Author: Simon Mbago
Jinja: The Ministry of Health has sounded a clarion call to eliminate preventable newborn deaths, especially those caused by birth asphyxia, as Uganda commemorates the “Every Baby’s First Cry” month this June. The national event was hosted at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital on June 27, 2025, drawing health professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders from across the country. “The first cry of a baby signifies life, strength, and the will to survive and thrive,” the Ministry stated through the Department of Reproductive & Child Health and the Newborn Working Group, the key organizers of the campaign. Over the past decade, Uganda…
Mayuge: The Canadian mission team’s visit to Mayuge district this June, 2025, has left an indelible mark on the lives of vulnerable families and communities. Initially, their mission was to support the treatment of a critically ill child, but sadly, their help arrived too late. However, the team didn’t abandon the grieving family. Instead, they redirected their efforts to uplift and transform the lives of the surviving family members. Rose Kwikiriza’s story is a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to persevere. After giving birth to triplets in 2013, she faced unimaginable challenges, including homelessness and despair. But thanks to…
Jinja: Youth leaders from the National Unity Platform (NUP) in the Eastern Region, specifically from Jinja District, have petitioned the Electoral Commission (EC) office in Jinja, expressing concerns over the recently concluded youth elections. The NUP youth leaders, led by Mariam Natabi, the NUP’s Youth Affairs Chief in Eastern Region, claim that the elections were marred by irregularities, including voter bribery, alteration of voter registers, and ballot stuffing. Natabi stated that these irregularities led to the disenfranchisement of legitimate voters. “We demand a redo of the elections and a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities,” said Natabi while addressing journalists…
The Bishop of Busoga Diocese, Dr. Paul Samson Naimanhe Mukembo has condemned the grabbing of land belonging to schools founded by the Church of Uganda in Busoga. The diocese is protesting the alleged land grabbing, particularly targeting schools built on church land. Bishop Naimanhe reveals that the Church of Uganda launched a campaign to establish land titles on these schools, particularly around Busoga. He made the remarks while officiating an aluminum event at Wanyange Senior Secondary School in Jinja City over tye weekend. “We realized that ‘clevers’ are targeting the land belonging schools founded by the church. When did we…
Kamuli: A 40-year-old businesswoman has been arrested by the Police in Kamuli district for allegedly attempting to murder her 60-year-old husband by cutting off his genitals. According to the Police, the suspect, only identified as Rehema, attacked her husband, Richard Masanka, while he was sleeping at their home in Busoigo cell, Kasoigo ward, Northern Division in Kamuli Municipality. “The victim was rushed to Kwagala Medical Centre in Buwengempya and later referred to Kamuli General Hospital,” said ASP Micheal Kasadha, Regional Spokesperson for Busoga North. The Police have condemned the attack and urged couples facing conflict to seek counseling or legal…
Buyende: President Yoweri Museveni has commended Minister for Presidency, Milly Babirye Babalanda, for her exceptional mobilization skills, describing her as a “good mobilizer”. Presiding over Babalanda’s thanksgiving ceremony on June 7, 2024, at Iringa Township Primary School in Buyende District, Museveni hailed the Minister to for her good leadership in the Presidency. “I’m very happy to be here to thank God for the life of my daughter, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda. Babirye has been a good leader and mobilizer of the NRM,” Museveni said. The President also cautioned NRM leaders against forming political camps within the party, emphasizing the importance…
Jinja: In a shocking turn of events, Amina Mutesi, a former Jinja City education officer, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a suspected ritual sacrifice. According to police reports, Mutesi allegedly approached a casual worker in April 2025 and requested that they procure a human being for ritual sacrifice. The worker, along with two accomplices, lured a victim, Jessica Mutesi, to Amina Mutesi’s residence, where she was strangled to death and buried on the premises. According to SP James Mubi, Kiira region’s police spokesperson, the suspects confessed to the crime, stating that they were promised UGX…
BUSOGA: The Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, has reaffirmed his dedication to elevating Busoga to greater heights. A key strategy in this endeavor is combating teenage pregnancies and early marriages within the kingdom. At a stakeholders’ engagement meeting held at Igenge Palace in Jinja city, the Kyabazinga urged District Education Officers (DEOs) and headteachers of primary and secondary schools in the Busoga subregion to prevent young girls and boys from engaging in activities that lead to early pregnancies and a poor future. “The main reason we are fathered here today is to find strategies on how we…
Kamuli: The Busoga sub-region has launched a new initiative to grow Chili peppers, aiming to boost economic development and improve household incomes. The project was launched by the First Deputy Prime Minister, Rebecca Kadaga, on behalf of the Vice President, Jesca Alupo, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. “We are delighted to launch Chili growing in Busoga sub-region and Uganda at large today,” Kadaga said. “This milestone is a direct result of the Chili protocol signed between Uganda and China in September 2024.” According to Kadaga, the success of this project will not only improve people’s incomes but also contribute to…
Kamuli: Christine Okalang, Regional Manager of International Development Institute (IDI) Uganda, has emphasized the need to revive Sunday Schools in churches. This call to action aims to address the growing concern of parents neglecting their parenting roles, leaving children to rely on technology and peers. Speaking at the closing ceremony of a training program for Sunday School teachers at Malamu Center in Kamuli, Okalang stressed the importance of bridging the communication gap between parents, schools, and communities. She encouraged parents to engage in open dialogue with their children, focusing on positive reinforcement rather than reprimand. Quoting Proverbs 22:6, Okalang urged…