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10 years on, Fr John Scalabrini's legacy lives on in thousands of Ugandans

Kampala Lord Mayor, Eng. Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo, was among the guests who paid tribute to the late priest, describing him as a mentor whose investment in people continues to produce results.

Kampala vicar general cautions students against early marriages

“These days, when you are going somewhere, you use Google Maps to show you the right way. Sometimes you can find yourself in a situation and a voice will tell you to go to a witchdoctor, steal, fight, or engage in coupling at an early age at school. Such are not good solutions. Let the Holy Spirit and the 10 Commandments be your Google Maps to guide you in your academics and in your daily life,” Kabuye urged learners during his sermon.

Why charity towards disadvantaged children matters

“A bag of food can bring relief. A set of books can give a child confidence. A small act of kindness can tell someone facing hardship that they have not been forgotten. Today's beneficiary can be tomorrow's helper...............

Parents urged to shield candidates from emotional distractions

“Parents should encourage their children. Do not bring stories from home that will emotionally disturb them at this critical time. Let them concentrate,” Kasibante said.

Extreme heat putting pregnant women, newborns at risk — UN climate chief

"Rising temperatures mean rising danger in pregnancy," he is expected to say.

Excessive bleeding after childbirth a silent killer of mothers

Dr Kisegerwa said that, given the risk of excessive bleeding, the Mulago community was encouraged during the walk to donate blood and ensure blood is readily available for mothers.

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Why court dissolved Bwanika’s marriage

Barbara Babirye Katamba accused Bwanika of allegedly making her younger sister pregnant in 2013, which she said deeply affected her and her family. She also alleged that Bwanika’s infidelity extended to an attempt to seduce an employee at the family business, who reportedly showed Katamba a love letter written by Bwanika. Katamba further alleged that in 2016, Bwanika became involved with one Hanifah and used family business money to purchase tickets for a trip with her to Dubai.

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Mine or yours — couples debate

Matovu was reportedly attacked by Arnold Nsamba. Matovu had reportedly visited Rose Tusiime at her home that night. Traditionally, many people would expect the woman to visit the man. Topically, with women wearing trousers in relationships, the new option is to go to the woman’s place.

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Men won’t learn from Matovu’s death

Bainemigisha says that the thorns on a rose are more inviting than discouraging, especially if the rose is the Tumusiime type, adding that a man will leave his water at home and try to steal water at the risk of his life. According to the stolen water hypothesis, what is stolen comes with an additional advantage of the intense excitement of overcoming a dangerous escapade without being caught!

Resume traditional parenting, Seku urges parents

“Parents are spending a lot of time consuming data and engaging on social media platforms like TikTok, laughing and smiling alone from the living room to the bedrooms, while neglecting their children and spouses,” Seku said.

UN says 5.8 million refugee children out of school

UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, said 44 percent of the world's 13.1 million school-age refugee children were out of school last year.

Skills give Entebbe centre teenage mothers lifeline beyond pregnancy

“I'm now an expert at hairdressing. I can move offering services and earn money to survive. I hope the skills will enable me to support my child. I also plan to eventually return to school. I want to become a meteorologist.”

Only 64% of young women have suppressed HIV — survey

Only 64.1% of Ugandan women aged 15–24 living with HIV had achieved viral suppression in 2025, far below the national adult average of 86%, highlighting a major treatment gap among young women.

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No house, no spouse?

“A serious woman would support her partner towards building a home for the family. A lot of lazy women just want a man who is already a finished product,” Fatboy said. He added that at worst, the detractors of Makula’s house-for-wife proposition argue that she and her ilk are proponents of prostitution in disguise, telling women to sell their bodies for houses. Exchanging legs for houses does not sound like the ideal relationship.

Nepal's grim DNA puzzle to identify flood dead

Nepal was overwhelmed by the sheer scale of destruction from the tsunami-like wall of freezing water and debris triggered by a glacial and rock collapse on the Nepal-China border on August 26.

Museveni roots for geriatrician in every district, law to protect elderly

On economic empowerment, the President defended the inclusion of older persons in the Parish Development Model (PDM), despite concerns raised by some parish officials about their ability to repay loans.

Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency

Under new rules that will come into effect in stages, foreign residents wishing to stay in Japan permanently will have to prove their annual income is above average and they can carry casual conversations in Japanese.

NIRA launches app to track ID service complaints

“If someone keeps tossing you up and down, you will download the NIRA app from PlayStore or from Apple Store,” Kisembo said on the second day of the three-day My Identity Expo and Symposium 2026 at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds.

Why teenagers need to update their NIRA records

Children can have their details captured in the national register through school registration, but national identity cards are issued to eligible citizens from the age of 16.