By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post At a government referral hospital in Kampala, a price list hangs quietly on the wall. It is formal. Neat. Official.Consultation: 50,000 UGX.Echo: over 100,000 UGX.ICU admission: 1,000,000 UGX per night.These are the charges at the Uganda Heart Institute.Now pause for a moment.In a country where millions live on modest and unstable incomes, …
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Although voters ousted 3 anti-gay politicians, Uganda remains deeply homophobic. In response to the recent article “Uganda: Voters reject anti-LGBTQI+ lawmakers”, Melanie Nathan, executive director of the African Human Rights Coalition, submitted this comment: As a country conditions expert witness reporter, I must clarify so that there is no confusion by anyone seeking to portray Uganda’s anti-homosexuality climate as improving. …
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By Amiri Wabusimba- In Kampala’s busiest arcades, commerce moves with confidence. Brightly packaged lotions and soaps promise transformation, renewal, radiance. Yet among them are products that were formally prohibited in 2023 by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards after laboratory findings linked them to hydroquinone and mercury substances associated with severe skin damage, organ toxicity, and elevated cancer risk. The …
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Sekabira Cup 2026: One Last Battle for Ultimate Glory | Voice of Bugerere Home Sports Sekabira Cup 2026: One Last Battle for Ultimate Glory
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Shock and fear have gripped the ranks of the Uganda Prisons Service after a deadly morning shooting at Kiboga Prison left three people dead and a warden on the run. Prisons authorities have confirmed that Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Hope Catherine, Principal Officer I Akishuri Bright, and Ayebare Sarah — spouse to the Officer in Charge — were fatally …
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Badminton: International Stars Outclass Hosts at Lugogo Arena | Voice of Bugerere Home Sports Badminton: International Stars Outclass Hosts at Lugogo Arena
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By Kyeyune Ali Nakaseke — The Ministry of Local Government Permanent Secretary, Ben Kumumanya, has commissioned two major Community Access Roads in Nakaseke District under the Local Economic Growth Support (LEGS) Project, marking a significant milestone in the district’s drive toward socio-economic transformation. The newly completed Shs1.8 billion Gayaza–Kalungu–Mityomere Road (27km) and the Shs2 billion Gomero–Migani–Kagongi–Buwana Road (33.3km) will serve …
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Kampala– Suzan Nsibirwa, the Managing Director of Nation Media Group, has dismissed claims circulating on social media that the Daily Monitor newspaper is on the verge of closing business. Suzan Nsibirwa (Courtesy photo) In a statement shared via her official account on X, Nsibirwa described the reports as false and urged the public to disregard what she termed as misinformation. …
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KAMPALA — Winnie Byanyima, the wife of jailed opposition politician Kiiza Besigye and Executive Director of Oxfam International, has emphasized that political differences should be resolved through dialogue rather than negotiations aimed at securing the release of political prisoners. Col (Rtd) Dr. Kiiza Besigye in court last year. (Courtesy photo) Byanyima dismissed reports alleging that she had requested negotiations with …
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The Health Department of Mukono District today held its end-of-year celebration, recognizing and appreciating dedicated health workers with awards for their outstanding service in 2025. Honoring of the outstanding individuals The colorful event took place at Grand Praclos Gardens Nasuuti and brought together district health workers, political leaders, and technical staff. Among the distinguished guests were the Deputy Resident District …
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