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14 May 2026, 12:44 pm
Grace Aleper: Media has strengthened women’s businesses and peace building in…
By Byamukama Alozious Grace Aleper has praised the role of the media in promoting women’s businesses, amplifying women’s voices, and supporting peacebuilding efforts in the Karamoja region. Speaking during a reflection session following the Gender-Sensitive Reporting and Media for Accountability…
11 May 2026, 5:33 pm
DVA coalition raises concern over sovereignty bill, shrinking civic space
By Byamukama Alozious Civil society organisations under the Domestic Violence Act (DVA) Coalition have expressed concern over the recently passed Sovereignty Bill, warning that it could negatively affect advocacy efforts aimed at protecting vulnerable and marginalised groups, particularly survivors of…
28 April 2026, 4:34 pm
Girl Champion Awards launched to celebrate young girls driving change
By Byamukama Alozious The Girl Champion Awards (GCA) have been launched in Uganda to recognise and celebrate outstanding girls and young women who are driving positive change in their communities. The launch, held at the Uganda Media Centre, highlighted inspiring…
31 March 2026, 5:20 pm
Health, gender-based violence and children’s rights: Uganda Police 2025 report
By Nakato Annet The Uganda Police Force Annual Crime Report 2025 indicates a continued decline in overall crime, but highlights persistent and serious concerns in gender-based violence (GBV), child protection, and associated public health impacts affecting women and children across…
31 March 2026, 12:26 pm
Oyam District Woman MP urges respect, equality, and education support
By Eman Yonah Oruk During the belated International Women’s Day celebration at Abok Primary School in Oyam District, leaders highlighted the importance of respect within families, equal treatment of children, and investment in education as key pillars for community development.…
28 March 2026, 7:01 pm
Equal work, unequal pay: Exploring wage gaps, gender inequality and youth behavi…
Wllex Mukisa hosted young people on The Youths Show to discuss unequal pay between genders and its impact on youth behaviour. Participants shared how disparities in earnings and limited opportunities contribute to frustration and, at times, wayward behaviour. The discussion…
25 March 2026, 3:10 pm
Empowering women to claim their SRHR rights amid misinformation, digital threats
By Annet Nakato Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) issues continue to face widespread misinterpretation and competing narratives that limit access to essential services, particularly for women. Anti-rights movements have played a significant role in spreading misinformation, instilling fear,…
19 March 2026, 12:49 pm
Together Project Enters New Phase as ADRA Takes the Helm
By Odong James The Adventist Development and Relief Agency, ADRA Uganda, has officially taken over full responsibility for the implementation of the Together Project, marking a significant transition aimed at sustaining community gains and strengthening service delivery across East Acholi.…
9 March 2026, 6:39 pm
MP Betty Aol Ocan anchors SPEAK FM news as women take charge of programming
By Gift Okello Excitement filled the air at Speak FM in Gulu City as the station dedicated its entire programming lineup to women in celebration of International Women’s Day, marking a landmark initiative to promote gender equality and recognize women’s…
25 February 2026, 11:33 am
Forum for African Women Educationalists Uganda Launches Shs20,000 Campaign to Su…
By Annet Nakato. The Forum for African Women Educationalists Uganda (FAWE Uganda) has launched a nationwide fundraising campaign encouraging every Ugandan to contribute Shs20,000 to support girls’ education, particularly those from financially challenged backgrounds. The campaign aims to prevent school…