Security at the Uganda DRC border districts of Bundibugyo and Ntoroko have been beefed up in recent developments. The reason for this is to hinder Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels from crossing into Uganda to cause unrest. This development comes after a Sunday night attack by suspected ADF rebels in Eastern DR Congo.The incident happened in Kichanga, Watalinga County inside ...
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The number of teenage girls seeking antenatal care services have continued to surge in Bundibugyo health facilities. Authorities have associated this continuous increase to defilement. Ms Pamela Adongo, the district probation officer, last week said a total of 2,194 girls sought antenatal care services between January and July.She further revealed how this number could increase since some girls fear going ...
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The Alcohol Control Bill, 2023, is a private member’s bill that seeks to regulate the manufacture, sale, and consumption of alcoholic drinks. It has now been presented to Parliament for consideration. Additionally, the Bill seeks to stop the sale of alcohol to children. It got tabled during the house sitting on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Sarah Opendi, the mover of ...
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The Minister of Kampala City Kabuye Kyofatogabye has dealt a huge blow to city residents who have been complaining about the gigantic and disturbing potholes in the City. According to the Minister, Kampala has about 2100km of roads. So far there are only 500km of roads that are in good condition. The other 1600 need to be repaired, rehabilitated or ...
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The Statistics Bureau of Uganda is gearing up for the upcoming national census, which is scheduled to take place next year. The census is usually carried out every 10 years and this year’s exercise was scheduled to be held from August 24 to August 25. The National population and Housing census was last conducted in 2014 but at the time ...
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