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Floods · Eastern RegionSix children were injured yesterday due to heavy rains that battered Bulambuli district in Eastern Uganda, prompting flooding in several areas. The injured children were swiftly referred to Bunambutye resettlement health centre III for treatment. The affected areas, including Bumufuni Sub-County, Bumwangu parish, and Bubulo village, faced significant inundation. Irene Nakasiita, the communications head at Uganda Red Cross, reported that their vo…See the Story
6 Children Injured in Bulambuli as Heavy Rains Cause Flooding
Books · JinjaTom Warth once visited a school library in Jinja, Uganda, that had nearly everything a library needs — except books. There was a librarian, a card catalog, tables, bookcases and students, but the shelves were nearly bare. What few books there were, he said, were “tattered and worn.” Matilda Arhin, a Books For Africa board member, on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, held a copy of the 60 millionth book shipped by the nonprofit organization in Marietta, …See the Story
Q&A: Books For Africa founder Tom Warth marks 60-million milestone
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Jinja · JinjaAuthorities in Jinja have initiated an investigation following the sudden death of a senior four student identified as Joshua Lukonda, aged 17, at Kiira College Butiki. The tragic incident occurred on Monday evening around 7:30 pm. According to Mr. James Mubi, the spokesperson for the Kiira region police, it is reported that Lukonda experienced severe headaches on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He sought medical assistance at the school dispensary, whe…See the Story
Investigation Launched After Tragic Death of Student at Kiira College Butiki - The Hoima Post
Bobi Wine · JinjaFootball match organized by supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) faced disruption by the police. The match, held at Buyengo Playground, was intended to be a peaceful gathering for both players and spectators. Police intervened, initiating chaos by firing explosives at those present. Among those detained are leaders of the youth coordination team for Eastern Uganda.See the Story
NUP Football Event Raided by Police in Jinja
Jinja · JinjaJinja (Uganda) shares Parliamentary Group of the National Unity Parliament, led by His Excellency Dr. Ali Rashid Al-Naimi, chairman, in coordination meetings for Arab, Islamic and Asian groups and the Brix group, held on the sidelines of the 148th General Assembly and the 213th session of the Presidency, held in Geneva, Switzerland. The Ugandan Parliamentary Group included Sarah Mohammed Falaknaz, deputy chairman of the group, Ahmed Mir Hashim K…See the Story
The “Parliamentary Division” is discussing taking urgent measures on the crisis in Gaza
Jinja · JinjaThe Rachel Namiiro Live in Concert will take place on May 4th and 5th, 2024. The Ugandan singer will be joined by some of the most renowned names in the industry. General admission tickets are priced at 10K, while VIP tickets offer exclusive perks for 30K. Tickets are now on sale exclusively on TiketiHub.com.See the Story
Rachel Namiiro Concert Tickets Now Available on TiketiHub.com!”
Jinja · JinjaFire engulfed eight homes in Masese II cell in Jinja city southern division. Firefighters struggled to reach the critical areas, allowing the flames to spread unchecked. Illegal power connections might have caused the fire, police say. Residents lament the inability to disconnect electricity promptly from the affected areas.See the Story
