Tag: youth

Panic as Kampala Mpox Cases Hit 30

As the number of Mpox cases continues to rise, health officials and community leaders in Makindye are working tirelessly to contain the spread and protect the health of residents.

MOH Rallies for Joint Responsibility to End Tobacco Abuse

Health

The sensitization meeting’s objectives included raising awareness, promoting healthy practices, engaging stakeholders, and fostering community support by building a supportive environment for those seeking to quit smoking.

National News

Gov’t has Listened and is Ready to Address Youths...

The spokesperson for the NRM Parliamentary Caucus, Hon. Brandon Kintu, has assured Ugandans that the government has listened to the voice of the youth and is committed to addressing their issues.

National News

Minister Balaam Calls for Dialogue amidst Rising Youth Protests

The recent warnings from President Museveni stem from credible threats, including possible attacks from groups like the ADF.

Politics

Did You Invite Bazukulu to Arrest them in Fighting...

Otafiire’s recent appeal to the youth was a gimmick that was intended to expose some youths, mostly those in opposition, to being hooked ahead of the general elections in 2026.

Politics

NUP’s Nyeko Threatens to Join Gen Z in Anti-Corruption...

The public's discontent with parliament has increased following leaked documents alleging theft of the country’s resources by the four parliamentary commissioners, including the former Leader of Opposition in Parliament (LOP), Mathias Mpuuga.

Crime

Dozens Arrested in March to Parliament Protests

The protesters had seven key demands, among them being the resignation of Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, the resignation of the four back bencher commissioners, reducing the number of Members of Parliament (MPs), and reducing the MPs' salaries and allowances to Ugx 3 million, among others.

Crime

Uganda’s Youth Minister Discourages Protests, Calls for Dialogue

“I encourage young people to engage in peaceful and constructive dialogue. Instead of demonstrations, consider participating in rallies that promote a corruption-free nation."

Security

Ofwono Opondo Asks Police to Guide Youth Planning to...

The Uganda Police Force (UPF) should not always use hard power in handling demonstrations because holding demonstrations is a constitutional prerogative.

Politics

Rwanda Decides as Kagame Wins with over 99% of...

Two of Kagame's stronger critics, Diana Rwigara and Victoire Ingabire were blocked from running for high office over failure to meet the requirements set by the electoral body and High Court ruling that rehabilitation was incomplete, respectively.

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