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21 November 2024, 9:16 pm
Women leaders in Moroto challenged with the increasing number of street children
By Byamukama Alozious Women leaders in Karamoja, particularly from Moroto district, are raising concerns over the growing number of street children in Moroto municipality. This issue was highlighted during an interactive dialogue on public accountability, where women leaders were equipped…
13 November 2024, 11:10 am
27 missing children in Kitgum: Police urge parental vigilance
By Otim Moses Arapmoi The Child and Family Protection Unit (CFPU) of the Uganda Police Force in Kitgum district has registered 27 cases of missing children over the past ten months. Mr. Michael Obong, head of CFPU at Kitgum Central…
4 October 2024, 12:07 pm
Resilience Journey To Trauma Healing Through Counselling, Cultural Activities Pe…
By Cinderella Ayebare Kiryandongo, Uganda Children who witness violence during war often struggle with depression, says Musiime Naboth, a mental health expert with the Refugee Law Project. Many arrive traumatized, unable to speak or cry nonstop. “Their experiences vary, but…
4 October 2024, 11:57 am
Resilience Beyond Borders: How Child-Headed Refugee Children in Uganda are Build…
By Cinderella Ayebare Kiryandongo, Uganda In Uganda’s refugee settlements, a remarkable story of resilience unfolds. The child-headed families who fled from war-torn South Sudan are striving to rebuild their lives. Despite overwhelming challenges, Oslam, Taban and Akisi are determined to…
4 October 2024, 10:12 am
93 Year Old Grand Maa Blame Local Leaders on Poor Dress Code
By Otim Moses Arapmoi A 93 year old woman in Oryang Central cell in Namokora town council in Kitgum district has blamed local leaders in the district for sleeping on the job as young girls dress inappropriately; something she says…
1 October 2024, 6:55 pm
Dr. Robin Nandy, UNICEF representative, presents credentials to minister of stat…
By Okurmu Edwin Kisa The Honorable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hon. John Mulimba, today received Dr. Robin Nandy, the new UNICEF Representative to Uganda, who officially presented his credentials at a meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign…
20 September 2024, 6:24 pm
Children accused of abusing their rights
By Otim Moses Arapmoi Local leaders and other stakeholders in Omiya Anyima sub-county, Kitgum district, have revealed that children are now using their rights as an excuse to avoid accountability for dropping out of school or getting married at an…
9 September 2024, 1:41 pm
Early school start times harm childhood well-being: policy reforms urged
By Byamukama Alozious An audio news feature on “Violence against children: A harsh reality affecting their Joy and wellbeing” sheds light on the distressing cries of young learners forced into early morning routines for school. Parents and experts share their…
4 September 2024, 1:21 pm
Oyam district leaders alarmed by child rights violations
By Daniel Oyat Obong Citizen Voice and Action, a non-governmental organisation operating in Minakulu sub county, Myene, and Minakulu town council in Oyam district, revealed in their findings that the rights of many children are being violated. This was disclosed…