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Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.

Local Traders React to National Budget, Urge President to...

“Now, every time the Budget is read, we hear just increments of taxes on most consumable products such as alcohol, and sugar, among others. How would you expect me to listen to something that bothers me more? The President should instead downsize the district security structures where people are fond of playing the same roles,” Kayiira said.

Bundibugyo Procurement Scandal: Information Links District Contracts to Senior...

The Bundibugyo’s procurement desk raises serious concerns under Uganda’s Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets (PPDA) Act, which requires procurement processes to be conducted in a manner that is fair, transparent, competitive, non-discriminatory, and accountable. The procurement framework also contains safeguards against conflicts of interest and improper influence in contract awards.

Over 2,000 Bukedea Residents to Get Free Eye-Care Services...

More than 2,000 residents of Bukedea District are set to benefit from free eye-care services during the 2026 medical...

Health Ministry Probe Drug Mix-up After Deworming Error in...

The Ministry of Health has started an investigation into an incident which left over 100 school-going children fighting for...

Experts Raise Alarm Over Rising Mental Health Challenges in...

As Uganda joins the rest of the world to commemorate World Mental Health Day 2025, mental health specialists have...

Uganda Cancer Institute Shifts Focus to Survivorship in Childhood...

The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has renewed efforts in the fight against childhood cancer with new campaigns to ensure...

Kisoro District Health Sector Gets Big Boost

Kisoro District health sector has received a significant boost following the delivery of essential surgical equipment by the Woman...

Experts Dispel Claims Linking Staple Foods to Diabetes Surge

The Uganda Diabetes Association (UDA) has dismissed claims that traditional Ugandan staple foods are directly responsible for the rising...

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