Salmah Namwanje

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International Education Day Featured image for Mubiru Enock Joel: Makerere’s Top Science Graduate with a Vision for Data Analytics

Sudan Featured image for The fight against hunger and solutions for Africa's food insecurity

News Featured image for UN human rights chief calls for accountability in regulating online hate speech

News Featured image for Motor Vehicle Ownership Transfer: Govt Outlines Procedures and Costs

News Featured image for NIRA Begins Inspection of 1,700 National ID Registration Kits
Wed 08 Jan, 2025 23:09
NIRA Begins Inspection of 1,700 National ID Registration Kits
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For years, the process of acquiring a National ID has been marred by inefficiencies, including long waiting periods, system breakdowns, and limited registration points, leaving millions of Ugandans wi...


News Featured image for Nyanjura Visits Kitalya Prison, Raises Alarm Over Torture of Lawyer Kiiza
Wed 08 Jan, 2025 20:50
Nyanjura Visits Kitalya Prison, Raises Alarm Over Torture of Lawyer Kiiza
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Eron Kiiza, who is being held as prisoner No.002/25, is reportedly in severe pain, with visible injuries and swelling allegedly inflicted during his detention.


News Featured image for Kabaka Calls on Buganda to Embrace Agriculture and Environmental Conservation
Wed 08 Jan, 2025 20:14
Kabaka Calls on Buganda to Embrace Agriculture and Environmental Conservation
Featured image for Kabaka Calls on Buganda to Embrace Agriculture and Environmental Conservation

The Buganda Kingdom has prioritised agriculture as a cornerstone for economic growth and sustainability.


News Featured image for KCCA Still Struggling to Identify Land for New Landfill Amid Environmental,Social Concerns

Health Featured image for Cervical Cancer: A Silent Crisis in Africa and the Push for Elimination

News Featured image for Electoral Commission Voter Update Exercise for 2026 Elections
Tue 07 Jan, 2025 09:58
Electoral Commission Voter Update Exercise for 2026 Elections
Featured image for Electoral Commission Voter Update Exercise for 2026 Elections

For regular free and fair elections, we must maintain an accurate and up-to-date voters’ register. This update is an opportunity for all eligible Ugandans to make their voices count


News Featured image for Prisons highlights festive season calm, escape incident, and return of  visitations

News Featured image for WHO highlights global burden of genital herpes, calls for greater awareness

stolen newborn cases Featured image for Police arrest suspect in number plate theft spree, recover over 30 plates

News Featured image for UN highlights crisis as 400 million children face violence at home

News Featured image for UN Mourns Staff Members Lost in 2024, Reflects on a Year of Global Challenges

Africa Featured image for Post-Election Violence in Africa: The High Cost of Fragile Democracy
Sat 28 Dec, 2024 17:45
Post-Election Violence in Africa: The High Cost of Fragile Democracy
Featured image for Post-Election Violence in Africa: The High Cost of Fragile Democracy

Election-related violence is not a new phenomenon in Africa. Many elections are overshadowed by allegations of voter suppression, vote rigging, and intimidation, eroding public trust in electoral proc...


Walk for Peace Featured image for SH-ACU busts fraudsters with $2 million in counterfeit currency in Entebbe

President Museveni Featured image for Museveni spends christmas in Rwakitura, calls for reflection and responsible living

Premium Liquor Featured image for AU chairperson calls for calm amid post-election violence in Mozambique

News Featured image for Internal Affairs warns foreign students illegally working in Uganda

News Featured image for Ruto Meets AU Chairperson, Highlights Reforms and Election of AUC Leader
Tue 24 Dec, 2024 23:33
Ruto Meets AU Chairperson, Highlights Reforms and Election of AUC Leader
Featured image for Ruto Meets AU Chairperson, Highlights Reforms and Election of AUC Leader

The meeting also centred on the upcoming election of the AUC Chairperson, a pivotal role within the AU. Among the candidates vying for the position is Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga.


Justice Law and Order Featured image for Police Hunt for Officer in Fatal Kampala Shooting
Tue 24 Dec, 2024 23:24
Police Hunt for Officer in Fatal Kampala Shooting
Featured image for Police Hunt for Officer in Fatal Kampala Shooting

Investigations into the incident are ongoing, but Bahati remains in hiding, along with the firearm used in the alleged crime.


News Featured image for Busega traffic jam sparks frustration among road users ahead of christmas

Justice Law and Order Featured image for Police Ramp Up Efforts Against Animal Theft in Savanna Region

Health Featured image for Africa CDC Launches Bold Strategy to Tackle Infectious Diseases

News Featured image for Prisons kicks off christmas meat slaughtering exercise for inmates and staff

Health Featured image for Africa CDC Unveils Comprehensive Strategy to Combat Infectious Diseases

News Featured image for Buganda Kingdom 'Luwalo Lwaffe' Initiative Raised Over Shs1.6bn in 2024
Sat 21 Dec, 2024 23:36
Buganda Kingdom 'Luwalo Lwaffe' Initiative Raised Over Shs1.6bn in 2024
Featured image for Buganda Kingdom 'Luwalo Lwaffe' Initiative Raised Over Shs1.6bn in 2024

The Luwalo Lwaffe initiative has its roots in the reign of past kings but was disrupted during the regime of Milton Obote, which destabilized the Kingdom.


UNRA Featured image for UNRA marks decade of transformative infrastructure development in Uganda

News Featured image for Entebbe airport reports significant growth in passenger traffic, cargo movement 

News Featured image for Makerere guild President calls for more female halls of residence as enrolment rises

International Education Day Featured image for Mrs Museveni Unveils Makerere's New School of Law, Refurbished Lumumba Hall

News Featured image for Nalweyiso Warns Youth Against Begging Culture
Tue 17 Dec, 2024 22:03
Nalweyiso Warns Youth Against Begging Culture
Featured image for Nalweyiso Warns Youth Against Begging Culture

Nalweyiso noted that many young people have abandoned work in favor of waiting for handouts, a practice she believes has ruined countless lives.


News Featured image for At Least 68 Journalists Killed Globally in 2024
Tue 17 Dec, 2024 22:00
At Least 68 Journalists Killed Globally in 2024
Featured image for At Least 68 Journalists Killed Globally in 2024

Alarmingly, more than 60% of these killings occurred in conflict zones, marking the highest proportion in over a decade.


News Featured image for Prisons Embrace Reforms with Focus on Human Rights Training

News Featured image for Prisons service advances human rights with training officers

Health Featured image for Gates Foundation Highlights Malaria’s Toll on Africa and Uganda

Uncategorized Featured image for ATMIS Troops Honored for Peace Building Efforts in Somalia

UNEB Featured image for UNEB examiners protest low pay
Sun 15 Dec, 2024 09:58
UNEB examiners protest low pay
Featured image for UNEB examiners protest low pay


uganda Featured image for UCC issues new sim card replacement guidelines

Tutsi Featured image for Uganda Muslim Supreme Council Marks 52 Years with Grand Celebrations

Health Featured image for NDA Reassures Public on Safety of Drugs and Medical Supplies
Thu 12 Dec, 2024 16:08
NDA Reassures Public on Safety of Drugs and Medical Supplies
Featured image for NDA Reassures Public on Safety of Drugs and Medical Supplies

We remain vigilant in ensuring that only safe, high-quality products are available to Ugandans


Wed 11 Dec, 2024 19:10
Prisons Boosts Agriculture with Over 1.2 Million Kilos of Seeds
Featured image for Prisons Boosts Agriculture with Over 1.2 Million Kilos of Seeds

Despite its importance to the economy, agricultural sector faces challenges such as low productivity, limited market access, inadequate financing, and climate change.


Health Featured image for Uganda Reduces Mpox Cases in Nakasongola District with WHO Support

Uganda Society for Disabled Children Featured image for CSOs urge budget prioritisation and transparency for school feeding

Entertainment Featured image for Mukaaku: A Polarizing Figure in Uganda's Political Landscape

News Featured image for Prisons Trains Officers on Community Corrections to Ease Jail Congestion
Tue 10 Dec, 2024 23:22
Prisons Trains Officers on Community Corrections to Ease Jail Congestion
Featured image for Prisons Trains Officers on Community Corrections to Ease Jail Congestion

Speaking during the workshop, Sarah Nalwanga, assistant commissioner for Community Corrections, highlighted the critical role of community corrections in reducing recidivism and addressing prison cong...


uganda prisons Featured image for Prisons Service Partners with Makerere University to Launch Law Training for Officers

Teryet Featured image for Museveni to Commission Teryet High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa
Mon 09 Dec, 2024 21:00
Museveni to Commission Teryet High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa
Featured image for Museveni to Commission Teryet High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa

The modern facility marks a major milestone in Uganda’s sports development and highlights the government’s commitment to nurturing athletic talent.


State House Anti-Corruption unit Featured image for Three Arraigned Over Mismanagement of PDM Funds