Ugandaâs Prisons 3 Times Over Capacity
(Kampala) â Ugandaâs prisons are operating at 363.6% of their intended capacity, with 76,244 inmates occupying facilities built to hold only 20,996, according t...
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Legal Battle Seeks to Dismantle State House Anti-Corruption Unit
(Kampala) â The Constitutional Court has embarked on a three day session, starting November 18, 2024, to deliberate on 14 petitions, one of which challenges the cons...
Nakaseke care unit gives babies chance to survive
The intense labour pains a mother endures during childbirth often transform into overwhelming joy the moment she holds her healthy newborn in her arms. However, for some...
Kony case: ICC lawyers want confirmation of charges done in Uganda
The International Criminal Court (ICC) plans to hold a confirmation of charges hearing against fugitive warlord Joseph Kony in Uganda, an official from the court suggeste...
Uganda faces setback in Aids fight with 38,000 new HIV cases in 2023
The Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) has raised concerns about the high number of new HIV infections registered in the country annually, which may hinder Uganda’s goal to e...
Dealing with doubts in relationships
When doubts and suspicions arise in a relationship, they often bring confusion, worry, and even guilt. It may feel uncomfortable to confront your partner with concerns, e...
Ministry calls for collective action on occupational safety, child labour
Uganda's Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development has issued a call to action, urging stakeholders and employers to join forces in promoting Occupational Safety...
Male breast cancer: Echiku recalls noticing a small, painless lump on his right breast
Emaritino Echiku, a 75-year-old resident of Soroti District, has been undergoing treatment for breast cancer at the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) in Kampala for the past...
Breaking the silence: Empowering communities to take control of diabetes
Commemorated on November 14 every year, World Diabetes Day unites global leaders, medical professionals, advocates, and communities to raise awareness and promote action...
Deputy IGP Ochaya warns of rising social media misuse among teen girls
Deputy Inspector General of Uganda Police Force, Mr James Ochaya, has sounded the alarm on a disturbing trend where young girls, some as young as 14, are using social med...