Uganda has officially launched its National Budget Month for the Financial Year 2025/26, setting in motion a nationwide campaign to explain the national budget to citizens, enhance accountability, and foster inclusive participation. The launch event, held at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala, was graced by Finance Minister Hon. Matia Kasaija, Acting Permanent Secretary/Secretary to…
A new report by the Human Rights Network for Journalists-Uganda (HRNJ-Uganda) offers a sobering yet hopeful snapshot of press freedom in the country. Titled “One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: A Slippery Media Landscape”, the 2024 Press Freedom Index doesn’t shy away from the hard truths, but it also spotlights a resilient media community committed…
For thousands of Ugandan students, the release of exam results each year brings a mix of excitement and anxiety. While some celebrate academic success, many are left grappling with an overwhelming question: “What course can I pursue with these grades and where?” A new digital tool called Admission Tips is providing a powerful answer. Accessible…
Uganda, like many developing nations, is grappling with a complex interplay of economic and environmental challenges, being ranked as the 12th most vulnerable country (worldwide) to climate change impacts and the 163rd readiest to deal with these impacts out of 192 countries assessed by the ND-GAIN Country Index 2022. This is exemplified by the extreme…
There’s a common adage often heard in Ugandan social circles: “An average Ugandan is one medical bill away from poverty.” It may sound like a cliché, but it reflects a painful reality we witness daily. The COVID-19 pandemic stripped away the illusion of preparedness, revealing just how fragile our healthcare system truly is. Families were…
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) has unveiled the shortlist for the 11th edition of the Uganda National Journalism Awards (UNJA), recognizing exceptional journalism that informs, challenges, and transforms. This year’s competition saw a record-breaking 147 journalists participate, with a diverse range of entries showcasing expertise and commitment to public interest reporting. The judges…
The Ministry of Education released both Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) and Universal Certificate of Education (UCE) results recently. We had stories of children who did not perform well and decided to cause harm to themselves. While others were celebrated by their parents, I am sure some were being condemned for their poor performance and possibly…
Even after two years without a competitive basketball season, the City Oilers are still the team to beat, having clinched their 8th championship. The Oilers managed a 66-64 win against the league debutants, the Namuwongo Blazers. The Blazers came into the fixture as overwhelming favorites, given the fact that they trailed 3-1 and managed to…
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