The struggles faced by women with disabilities ahead of Uganda’s 2026 elections
Looking ahead to the 2026 elections, Nampeera says more must be done to translate disability inclusion policies into meaningful change on the ground.
Author: By Nancy Atim
Nancy Atim is an award-winning Journalist. She's the publication's Sub-Regional Correspondent for Lango Sub-region based in Lira City.
Security hailed as Museveni’s Busoga campaigns end
With the Busoga campaign trail now complete, both NRM leaders and security officials reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a peaceful and secure environment as the election season intensifies.
UN Women warns of rising global digital violence
Feminist movements, which have driven global recognition of digital violence as a human rights threat, now face shrinking civic space, unprecedented funding cuts, and pushback that risk undermining years of advocacy.
YouLead summit 2025 postponed over Tanzania’s political unrest
The YouLead Summit brings together young leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa to dialogue, share ideas, and forge partnerships for regional development and youth empowerment.
Jinja: Heartless teacher charged with aggravated homosexuality against boy, 11
The Penal Code Act (Cap 120) criminalizes sexual offences deemed “against the order of nature,” with Sections 145 and 146 prescribing heavy penalties for such acts or attempts thereof.
UN Women pushes strong gender plan at COP30
UN Women insists that achieving gender equality and climate justice requires women’s full, equal, and meaningful participation in all levels of climate decision-making.
Mandazi seller arrested over alleged rape in Jinja
A specialized team from the Kiira Regional Child and Family Protection Unit, led by SP Agnes Nampijja, has taken over the victim’s case.
EC warns security agencies on 2026 elections
Justice Byabakama also urged candidates, security personnel, and the electorate to coordinate with the Electoral Commission to ensure peaceful, transparent, and credible elections.
UN marks international day to end impunity for crimes against journalists
The Secretary-General urged all governments to investigate every case, prosecute perpetrators, and ensure journalists can perform their duties freely.
Kiira police commander sends appeals to schools ahead of P7 exams
Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) will start on Monday and end on Tuesday November 4, 2025.
Kiira region police strategies boost community safety
PRO SP James Mubi, the general public has greatly appreciated the policing strategies and initiatives of the Regional Police Commander for their dedicated service in ensuring continuous public safety and security.
IDEI2025: Lira journalists unite to demand an end to impunity
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists for Uganda was localised with media organisations like Lango Women Media Association and Great Lakes Centre for Strategic Media Studies selected by ACME and UNESCO to convene it in Lira City.