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    Every year on June 3, millions of Christians in Uganda and across the world gather to commemorate Uganda Martyrs Day, one of the most important religious events on the African continent. The annual celebration attracts pilgrims...
    The government is planning to establish new border entry points along Uganda's frontiers with Kenya and Rwanda as part of efforts to improve cross-border trade, facilitate movement and strengthen regional integration. The announcement was made by the...

    Three Killed, Several Missing After Boat Accident on Lake...

    A tragic boat accident on Lake Victoria has left three people dead and several others missing following an incident...

    MV Kalangala Ferry Services Suspended After Technical Malfunction

    The Ministry of Works and Transport has temporarily suspended operations of the MV Kalangala ferry following a technical malfunction...

    Museveni Directs Indigenous Fishermen to Lead Lake Protection Efforts

    President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed that Uganda’s indigenous fishermen take charge of managing the country’s lakes, with logistical...

    MT Kabaka Mutebi II Begins Test Runs, Hailed as...

    In a developmental moment for regional maritime transport, the newly commissioned MT Kabaka Mutebi II has successfully commenced its...

    Two Fishermen Drown after Boat Capsizes in Lake Victoria

    Locals in the Butte landing site in the Mayuge district in Baitambogwe subcounty are in shock after two fishermen...

    Kenyan Gov’t to Build Kshs100 Million Fish Landing Site...

    The President of Kenya, William Ruto has pledged to build a fish landing site valued at approximately Kenyan Shillings...

    Gov’t Commits to Establish Nine Search and Rescue Centers...

    According to the study carried out by Makerere University Institute of Public Health between 2016 and 2018, approximately 70% of drowning incidents occur in lakeside districts around Uganda, with an estimated 287 cases reported and 3,500 cases reported annually.

    Lake Victoria Boat Capsize Claims Five Lives in Kalangala

    Most boat accidents in Uganda are mainly caused by overloading and strong winds. For example, in March 2024, a boat that had 17 people was traveling from Bussi Island in Wakiso district heading to Nakiwogo landing site when it capsized and six people died.

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