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13 October 2026, 10:29 am
Tayebwa highlights Uganda’s progress in women’s representation
By Ronald Ssemagonja Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has highlighted Uganda’s progress in promoting women’s representation in leadership, citing their growing presence in Parliament and Cabinet. Tayebwa made the remarks yesterday while addressing the World Women Parliamentarians Forum in…
7 October 2026, 11:02 am
Palabek Refugees Still Face Barriers to Family Planning Amid Rising STI Concerns
By: Isaac Olweny Palabek, Lamwo District — Refugees in Palabek Settlement continue to face significant challenges in accessing and embracing family planning services, with health workers and community members calling for sustained sensitisation to address cultural barriers and misconceptions. During…
30 September 2026, 8:04 pm
Rights groups call for full implementation of Maputo Protocol
By Annet Nakato Women’s rights organisations have called for stronger implementation of the Maputo Protocol in Uganda, saying continued reservations to key provisions, particularly Article 14, remain a challenge to women’s full enjoyment of their rights. The call was made…
7 July 2026, 8:42 am
Expectant mothers hail donation of 500 free mama kits in Rugendabara-Kikongo
By Kyamanduma Patrick LCIII Chairperson donates mama kits to expectant mothers. Dozens of expectant mothers in Rugendabara-Kikongo Town Council have welcomed the donation of mama kits by LC III Chairperson Mr. Edson Muhyana, describing the initiative as a timely intervention…
3 July 2026, 10:16 am
New water sources restore hope to water-scarce Kamuli communities
By Ali lukomo A young politician-turned-philanthropist has launched a charitable initiative aimed at addressing water scarcity in Kamuli District, following concerns that many communities are sharing water sources with animals. Through his non-governmental organisation, Sparrows and Eagles International, Mr Ntende…
23 June 2026, 1:29 pm
Protecting Women’s Reproductive Health Critical in Uganda’s Ebola Respon…
By Annet Nakato. As Uganda intensifies efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak, stakeholders are calling for equal attention to the protection of women’s sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), warning that public health emergencies often place women and girls…
18 June 2026, 2:49 pm
Calls grow for clearer abortion laws as unsafe abortions continue claiming lives
By Annet Nakato The lack of clear provisions regarding abortion in Uganda’s legal framework has contributed to a rise in cases of lifelong health complications and deaths resulting from unsafe abortions. Many women and girls are unaware of the circumstances…
14 June 2026, 7:22 pm
Thousands attend Phaneroo’s 8th “My great price” women’s…
By Ronald Ssemagonja In an effort to empower women, especially in spiritual affairs, Phaneroo Ministries International yesterday held the 8th edition of its annual “My Great Price” Women’s Conference at the Phaneroo Grounds in Naguru, Kampala. Thousands of women from…
11 June 2026, 1:11 pm
From kitchen to business: Building a bakery brand as a woman
By Regina Nassanga In this episode of Women, Let’s Talk, we speak with a successful baker, entrepreneur, and baking trainer about her inspiring journey from baking at home to running a professional bakery business. She shares how her passion for…
11 May 2026, 10:33 am
Ugandans join the world in celebrating mother’s day
By Ronald Ssemagonja In 1908, Anna Maria Jarvis honoured her late mother during a worship service in the United States of America. Reports indicate that her mother had always expressed a desire for a special day dedicated to celebrating mothers.…