Face to face with surgeries: my own story
My fifth surgery was in February 2021 at Mengo Hospital’s Eye Clinic. I was 72 years old. Cataracts were removed from my eyes to restore my declining vision.
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APO Group’s Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard recognised as African Genius Nominee at 2025 awards
This nomination is a powerful validation of APO Group’s purpose, namely to champion Africa’s narratives, amplify Africa’s voices, and bridge Africa and the world,” APO Group’s Nicolas said.
Kalyegira: “Anita Among has ambitions to become Uganda’s head of state”
The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among is eyeing Residency, veteran journalist Timothy Kalyegira has claimed.
Preparations underway for 2nd memorial of Chief Awich
Rwot Awich was not only a leader but a custodian of tradition, a voice of peace during conflict and a bridge between the modern world and ancient Payira wisdom.
GDPU installs studio to advance music productions for the disabled
The real data on disabilities in Gulu District and Gulu City is not accurate. Current estimates put the total population of disabled people at about 10,000–12,000.
Not just women’s work: Gender equality is everyone’s fight in Uganda
In many parts of the world, in Uganda, gender inequality is a major barrier to health and wellbeing and northern Uganda’s maternal mortality rates remain among the highest in the country.
Gulu DP Union boosts mobility justice for disabled children and rural women
Vincent Odong, a wheelchair recipient from Pamiyai sub-county in Nwoya district, expressed hope that his new mobility will allow him to revive his tailoring and phone repair skills.
11 PWDs in Kitgum municipality receive wheelchairs from MP Denis Amere
The 11 PWDs have praised MP Onekalit Denis Amere for the donation as he seeks re-election in 2026.
I chose forgiveness, not foolishness: My response to Mr. Alfred Odongo’s hurtful lies
Mr. Odongo must stop dragging my name through the mud. He must come to terms with the reality he’s trying so hard to deny that we built this life together.
Why climate preparedness must include deaf and hard-of-hearing people
While COP29 saw renewed commitments towards the long standing $100 billion annual climate finance target, the main substantive outcome was the Baku Climate Unity Pact.
49 returnees begin new chapter with vital tools for livelihoods
Last year, the Ugandan government repatriated a total of 139 LRA returnees from the Central African Republic.
Selfless servant: Jannet Akello’s unwavering compassion for ‘stranded’ pilgrims
Uganda celebrated Martyrs Day 2025 on June 3 with pilgrims traveling from northern Uganda and beyond to mark the 140th event.