Tag: Persons with Disabilities-PWDs

Canada Takes Action Against Rwanda Over Role in DRC Conflict

Canada has announced stringent measures against Rwanda over its alleged support for the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Canadian top officials; Mélanie Joly (Foreign Affairs), Ahmed Hussen (International Development),...

Newly Revived Kilembe Mines to Create More Jobs for Rwenzori People

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The government of Uganda has signed its first-ever Mineral Production Sharing Agreement (MPSA) to redevelop Kilembe Mines, the country’s largest copper deposit. The agreement was finalized during a closed-door session on Monday, March 3, 2025, attended by...

Education

Senior Educationists Task Gov’t to Fasten Implementation of PWD...

The 1st East African Disability Inclusive Higher Education Conference is the first of its kind that focused at advocating for higher studies of PWDs in East Africa. The conference was also meant to formulate recommendations and policies to better the lives of PWDs with the involvement of all stakeholders.

Education

Gov’t Pledges to Promote PWD Inclusivity in Education

The two-day conference themed University of All and For All will took place on November 13-14, 2024, at Kyambogo University in a bid to share information on how PWDs can be enrolled in higher education.

Education

Kyambogo University Seeks Annual UGX 3Bn to Support Inclusive...

The 1st East African Conference on Disability Inclusive Higher Education is slated for November 13-14, 2024, at Kyambogo University, with the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataha Museveni, expected as the chief guest.

Politics

EC to Start PWD Mapping for Inclusive Elections in...

Disabled voters have historically faced several impediments, but the EC is attempting to remove these barriers in an effort to hold more inclusive elections. According to the amended 1995 Electoral Commission Act, the electoral process must be inclusive and conducted under conditions of freedom and fairness.

Crime

PWDs Storm Court to Support Victim in Kyambogo Lecturer...

Eron performed a sexual act with a 16-year-old girl, whom he had authority over and allegedly infected the victim with HIV/AIDS. The incident occurred between Kyambogo University and Namugongo in Nsawo village, Wakiso district.

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