The mining sites of Kajuna, Kasaka and Butenzi in Buwunga sub county, Masaka district have lately registered an increase in the number of children involved in both artisan sand and clay extraction, and bricks laying as a source of survival.
However, the Secretary for Masaka Disability Council John Bosco Lukwago argues that the process is marred by inconsistencies that do not provide a fair platform or even allow for equal participation of all persons with disabilities.
The musician who is currently admitted at the Entebbe-based Albert Cook Hospital was initially accused of escaping with Police handcuffs, escaping from lawful custody, obstruction, inciting violence and doing a negligent act likely to spread an infection.
He made the call during the celebration of Eid-ul-Adha, the Greater Eid through which faithfuls commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and his readiness to sacrifice his son, Ismail before the sacrifice was replaced with a ram from God.
They are part of the 1036 Officers and Militants of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) who have honourably retired from active service in the Forces after completing 20 to 40 years of service to the nation and the region.
State Minister for Internal Affairs Mario Obiga Kania said that the plan establishes well-coordinated counter-trafficking responses which be mainly focussed on supporting and protecting survivors and holding perpetrators accountable. It will also put emphasis on how to identify victims, helping them secure justice, and rebuild their lives.
