Gender

Her Vote, Her Voice

“The ballot is her whisper turned thunder.” By Akello Milly Across Uganda, women are preparing for the 2026 elections with both anticipation and caution. In Kampala’s suburbs, rural villages, and
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Ugandan Mothers Caught Between Ebola and Hunger

By Timothy Okwir Uganda has battled Ebola outbreaks for decades, but amid the chaos of containment efforts, one group remains overlooked—breastfeeding mothers and their babies. When the virus strikes, these
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The Orphan Crisis Uganda Can’t Ignore

By Clive Kaggwa In the heart of Africa, where the sun casts golden hues over rolling hills and shimmering lakes, a silent crisis unfolds every day. Behind Uganda’s breathtaking landscapes
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Breaking the Chains of Poverty: Uganda’s Road to Prosperity

By Linda Akiror In Uganda, household poverty continues to weave a complex tapestry of challenges, impeding the nation’s socio-economic development. Despite certain strides, many families remain ensnared in a web
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Prestige or Pretense? Teachers Strike Reveals Ugly Truth at Kampala Parents

A recent teachers’ strike at Kampala Parents School has unearthed long-simmering grievances about the treatment of educators in Uganda’s private schools. This incident has sparked national outrage, revealing issues of
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Ethiopia’s Shame: Lenient Sentence for Child Killer

  The recent sentencing of Getnet Baye, who brutally raped and murdered seven-year-old Heaven Awot, has sparked widespread outrage in Ethiopia. The 25-year prison sentence has been deemed too lenient
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Rwangyezi’s Path: Ndere Troupe’s Rise and Fall

  Stephen Rwangyezi, the founder of Ndere Troupe, is facing a distressing situation as he struggles to clear a Shs 10.5 billion loan. Despite the troupe’s success and influence in
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FDC Split: Besigye Forms PFF”

In a bold move, the Katonga faction, led by former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, has taken a significant step towards political legitimacy by submitting a
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Rising Concern: Mental, Neurological, and Substance Use Disorders Among Youth

The alarming rate of drug and substance abuse among young people is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. Social and economic risk factors, including peer pressure, lack of strict
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The Sexualization of Childhood: What Parents Can Do to Prevent Harm

As children enter adolescence, it’s natural for them to explore their own bodies and those of others. However, early exposure to sex can have long-lasting, negative consequences. Understanding these risks
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