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By Moses Kulubya The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) are currently conducting a recruitment drive to enlist 10,000 new personnel into the force. On July 8, 2024, 107 individuals were recruited in Mbale City and Mbale District to join the UPDF. Col Saad Katemba, who is heading the recruitment exercise in Eastern Uganda, noted that the process is proceeding smoothly in his operational region. Colonel Saad highlighted that the UPDF only accepts candidates with senior four academic qualifications, and those who have achieved credit in English and Mathematics. Additionally, candidates must be Ugandan citizens and in good health. He also…
By Moses Kulubya Namisindwa district has embarked on rebranding Traditional Birth Attendants to Trained Birth Referral Attendants as part of efforts to fight maternal deaths in the district. This was revealed by Steven Masayi, the acting District Health Officer of Namisindwa, during the delivery of a donation of 100 Maama Kits to expectant mothers at Bupoto Health Centre III by Dr Sarah Khanakwa, the district Woman MP aspirant on Friday. According to Masayi, the rebranding started way back in 2012 after the district realising many women had resorted to seek birth attention from Traditional Birth Attendants than health centres where…
BUL FC has secured key players for the upcoming season with several contract extensions so far. Ibrahim Mugulusi, the 27-year-old attacking midfielder known for his agility on the field, has committed to the Eastern Giants with a new two-year deal. Mugulusi, instrumental in BUL’s recent successes including a Uganda Cup victory in 2021, expressed his delight in continuing with the club, stating, “Signing this new contract makes me proud because this feels like home.” Joining Mugulusi in extending their tenure are defender Benon Tahomera and midfielder Anthony Mayanja. Tahomera, who made twelve appearances last season, emphasized his growth since joining…
By Switina Namulawa Mayuge: Fear and panic gripped residents of Namataale village, Buwaaya su-bcounty Mayuge district, when a suspected UPDF soldier shot dead four family members and critically injured five others. The four died on the spot while the five were rushed to Iganga and Mulago hospitals in critical condition. According to the LC one secretary for publicity Namataale village, Peter Kasadha, the incident happened at around 9pm on Saturday as the family members had gathered to have supper. Residents who had gathered at the near by Namataale trading center took off into different directions after hearing several gunshots. “Most of…
By Switina Namulawa Bugweri: The director of Save for Health Uganda, Fredrick Makaire, has urged Busoga residents to embrace community health insurance “twedhandabe” aimed at reducing the mortality rate among low income earners. Makaire, who is also eying the Bugweri county MP seat, was speaking during a one-day workshop held at the Bugweri district headquarters recently. “The project aims at ensuring that every member in community has access to health services and can be able to overcome any health threats which has been a challenge due to lack of funds at the village level,” Makaire said. “Every member will contribute…
NATIONAL: Hospitality training institutions in the country under their umbrella body Association of Uganda Hospitality Travel Tourism Training Institutions (AUHTTTI) have committed to strengthening their partnership as a way of navigating the emerging challenges in the hospitality industry. In a meeting held at the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) on June 20th, the association members pledged to work together to address the skills gaps in the industry. “Over 1,000 students graduate from tourism training institutions every year but the manpower gap continues to widen. What can we do to ensure that the graduates we train fill up this…
Brian Masaba, has decided to step down as captain shortly after the team returned from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The 32-year-old made his heartfelt announcement during a Team-Media Luncheon at Roza Dymz in Lugogo, revealing that this decision has been weighing on him for some time. “It’s a huge honor for me to have led my country and my teammates, not just at the World Cup but over the past five years,” Masaba expressed emotionally to the gathered media. “I’ve grown tremendously as a person through the lessons of leadership and sacrifice.” In a special tribute, Masaba acknowledged…
There are many plants and animals that I grew up in the 1950s seeing as integral to the agroecology and biocultural landscape of Busoga, which my children aged 34 to 53 will never see in their lifetime. For example, I saw a variety of banana plants that are no more, and I saw a variety of animals that are no more. Lions, elephants, buffaloes, Zebras, hyenas, cheaters, leopards, wilddogs, among others, enjoyed themselves in the biocultural landscape of Busoga. One reason why almost every kind of animal thrived well in Busoga was the expansive swamps which were everywhere in Busoga..Busoga…
In a tense match at Namboole Stadium, the Uganda Cranes faced disappointment with a 2-1 loss against Algeria in their Group G World Cup qualifiers. Uganda kicked off with energy, and Travis Mutyaba’s fantastic goal in the 10th minute thrilled the crowd. His powerful shot caught Algerian goalkeeper Anthony Manderea off guard, sending the stadium into wild excitement. However, the game took a turn in the second half. Algeria’s Houssem Aouar quickly equalized just a minute after halftime, taking advantage of a defensive mistake by the Cranes. The Ugandan defense couldn’t clear the danger, allowing Aouar to level the score.…
Friday was a special day for Uganda Cranes fans as their team returned to Namboole Stadium and clinched a 1-0 win over Botswana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. The match’s highlight came in the 74th minute. Shaban Muhammad, who came off the bench, scored the only goal of the game. The goal was beautifully set up by other substitutes. Bobosi Byaruhanga sent a long pass to Denis Omedi on the right. Omedi then delivered a precise low cross to Shaban, who tapped the ball into the net. From the start, the Cranes showed strong performance, keeping the Botswana…