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By Claire Zerida Balungi “Is masturbation a method of Family Planning (FP)?” asked a student in a gathering of school stakeholders organized by Busoga Health Forum and Makerere School of Public Health. Startled but keeping her composure, the FP service provider answered no to the student’s question, and went ahead to counter similar myths, providing information on the different FP methods, including those that could be used by adolescent boys to prevent unwanted pregnancy. From this, it was evident that schools could benefit tremendously from a comprehensive sexuality education, including education about FP. The 2018 National Sexuality Education Framework in…
By Fiona Kamukama The tourism industry worldwide is major contributor to the economic growth of different governments of which Uganda is inclusive. It is no surprise that Uganda is a major Tourist attraction in Africa and worldwide, Uganda is endowed with a rich biodiversity and cultural abundance. Dubbed “the pearl of Africa” by Sir. Churchill Winston, it was also listed as one the best tourism destinations in the world by CNN’s Travel Article published on January, 1st 2023. The tourism industry, therefore, has the potential to grow and boom within Uganda’s economy and this can well be harnessed by the…
By Gloria Nansijje JINJA: Hundreds of residents on Sunday, March, 26, participated in the Sickle Cell Marathon in Jinja to raise awareness for the disease in Busoga and the whole country. The marathon saw runners competing in the 5km and 10km races in Jinja City. Busoga Kingdom’s second deputy Katuukiro Owek. Osman Ahmed Noor was chief runner. The run, the first of its kind organised by Raising Hope International, an NGO based in Bukoto, aimed at creating awareness for Sickle Cell disease and was flagged at Jinja Rugby Grounds. Sickle Cell Disease, also known as SCD, is a crippling blood…
By Gloria Nansijje JINJA: Students of the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) will go to the polls today (Friday, 17th) to elect their guild president and guild speaker. In a tightly contested race concluded yesterday with open air campaigns, the two titans competing for the echelon of the students leadership, Emmanuel Erabu and Ronald Mawejje rocked horns in a chilling campaign that caused a frenzy at the government owned tourism and hospitality institution. “I am a sportsman myself and I will make sure I prioritize Sport during my guild leadership,” Erabu said, amid deafening applause. Erabu, who arrived…
By Wycliffe Kirunda SPORT: After nearly 60 days in charge, the Brazilian- Spanish coach parted ways with the five Uganda premier league champions Vipers SC in what was disclosed as a poor run of performances. The decision by the club president, Lawrence Mulindwa came at a point when the club coach failed to pick a win in any of the seven games, he was in charged and also failed to find the back of the net in normal game time, one of the worst performances the club has ever held before. With winning a domestic cup being one of the…
By Simon Emunyu The Catholic Diocese of Jinja will animate this year’s Martyrs Day celebrations at the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine on June 3. Thousands of faithful from all walks of life pay homage to the Martyrs most of whom were burnt to death on the orders of Kabaka Mwanga II between 1885 and 1887 for refusing to denounce their faith. Speaking to the faithful at St. Fatima Cathedral during Mass recently, Fr. Paul Okello Wandera, the Parish Priest of Fatima, argued the faithful to support the day in any way they can. “As we prepare to celebrate Martyr’s Day, let’s…
The Namuganza bird knew full well she was flying into the eye of the storm. Brave or foolhardy. Optimist or delusional. Never mind the collective worries and warnings. Her mind was made up. Premature in her soaring ambition or sensing her moment, she was hell-bent on treading where lions fear to tread. But like the saying goes; anybody can bully a caged lion but only a fool can do so when the bars are gone. Was Namuganza swallowing more than what she could chew? This is the question that still lingers in many people’s minds. “Notice that it is a…
NATIONAL: On January 8, 2023, the grim reaper robbed Busoga sub-region of one of its most noble sons who has greatly contributed to the education sector in Busoga. Elisha Watson Katagaya, who many fondly called Elder Ndiwalana, succumbed to a long illness aged 74 and was buried at his ancestral home at Iwawu, Iganga district, but his name will live on for many years to come, thanks to his heart of gold and incorruptible character. Speaker after speaker eulogized Ndiwalana as an incorruptible educationist, a trait that is hard to find among 21st century elites. “His name was never mentioned…
By Claire Zerida Balungi HEALTH: Have you ever tested for Sickle Cell Disease? Most probably, not many have tested. These are the target for Busoga Health Forum’s Sickle Cell Disease Awareness campaign held on the November 4, 2022 and presided over by Jinja Regional Referral Hospital Director, Dr Alfred Yayi, in partnership with AGRICHI Group. Sickle Cell Disease (nalubiri) is a genetic disorder characterized by sickle-shaped (abnormal) red blood cells which easily break down resulting in blockage of blood flow and a problematic health. Are you perhaps among the fold that associate Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) with witchcraft? Busoga Health…
By Wycliffe Kirunda SPORT: Ahead of a busy year that kicks off with the T20 World Cup qualifiers in South Africa and as a way of making players get committed to what they do daily, Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) has rewarded 12 players with playing contracts. Unlike the men, the ladies are always distracted just after they get done with their education and they always choose the way that pays a living to make them survive. This could be another way of improving the sport in the country as it makes the players be sure of their monthly finances and…