Ministry of Education Clarifies Stance on Mobile Digital Devices in Schools
The Ministry of Education and Sports has issued a statement clarifying its position regarding the use of mobile digital devices in schools, specifically prohibiting the use of mobile phones and tablets on school premises.
In a statement released September 9, 2024, Dr. Dennis K. Mugimba, the Ministry's spokesperson, emphasized the government's commitment to enhancing the use of electronic tools for effective learning and management within educational institutions.
"Policy standards and guidelines governing the use of digital tools in schools are still...
Police Assures Safety for Football Fans During Uganda Cranes vs. Congo Brazzaville Match
The Uganda Police Force has guaranteed the safety of football fans attending the highly anticipated match between the Uganda Cranes and Congo Brazzaville at Mandela National Stadium in Namboole.
In a press briefing held today September 9, 2024, at police headquarters in Naguru, ACP Kituuma Rusoke, the police spokesperson, emphasized the critical role of cooperation between fans and event organizers to ensure a smooth and secure experience for everyone involved.
“All roads lead to Mandela National Stadium! Let’s go catch the...
Bobi Wine Accuses Banyarwanda-Bavandimwe of Bulindo Attack
Robert Kyagulanyi, the National Unity platform party president commonly known as Bobi Wine, has publicly accused members of the Banyarwanda community, commonly referred to as Bavandimwe in Uganda, of orchestrating the recent attack in Bulindo.
During a press conference held in Magere at Bobi Wine's residence, he condemned the violence and claimed that he is very aware of the people behind that canister attack, and it is none other than the foreigners from Rwanda who he claims have taken over...
President Museveni Urges Karimojong to Embrace Commercial Agriculture for Wealth Creation
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged the people of the Karamoja subregion to embrace commercial agriculture to create household wealth.
The President made the remarks on September 7, 2024, while presiding over the closure of the ninth edition of the Karamoja Cultural Festival, which commenced on September 2, at the Napeikori grounds in Karenga district. The festival aimed at celebrating Karimojong culture together with the Ateker cluster tribes from Kenya, South Sudan, and Ethiopia.
Museveni remarked that despite the establishment of...
Car-Free Day: A Day to Promote Sustainability and People-Friendly City
In a bright move towards a more sustainable and people-friendly city, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) is celebrating a Car-Free Day, closing off major streets to vehicular traffic and opening them up to pedestrians, cyclists, and revelers.
The event started off early Saturday morning, September 7, 2024,2024 and aims at promoting eco-friendly transportation, community engagement, and a healthier lifestyle.
According to the Executive Director of KCCA, Dorothy Kisaka, Kampala continues to grow and urbanize, and events like Car-Free Day serve...
State Minister for Defense Sarah Mateke Dies
The State Minister for Defense and Veteran Affairs, Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, has passed on.
The deceased's death was confirmed by her father, Philemon Mateke, who said she died of a heart attack while being taken to Mulago National Referral Hospital on Saturday.
Known for her previous role as the Minister of State for Gender, Labour, and Social Development, Mateke was on March 21, 2024, appointed in the Defense Ministry, a role she has not even spent a year with.
Mateke was also...
