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07:56
07:56

Women Activists Condemn Brutal Murder of Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei 3 1

At a press conference held at FIDA headquarters in Kampala, Elizabeth Kemigisha, Communication and Advocacy Officer at FIDA, expressed deep sorrow over Cheptegei’s death. She highlighted that this incident reflects the vulnerabilities women continue to face, even as they achieve great success in various fields.
07:39
07:39

How Mini Irrigation Scheme has Transformed Lives of Koboko Women 3 Top story

Patrick Amacha Dagu, the Project Officer at RICE West Nile, explained that after assessing the needs of Lobule, they quickly initiated a mini-irrigation scheme to support the women. "The women were ready to undertake vegetable farming during the dry season, so we focused on providing water and distributing it to the fields. This allowed them to grow vegetables in high demand in both Lobule and Koboko town," Dagu said.
07:20
07:20

Curbing Violations of Human Rights in Business, How far Uganda?

Despite the existence of the National Plan, Uganda has continued to witness violations of human rights related to businesses or Investments
07:06
07:06

Sembabule District Co-opts Volunteers As Chronic Understaffing Haunts Gov't Health Facilities Ministry Of Health 3

Julius Ssebugwawo, Chairperson of the district’s Health and Social Services Committee, revealed that the district is operating at only 26% of its approved staffing capacity. To address the shortfall, volunteers have been absorbed to fill the gap caused by the government’s low wage bill.

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10:28
10:28

Pictorial: Kasese High Court Launch Top story

The launch is part of a broader initiative by the Judiciary to establish 18 new High Court Circuits across various regions to enhance justice accessibility.

Business and finance

08:08
08:08

Drivers Protest Hike in Park Fees at Arua Modern Taxi Park Central Division 4 1

Muzaidi Khemis, the mayor of Central Division, defended the increase, explaining that the new charges were part of a local revenue enhancement plan approved by the council. He also assured that they plan to engage and sensitize drivers about the changes.
07:30
07:30

Relax Restriction on Charcoal Trade for Home Use- Locals Plead with UPDF 1 3 Top story

Atkinson Ojara, the Lamogi Sub-County Chairperson says there is a need to streamline the crackdown to focus on stopping large-scale charcoal production instead of banning charcoal production completely without giving locals other energy alternatives for home use.
07:20
07:20

Curbing Violations of Human Rights in Business, How far Uganda?

Despite the existence of the National Plan, Uganda has continued to witness violations of human rights related to businesses or Investments
06:57
06:57

SGR PAPs Decry Delayed Compensation 4

Brian Mugulusi, one of the leaders, expressed fears that some PAPs might miss out on the final compensation due to claims from SGR officials that many are illegal settlers in wetlands. Given the prolonged wait and two evaluation processes by the government, he questions the legitimacy of these claims.