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Oct 2024 21 results
17:01
17:01

Uganda at 62: It's Not Right to Think the Gov't Can Employ Everyone– Museveni 1 Top story

Museveni criticized some leaders, particularly politicians, for misleading the public into believing that the government can employ everyone, when, in fact, the capacity for government jobs is limited to 470,000 positions. The President made these remarks on Wednesday during the 62nd Independence Day celebrations in Busia District, Eastern Uganda.
16:49
16:49

TotalEnergies Biodiversity Program Registers Success in Wildlife Conservation

MacRonald admits that there are effects of a lasting nature that cannot be reversed after the oil and gas activities, but that the company will ensure opposite actions are made to counterbalance the negative impact.
16:15
16:15

Bunyoro Demands Release of NRM Mobiliser Family members 1 6

According to the family members, Ayeranga was reportedly kidnapped by unknown gunmen on Thursday last week while in Kampala who whisked him to an unknown destination.
15:52
15:52

What Certification of Nakivubo Turf Means for Uganda 2 1

Kiiza explains that currently, the rule is clear, such a tournament cannot be played under artificial turf. However, he remains optimistic that removing the artificial turf and getting to natural grass which is a requirement takes not more than six months.
15:41
15:41

Jinja Karoli Parish Youths Run to Combat NCDs 1

More than 700 youths took part in the second edition of the youth apostolate marathon at Jinja Karoli Catholic Parish Nabweru Sub-county Wakiso district on Wednesday. The Marathon was aimed at creating awareness about the dangers of NCDs.
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13:11

Gulu Referral Hospital Gets Advanced Life Support Ambulance 1 4

Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, the Health Minister in a message delivered by Dr. Kaducu says the specialized ambulance is set to provide advanced life support for critically and severely ill patients within Acholi Sub-region.
13:03
13:03

Woman Killed by Elephant in Kaabong Kaabong district 1

Lokol Betty, a resident of Lokiyekes village in Lolelia sub-county was attacked by an elephant that had strayed from Kidepo National Park, while she was going to her garden on Tuesday.
12:09
12:09

Probe Underway After Infant's Fatal Circumcision

According to reports, Aisha Nampiina, a neighbor of the infant, took the child to a circumcision center run by an individual named Kato without the consent or knowledge of the baby's mother, Efrance Gwere.
10:50
10:50

Tshisekedi Meets with Katurebe Amid M23 Leadership Installations in North Kivu 2 Top story

Patrick Ndeze's installation ceremony took place on October 6, 2024, in Rutshuru, where he donned traditional attire, including a leopard skin and spear, as local residents and M23 rebels celebrated with traditional Kinyarwanda chants and dances, signaling the community's acceptance of the new leadership.
10:33
10:33

Museveni Implores Muslim Women to Embrace Gov’t Poverty Alleviation Programs 1

President Museveni expressed gratitude to the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) leadership for empowering Muslim women through the formation of the National Muslim Women Council of Uganda.
09:25
09:25

GROW Project: UGX 18.98bn Disbursed to Women Entrepreneurs

Aggrey Kibenge, the Permanent Secretary in the Gender Ministry, revealed that over 1,100 women entrepreneurs had benefited from the project between August and September.
08:30
08:30

Bundibugyo Residents Angered by Power Outages, Plan Demo Against UEDCL 1 Top story

Juliet Asimwe, who runs a salon in Bundibugyo town, explained that they must run a generator every time they have customers, significantly increasing their operating costs. She also mentioned that they have not received any explanations regarding the ongoing power instability in the town.
07:25
07:25

Surge in Poor Performance Worries Education Stakeholders 1 4

Raymond Ombere Obayi, the Principal Education Officer for Arua City, described the situation as “embarrassing,” emphasizing that it is not something anyone wants to celebrate.
07:18
07:18

Uganda's Education Reform Threatened as Funders Cut Support Over Anti-Homosexuality Law 1 1 Top story

The Ministry of Education’s flagship project, valued at 840 billion Shillings, was designed to revitalize the education system and enhance access to quality education for all students.
07:14
07:14

Suspected Poachers Arrested in Kasese 1

Nelson Tumushime, the Rwenzori East Police Spokesperson, stated that the two unlawfully entered the national park and were apprehended with suspected hippopotamus meat.
07:10
07:10

Jinja Hospital Commissions New Ward for Orthopedic Care 2

The new ward, valued at 1 billion Shillings, was funded by the Samuel Leeds Foundation. Samuel Leeds, a tourist from the UK, decided to finance the construction after receiving successful treatment at Jinja Hospital following a road accident during one of his visits to Uganda.
07:02
07:02

Gov't Hands Over UGX 16B Water Project To Contractor After Two Years 1 Top story

Enock Mwanje, the Manager of the Water and Sanitation Facility in the South Western region under the Ministry of Water, explained that the delay in the project occurred due to changes made in its design.
06:58
06:58

Girl's Success Highlights Need to Break Bias on Post-Teen Pregnancy Education 1 5 Top story

Auma, second born in a family of four, fondly recalls her time in a good primary school, where her father, despite his modest police salary, ensured they had the best opportunities he could provide.
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06:50

Alcoholism, Drug Abuse Hinder Viral Load Suppression Among HIV Clients Masaka 1 4 Top story

Reverend Father Emmanuel Katabaazi, the Diocesan Health Coordinator, indicated that out of 5,175 adolescents and children living with HIV who are enrolled in the Keeping Children Healthy and Safe project, the diocese has achieved a 92% viral load suppression rate. However, this remains below the target of 95% viral suppression for all people on ART.
06:46
06:46

Gov’t Hands Over Kiteezi Landfill to Ghanaian Investor for Fertilizer Production 5 1

Dr. Joseph Sian Agyepong stated that he has been involved in waste management for the past 25 years, running 16 plants in Ghana, with an additional 38 plants focused on medical waste and other types of waste.
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