Author: Simon Mbago
October 5th, every year, marks World Teachers’ Day, celebrating the status of teachers globally. Teachers and educationists gather to commemorate the adoption of the 1966 International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) recommendations concerning the status of teachers, as well as the 1997 UNESCO Recommendation concerning the status of higher education teaching personnel. The theme for this year’s celebrations is, “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education.” According to the Uganda National Teachers Union (UNATU), this theme highlights the need to value teachers’ knowledge, voices, and participation in decision-making processes…
East African Community Affairs Minister and Kamuli District Woman Legislator, Rebecca Kadaga, has criticized the chief of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC), Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, for allegedly collecting people’s National Identity cards (IDs) under the guise of preparing for the 2026 general elections, claiming they would be at the forefront of guarding President Museveni’s votes. Kadaga voiced her concerns about Namyalo on Friday, October 4, 2024, while presiding over the launch and fundraising of her “Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga (RAK) Education Initiative” at Nawanyago Primary School in Kamuli District. The First Deputy Prime Minister, Kadaga, acknowledged the concerns raised…
Buyende: The Kyabazinga of Busoga Kingdom, His Royal Highness William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, during his 10th coronation celebration held in Bukungu Town Council, Buyende District, urged the people of Busoga to conserve the environment by planting trees. In response, the management and playing staff of Budiope FC have heeded this call and begun planting trees every time they play a match in the ongoing 7th edition of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cup – a tournament organized by Obwakyabazinga bwa Busoga. The first such activity took place during their match against Busiki County at Irundu Township Primary School in Irundu…
As Busoga warms up for the 2024 Cancer Run, doctors continue sounding warnings against the deadly disease. Dr. Kibuuka Afizzi, Deputy Hospital Director and Clinical Head of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, has urged the Busoga community to prioritize seeking medical help for cancer. He highlighted the alarming prevalence of the disease among both men and women. However, Dr. Kibuuka noted that women, in particular, are often hesitant to seek medical assistance and undergo check-ups, neglecting diagnosis and scans, despite these services being free at the hospital. Dr. Kibuuka made these remarks during the official launch of the “Fight Women’s Cancer”…
The Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD), along with political leaders and the clergy, has officially launched the 2024 Busoga Prayer Week, dedicated to praying, fasting, and seeking divine intervention for the region’s challenges. This third edition of the prayer week aims to foster greater unity and collaboration among the political, social, religious, and economic leaders of the Busoga subregion. The event will take place from October 14–20, 2024, with the main gathering being organized at Kiyunga Playground in Luuka District. Under the theme “Deepening Regional Cohesion as a Foundation for Sustainable Household Transformation,” the initiative is part of BCD’s campaign…
JINJA: Police in Jinja have launched a comprehensive probe into the fatal shooting of Tonny Bagalama, a 34-year-old man who was shot and later died at Jinja Regional Hospital, according to Kiira Regional Police Spokesperson, James Mubi. Reports indicate that Bagalama and his friend were driving a Toyota Noah with registration number UAY 721S. They made a stop at Prakash Petrol Station along Iganga Road in Jinja city center to refuel. Allegedly intoxicated after spending the night out at a yet-to-be-identified bar, the revelers reportedly had a disagreement with the station’s security guard over parking. It is said that the…
Police in Jinja City have confirmed the apprehension of Latif Abdullah Mulondo, commonly known as Assassin, the ringleader of a machete gang terrorizing locals. Assassin was arrested on Tuesday morning along with four associates. Rosette Uwimana, 21 (wife to Assassin), Joseph Lubirire, 23, Jacob Ogwal, and Kent Endy Mpumwire are among those arrested with Assassin. According to the police, their arrest followed the robbery of a Chinese national and an African who were traveling in a Toyota Regius (UAZ 949S) in Jinja City. Armed with machetes, the gang ambushed the vehicle, which was loaded with fish maws (Ennuni) and headed…
Busoga youths under their umbrella body, the Busoga Kingdom Youth Council (BKYC), have expressed concern over Uganda’s education sector, debating that it requires significant reforms to address deep-rooted challenges. During their assembly (Lukiiko) held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Kingdom headquarters in Bugembe, Jinja City, the youths urged the government to ensure the improvement of Uganda’s education, which is reportedly deteriorating. Mr. Fred Ssebata, a youth representative from Kigulu chiefdom, tabled a motion concerning education, asking the youth council to embark on a mission to revive Busoga’s education, which was once renowned for its vibrant and traditional schools.…
Jinja: According to SSP Charles Nsaba, the Kiira Regional Police Commander (RPC), the region has recorded a decrease in crime rates. Mid-year crime analysis and statistics indicate that in 2024, 13,391 cases were reported, compared to 2023, where 17,912 cases were registered. This marks a reduction of 4,521 cases. Mr. Nsaba stated that organized crimes such as murders, aggravated robberies, theft of motor vehicle number plates, and violent crimes have been suppressed as a result of collaboration with sister forces, local leaders, and other stakeholders. The region embarked on vigorous community policing campaigns, which have been vital in reducing criminality.…
The newly crowned Miss Tourism of Busoga Kingdom 2024/25 is launching an ambitious initiative to green the Kyabazinga’s land, Busoga. Ann Lisa Kagoya, a 20-year-old Queen, aims to plant over two million trees to ensure the subregion becomes greener. In an interview with Busoga Today, Kagoya expressed confidence that her reign as Miss Tourism will bring environmental preservation to the forefront, thanks to her focus on climate justice. The university student emphasized the importance of promoting Busoga through tree planting, stating that her efforts would be successful in this esteemed project. “My dream as Busoga’s Miss Tourism is to promote…