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14:30
14:30

Carbon Projects Hire Gangs, Forcefully Evict 2,000 Ugandans Daily -Report Apaa land conflict

Between January and June 2024, Witness Radio documented 90 major land evictions across the country, involving over 363,000 Ugandans. Four land evictions occur each week, affecting around 15,126 people and threatening 5,060 hectares of land.
07:32
07:32

Couple Held Over Death of Disabled Girl 3 1

According to police preliminary findings, the victim, was reportedly starved for days, beaten whenever she complained to her father, and even allegedly burnt.
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13:53

Refugees Graduate in Hospitality Apprenticeship Program 1 1

The graduates were part of the International Labour Organization-ILO sponsored apprenticeship program targeting refugees and their hosting communities across the country.
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12:37

Gov't Yet to Release Funds for Families in Landslide Prone Areas in Bugisu 2

Jenipher Kakayi, a beneficiary from Manafwa District, shared that she and her husband received cash from GiveDirectly in two instalments. They used the funds to buy land, build a small house, and even purchase a chainsaw. However, she noted that they have not received any support from the government.

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09:28
09:28

Pictorial; Aftermath of Kigoogwa Fuel Tank Blast

The tragedy has cast a sombre mood over Kigoogwa town.

Business and finance

07:16
07:16

Suppliers Tipped on New PPDA Law, Online Bidding Systems

Ssegawa also noted that in cases where two or more suppliers tie during disposal, entities may call for a rebid under the new disposal regulations. “If this happens, suppliers can request a rebid,” he explained.
06:58
06:58

Mbarara City to Enforce Resolution On Sale of Substandard Plots Real Estate 2

In the recent council sitting the city councilors passed a resolution banning the sale of substandard plots. The plots cited include those measuring 20 by 40 feet, 30 by 45 feet, and 25 by 45 feet.
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16:57

Most Households in Uganda Still Use Firewood, Charcoal For Cooking

In their Sauti za Wananchi project in which views of Ugandans on different issues are collected, Twaweza reports that 98% of households reported using either firewood or charcoal or both for cooking. The report noted that very few households use electricity, gas or kerosene.