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The kidnappers held her captive for nearly three weeks, demanding up to $1 million before accepting about $200,000 (approximately UGX 700 million). During her captivity, they cut off two of her fingers and sent them alongside a video of her pleading for help to pressure her family into paying the ransom.
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.

Gov’t , NGOs Push Stronger Measures to Eliminate Child...

As the world marks World Day Against Child Labour on June 12 under the theme “End Child Labour: Let...

Minister Asamo Calls for Action to Protect Rights of...

As Uganda prepares to mark International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) on June 13, 2025, the Ministry of Gender, Labour,...

Gov’t Reduces GROW Loan Interest Rates to Boost Women...

The GROW loan project is a five-year program set to end in December 2027. The Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project is a Government of Uganda Project, funded by the World Bank, implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development and the Private Sector Foundation Uganda in all districts, municipalities, and cities.

Uganda, Qatar Sign Bilateral Labour Agreement to Boost Formal...

The government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, has signed a bilateral labor agreement...

World Bank Commences a 10 Day Mission to Access...

The World Bank team has commenced a mission assessment of the GROW project implementation, under the Ministry of Gender Labour...

Uganda to Mark International Literacy Day, Focus on Gender...

The Ministry of Gender, Labor, and Social Development has held a press conference on September 1, 2023, to discuss...

President Museveni to Launch a Youth Program in Kabale...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to launch a United Nations (UN) funded program for Christian youth during the...

Middle East Consultants Bosses Convicted for Trafficking 50 Migrants 

The International Crimes Division of the High court has convicted two managers of Middle East Consultants for promoting human...

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