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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Sustainability Awards announcement event draws Miami leaders, sets stage for 2026 Qatar ceremony
The Nobel Sustainability Trust’s Sustainability Awards are presented annually across three distinguished categories.
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Rebecca Olet recognised “the most outstanding YALI RLC alum in agribusiness”
Rebecca’s company, NEWA Farms limited is involved in beekeeping and coffee farming.
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Polio survivor shares the struggles of living without a wheelchair
Mugwanya, now in his early forties, was diagnosed with polio at the age of three.
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Transport aid brings new hope to Gulu’s PWDs
Stephen W.W. Opwonya, Chairperson for PWDs in Gulu City, welcomed the donation, noting its timely arrival ahead of the 2026 general elections.
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CFI cautions against street begging as it supports PWDs in Lira
CFI provides custom-made wheelchairs to enhance independent movement among PWDs, fostering inclusivity and accessibility within communities.