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By Steven Enatu. At Soroti Senior Secondary School, two young mothers are skillfully managing the dual responsibilities of motherhood and education. With their infants just one and two weeks old, the school allows them to breastfeed during exams, with the babies cared for in the school’s sick bay. This arrangement ensures that the mothers can meet their children’s needs while participating in their assessments. William Okeriau Oluka, the headteacher and chairperson of the Association of Secondary School Headteachers Union for Teso, noted that when a child cries, mothers can step out to breastfeed without penalty. However, he emphasized that no…

Author: By Ofwono Opondo In 2000, when Maj. Gen. Abubaker Jeje Odongo was handing over as Army Commander to incoming Maj. Gen. James Kazini, Odongo quipped “As the monkey climbs higher, the more it exposes its bare backside. Goodluck.” Journalists present, laughed heartly. Kazini had been a good soldier and officer but would run into many troubles especially his escapades in the DRC, later convicted over creating ghost soldiers in UPDF, sacked as army commander, and died at the hands of a mistress Lydia Draru who confessed in court to murdering him during a domestic brawl. Those are many years…

By Richard Onapatum. Gold Fund, a local non-profit organization, launched the “Empowering the Girl Child” project at Panyangara Seed Secondary School in Kotido district on October 12, 2024. This initiative promotes girls’ education, menstrual hygiene, and environmental awareness, addressing challenges like climate change and social inequality. Afeti Philly, Executive Director of Gold Fund, emphasized the importance of empowering girls for a more equitable society. The project featured career guidance, inspiring students to pursue their dreams. Headmistress Munyes Rose Mary commended Gold Fund’s dedication, while Public Relations Officer Martin Dedeng encouraged students to remain focused on their education. Dedeng also urged…

By Patriot Corps Aspiring Oyam South MP, Patrick Ogwang Obura, has extended his best wishes to students in Oyam District as they begin their exams. In a message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Ogwang urged students to stay focused, confident, and determined, highlighting the sacrifices made by their parents, the guidance of their teachers, and the community’s investment in their education. He reminded candidates not to let these efforts go to waste, stressing that their education is a stepping stone to greater success. To further motivate students, Ogwang pledged to support the best-performing candidates in Oyam South, encouraging…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – A human rights dialogue organized by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, in partnership with the European Union on Friday 11th, Oct 2024, has shed light on the pervasive fear and intimidation hindering reporting of human rights abuses in Kotido district. The dialogue, attended by government leaders, security agencies, politicians, journalists, and community-based organizations, aimed to promote community action to strengthen evidence-based advocacy for human rights protection and promotion. Okurut Samson, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung’s focal person, emphasized the region’s high incidence of human rights abuse, particularly in civic education. “We have worked in Karamoja since 2015, supporting…

By Richard Onapatum Katakwi, Uganda – In a heartfelt address, Katakwi District LC5 Chairperson Hon Omolo Geoffrey praised Vice President Jessica Rose Alupo for her unwavering dedication to improving education in the region. During a recent meeting with teachers, Hon Geoffrey warmly welcomed Vice President Alupo, honorable members of parliament, and other dignitaries, expressing profound gratitude for their presence. “Your Excellency, your willingness to engage with teachers personally reflects a deep appreciation for their work and the challenges they face,” Hon Geoffrey said. “This gesture builds trust and fosters a stronger connection between teachers and leadership.” He commended the Vice…

Story by Osuta Yusuf. Maracha District. The 31 parishes in Maracha Constituency, Maracha District which were organized to play a football competition dubbed “Uhuru Cup” have finally been concluded and trophies awarded to Parish clubs that emerged victorious. The football tournament which was initiated and facilitated by Maracha Constituency MP Aspirant Mr Uhuru Nelson, is aimed at identifying young people talented in the sports sector for higher opportunities was launched on 22-August-2024 with distribution of 8 trophies and 62 footballs to the 31 parishes in the Constituency. Eyotre Joseph, one of the people coordinating the football competition averred that, much…

By Eumu Emmanuel Uganda’s Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, had the opportunity to meet Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala on Sunday. This significant encounter highlighted the intersection of sports and politics, as Onana is visiting Uganda for the second time. He is preparing for the Indomitable Lions’ match against Kenya in Group J of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, on Monday. Tayebwa, a passionate football fan and dedicated Manchester United supporter, expressed his enthusiasm about the meeting. “We view Africa as one, so seeing our brother carrying the…

By Eumu Emmanuel Lango cultural leaders from the Lango Cultural Foundation have accused Gender Minister and Oyam South MP, Betty Amongi, of bias and interference in the institution’s affairs, calling for her resignation from her ministerial position. The leaders, who support Lango Paramount Chief, Mzee Yosam Odur Ebii, claim that Amongi has been threatening them and obstructing the scheduled transition of power. Mzee Yosam Odur Ebii, who has served as the Paramount Chief for over two decades, expressed his intent to step down in November due to old age. Loyal clan leaders have been preparing to elect his successor, with…

By Eumu Emmanuel President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today resolved a long-standing land dispute in Kyaka South County, Kyegegwa District. The disputed land covers Kyaka I, Kazinga Town Council, Rwentuha, and Migamba Sub-counties. Addressing residents at Rwentuha Primary School in Rwentuha Sub-county, Kyaka South, the President assured the leaders that they would remain on the land. He also promised to relocate the planned industrial park and the investor intending to establish an avocado factory to Kyaka II. President Museveni explained that the land in Kyaka I was originally designated for an industrial park, which would provide a local market for…