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17:21
17:21

Events Organizers Complete Specialized Training 2

Kaggwa emphasized that Africa is becoming a preferred MICE destination, and Uganda must remain competitive to benefit like other countries. He added that, with the empowerment and insight gained so far, they plan to advocate for the industry more effectively.
16:52
16:52

Man Kills Wife in Domestic Brawl Luke Owoyesigyire 1 1

Maganda on Friday killed his wife Faridah Aliba, 20 years, following a domestic altercation. It is alleged that during the fight, Maganda stabbed Aliba in the neck, killing her instantly.
15:41
15:41

Hailstorm Destroys Factory, Homes in Jinja City 4

The hailstorm destroyed the storage facilities, de-roofed part of the factory premises and ravaged the electricity connections.
14:31
14:31

Kasese to Rehabilitate Water Sources Destroyed by Floods water needs

Eng. Raphaeline Katusabe, the Kasese District Assistant Water Engineer, says the project will cover six sub-counties of the district where the water supply was greatly affected by disasters and the community currently relying on unsafe water.
13:42
13:42

Kotido Council Meeting Suspended over Absence of Heads of Department Kotido district 1 3

Emmanuel Lodio, the district speaker expressed his disappointment after the technocrats absconded. Emmanuel Lodio, the district speaker expressed his disappointment after the technocrats absconded the council sitting that had very important issues to be discussed on the order paper.
13:29
13:29

Jinja Leaders Call for Restrictions on Firearms 3 1

The leaders said that cases of gun misuse are becoming common over time and there is a need for strict guidelines to curb the vice.
13:11
13:11

Luwero Embarks On School Health Talks As Tooth Extractions Increase 2

Dr. Innocent Nkonwa the Luwero District Health Officer says that some of the causes can prevented through simple practices like tooth brushing every day something that seems ignored by residents.
13:00
13:00

400 Prison Staff Trained on Handling Violent Extremist Inmates 2

Nyambe and UNODC team donated items that will facilitate and enhance coordination, spearheaded by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre and ensure the dissemination of information, training, and building capacity in having a basic understanding of key drivers and pull factors associated with violent extremism.
12:50
12:50

Mob Kills Three Family Members in Kakumiro murder 1 1

The deceased persons who are family members have only been identified as Nuwagaba, Musinguzi and Mugarura, all residents of Lwamata A village in Lwamata Parish, Mpasana sub-county in Kakumiro district. They were killed on Friday.
12:38
12:38

CCFU Asks KCCA to Expedite Historic Buildings Ordinance 2

According to Nsibambi, there needs to be a law specifically addressing Kampala city and other areas like Jinja, Entebbe, Fort Portal, and Mbarara, where historical sites and monuments have been documented.
11:33
11:33

NSSF Launches Saving Scheme for Informal Sector Workers 2 6

Patrick Ayota, the NSSF’s Managing Director believes that the implementation of this project will help the Fund achieve its strategic objective of recruiting at least 50% of Uganda’s working population by 2035.
11:21
11:21

Man Arrested for Vandalizing Electricity Transformer in Kasese Kasese man 1

The Rwenzori East Regional Police Spokesperson, SP Nelson Tumushime says the suspect, Jimmy Muhindo, a resident of Katonzi Cell in Nyakabingo III Ward, Bulembia Division in Kasese Municipality was arrested following intelligence information.
11:08
11:08

1200 Frontline Workers in Arua Miss Preventive Ebola Vaccination 1 3

Dr Pontius Apangu, the Health Officer of Arua, stressed the importance of the preventive Ebola vaccination, saying unvaccinated health workers are likely to infect patients ten times more, further speeding the spread of the virus.
10:56
10:56

HIV Prevention Injection Manufacturer Licenses Generic Developers

In a statement shared on their website, the company reveals that the companies can sale cheaper copies of the drug also known as generics, subject to required regulatory approvals, in 120 high-incidence, resource-limited countries, which are primarily low- and lower-middle income countries.
10:49
10:49

Suspect Dies in Police Cells in Masindi death 2

The deceased suspect is identified as Patrick Mujuni 37, a resident of Kijunjubwa cell in Kijunjubwa town council of Masindi district. He died on Wednesday night from the police cells.
08:12
08:12

WHO Approves HPV Vaccine for Single-dose Use

According to a press statement released on Friday, the decision was based on new data on the product that fulfilled the criteria set out in the WHO’s 2022 recommendations for alternative, off-label use of HPV vaccines in single-dose schedules.
08:03
08:03

Lack of Governance, Accountability in UPE Schools Failing Quality Education –Report 2 1

The report, based on a study conducted in 48 schools across Yumbe, Namayingo, and Sheema districts, shows that despite considerable efforts by the government and education stakeholders to improve funding and address teacher issues, the lack of governance and accountability is hindering progress in these areas.
07:57
07:57

Gov’t Pushes for Mercury Free Options for Artisanal Miners 2 1

Mercury is widely used in small-scale gold mining to separate gold from other minerals due to its ability to form an amalgam with gold. However, this process releases substantial amounts of mercury into the environment, contributing to 37% of global mercury emissions.
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