In Brief

Mar 19, 2002

Children die:MOROTO — Over 150 per 1,000 children born in Moroto district do not live up to one year, a Karamoja based “Child and Nutrition” report has indicated. It indicates, however, that Uganda’s average infant mortality rate has fallen fro

Children dieMOROTO — Over 150 per 1,000 children born in Moroto district do not live up to one year, a Karamoja based “Child and Nutrition” report has indicated. It indicates, however, that Uganda’s average infant mortality rate has fallen from 120 children per 1,000 in 1988 to 81 per 1,000 children, currently.-----RDC saysYUMBE — The deputy DC, Henry Ringakech, has said the Government and the Uganda National Rescue Front Part two (UNRFII) are committed to peace. He said the former rebels had reached a peaceful settlement with the Government to return home and participate in developing the area.-----Bad drivingLIRA —The Police Commander, Godfrey Aropet, has attributed the increasing number of road accidents in the district to reckless driving. He said most drivers in the area defy traffic regulations, causing accidents. He said Police would take action.

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