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10:50
10:50

Women-Led CSOs in West Nile Partner to Empower Girl-Child 4

According to Annet Lekuru, the Executive Director of Feminature Uganda, girls and women who participate in programs implemented jointly by the organizations acquire knowledge and skills to protect themselves against the several challenges they are facing.
14:44
14:44

UMU Seeks UGX 50 Million to Keep Girls in School Comfortably 1 1

Recent data reveals that in Uganda, 40% of girls are married before the age of 18, and only 53% of girls aged 6-12 complete primary education. This happens amidst a multiplicity of interventions including the National Strategy to End Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy, which means more needs to be done to close the gap.
13:51
13:51

Man Wanted over Chopping off Ex-wife's Lips

The victim's father, Yazid Mukose, says that efforts of ensuring harmonious living between Namukose and Isabirye have proven futile over endless fights. Even his relocating his daughter to faraway places like Kampala and Teso hasn't helped, as her host relatives there tire of Isabirye's embroiling them in the senseless fights

Slideshow

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20:01

Pictorial; Museveni Reopens Makerere's Ivory Tower, Installs Dr. Kiyonga as Chancellor

President Museveni, accompanied by Janet Museveni, Minister of Education and Sports, presided over the event, where he expressed satisfaction with Dr. Kiyonga’s appointment.

Business and finance

12:34
12:34

Youth Empowerment Project in Zombo Reaches Major Milestone Cooperaid 1 3

Speaking at Zeu sub-county headquarters, Emmy Kizito Kakura, the Executive Director of Life Concern, confirmed that the project is set to conclude on December 31, 2024, having met its objectives.
12:28
12:28

Minister Inspects Lwakhakha Border Ahead of Planned Upgrade 1

While speaking during the inspection, Minister Mbadi explained that the purpose of his visit was to gather information and report to the President on whether the border meets all the requirements for an upgrade.
08:36
08:36

Alternative Livelihood: Beehives Distributed to Former Wetland Encroachers in Bukedea 2 1

Through the Integrated Water Management and Development Project, aimed at supporting communities in implementing catchment management measures, the initiative targets areas of the upper and lower Awoja River, covering the districts of Katakwi, Bukedea, Sironko, and Bulambuli.
07:14
07:14

From Kiteezi to Katabi; Youth, Women Trekking For Plastic Waste Kiteezi landfill 8 3

This migration follows the collapse and subsequent closure of the Kiteezi landfill in August, which resulted in the deaths of over 35 people, with 28 others still missing.