Susan Apili, a female representative for PWDs in Kwania district, noted that her district received about seven wheelchairs.
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Environmental activist Amanzuru Williams faces repeated attacks amid rising environmental crimes in Adjumani
Over the past four years, his home has been targeted multiple times. The first break-in resulted in the loss of household items valued at shs9 million.
“I drank local drugs to end it” – the haunting story of a gang-rape survivor in Gulu
Acan’s story is not an isolated incident and she claims that in Awach town council, rape is a weekly occurrence with the perpetrators often not apprehended.
Night funeral dances under spotlight as Acholi leaders move to protect teenage girls
Today, children freely attend funerals and stay for days, which was never acceptable in Acholi tradition, says RDC of Agago, Kidega Nabinson.
Unjust access to justice for women and girls
Access to justice cannot be separated from the economic systems in which women live, says Asel.
Salary earners urged to support ageing parents before they die
The elderly people are now suffering without any help from their offsprings after struggling through medications, education and other development purposely to raise the standards of their children.
Ignorance of wills fuels GBV
Counsel Denis Kiiza, the kingdom legal officer, said that it is important for people to write balanced wills.
The smear campaign against Mariam Wangadya! A political tactic in the deputy chief justice race
Many influential figures, including senior judges and legal professionals, are lobbying for the role, and Wangadya, along with other prominent names like Justice Musa Ssekaana, is seen as a potential candidate.
Kotido GBV trend: 66 husbands beaten by wives in 2025
Sam Oyado, senior community development officer of Kotido district, says that much has not changed about gender based violence because of the different cultural norms.
Pakistan Association Lira Uganda embroiled in leadership dispute: what we know
In all these leadership fights, the Pakistan community in Lango have for years been commended for their generosity to the needy.
Boldness, courage, determination! Honouring the leadership of Mariam Wangadya
In every era, societies are shaped by individuals who dare to stand for justice, even…
Adjumani men raise concerns over women’s empowerment, declining productivity
Community members are now appealing to the government and development partners implementing gender-related programs to review their strategies and ensure that both men and women are included.
