dive into government bonds, or venture into stocks? Maybe your hard-ea...
Barbara Barclay Named Executive Director of Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association: Bringing Innovation to Neurorehabilitation
The Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, International, a leading organization in neurorehabilitation, has appointed Barbara Barclay, a prominent figure in the he...