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The highly anticipated Karamoja Agricultural and Trade Show, which was envisioned as a two-week extravaganza, has been severely impacted by a lack of participation, leading to the unwanted influx of street children and enthusiasts of illicit alcohol. Residents are expressing disappointment and placing blame on the show organizers for their …

Roke Telkom successfully concluded the ‘Roke Gives Back 2023 edition’ with a visit to the Kosovo slum in Lungujja, Lubaga Division, Kampala City, where they generously donated various household items to beneficiaries of the Watoto Wasoka Foundation NGO. The team not only made donations but also organized a thrilling mini-tournament …

The UK has officially lifted the ban on Bobi Wine, the leader of Uganda’s National Unity Platform (NUP), allowing his entry after a ten-year exclusion. This ban had been imposed due to contentious anti-gay lyrics he released in 2014, urging action against a group he referred to as “battymen.” The …

The recent Ministry of Health’s annual sector performance report in Uganda has brought to light concerning issues related to sanitation across the nation. The report emphasizes that 5% of households in the country lack access to a basic toilet facility, exacerbating the already challenging sanitation crisis. Moreover, the findings underscore …

Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal manager, expressed profound frustration and disbelief at the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decision that allowed Newcastle’s winning goal during their 1-0 defeat. Arteta labeled the incident as “embarrassing” and a “disgrace.” Anthony Gordon scored the sole goal after three VAR checks, all favoring Newcastle, raising questions …

Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, expressed immense praise for the prowess of 21-year-old Belgian winger Jeremy Doku, calling him a “supreme young talent” following his remarkable display during City’s commanding 6-1 Premier League victory against Bournemouth. Doku, a £55.4 million summer acquisition from Rennes, marked his debut with a stunning …

A devastating incident at a coffee factory in Uganda’s central district of Mityana has resulted in the deaths of three employees, prompting a police investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding their tragic demise. The deceased individuals have been identified as Collins Sseguya (21), James Kimbugwe (19), and Bashir Migala (25), …

Two separate accidents have left a total of 15 people dead and several others injured. The first incident involved the collision between M/V Reg. No UBE 939H, a Toyota Hiace, and a Trailer Reg. No RAC 603Q/RL, a Benz Actross, which occurred at approximately 11:45 p.m. at Musiti along Jinja-Iganga …

Shock rippled through Lunganga village, Lwambogo parish, Bungokho Sub County in Mbale district as an unidentified murder victim’s body was discovered on the morning of October 30, 2023, in the Ndokhwa stream. Mr. Chris Mafabi Omir, Chairman LC 3 Bungokho Sub County, suggested the victim was likely a farmer ambushed …

Busia District Health Officer (DHO), Mr. Panyako Wabwire, along with three other local government health department staff, faced arrest due to the negligent act of leaving government-provided drugs exposed to heavy rain on November 2, 2023. The arrest occurred on Thursday, November 2, 2023, following orders from the Busia Resident …