President Museveni wants refugees to farm instead of just receiving aid packages. He met with World Food Programme officials at State House to discuss how refugees can grow their food and make money. Uganda hosts nearly two million refugees from neighboring countries. According to the president, these settlements take up lots of space but aren't organized well for efficient farming.
The president suggested creating compact refugee villages that would free up land for large-scale agriculture. He pointed to Nakivale Settlement, which covers 71 square miles, as an example of land that could produce plenty of crops with proper planning. Museveni explained that many refugees share ethnic ties with Ugandans because colonial borders split...
Life has changed for women across Karamoja, Uganda. They once walked miles for dirty water full of animal waste. These days, Israeli solar technology pumps clean water from deep underground into massive tanks. The system serves about 3,000 people, with each family receiving around 600 liters daily. Innovation Africa brought this life-changing tech to the dry region where water problems caused serious health issues.
Health improved dramatically after the water arrived. People stopped suffering from cholera, diarrhea, typhoid, and skin rashes. Animals also benefit since they have separate water points instead of sharing contaminated sources with humans. Education saw amazing changes because children previously missed school when they...
Uganda plans to spend 27 billion shillings counting students across all schools nationwide. The First Lady, Janet Museveni, launched this education census on April 3 in Jinja. Officials want accurate student numbers to eliminate fake learners that schools create for government money. The Uganda Bureau of Statistics started collecting data on April 7 in Greater Kampala before moving to other regions. UBOS spokesperson Didacus Okoth confirmed the 27 billion cost yesterday.
Some people questioned why the government didn't just use recent population census data instead. Okoth explained they needed exact student counts from every school, not household estimates. Education Minister Joyce Moriku Kaducu said the census will gather information...
Western nations have called on South Sudan leaders to start direct talks between President Kiir and First Vice President Machar. The United States, European countries, and the EU delegation shared their worries about ongoing violence across the nation. They want political prisoners freed to help ease tensions between rival groups. Their joint statement expressed alarm at continued fighting and peace agreement violations throughout the country.
These foreign missions urged South Sudan officials to restart peace monitoring meetings that were put off earlier. They specifically asked President Kiir to stop making decisions alone that might harm the 2018 peace deal. Kiir has fired and appointed state governors without following the proper...
The man who caused all South Sudanese passport holders to lose their US visas has finally landed in Juba. Makula Kintu, a Congolese national, touched down yesterday at 1:30 PM. Officials from both South Sudan's government and the American Embassy welcomed him with VIP treatment at the airport. Immigration chiefs and foreign affairs directors greeted him upon arrival. The American diplomatic team also showed up for his reception.
South Sudan's government changed its mind after twice refusing to accept Kintu. They asked the US to cancel the mass visa cancellations that followed their earlier rejections. The powerful vice president, Benjamin Bol Mel, expressed regret about previously denying entry to Kintu, also known as Nimeri Garang...
Gulu University leader, Professor George Openjuru Laddaa, told students they need to keep learning throughout life. He stressed that ongoing education helps students adapt to career changes. The professor shared these thoughts during his speech at a three-day Career Expo event. This gathering was put together through teamwork between FAWE Uganda, Gulu University, and the Mastercard Foundation.
Professor Openjuru pushed students to pick up fresh skills like artificial intelligence, online learning, and professional connections. Betty Aol Ocan, who represents Gulu City women, praised FAWE Uganda for helping disadvantaged students in rural areas. She asked former scholarship winners who had finished school to help other needy kids access...
St. Jude Primary School has major infrastructure problems that affect its 550+ students. Since opening in 2014, the Kabale District School has struggled with classroom shortages, missing desks, and poor toilets. More than 200 kids sit on floors during lessons, making learning tough.
Eliab Naturinda Mporera stepped up with a generous gift of 20 million Ugandan shillings, 50 desks, and 20 cement bags. He decided to help after school leaders told him about their urgent needs. Naturinda asked his friends to pitch in as well after seeing unsafe buildings that put children at risk.
Head girl Abigail Ahorimukama described the awful conditions - overcrowded classrooms without proper flooring where fleas breed, desk shortages, and no meals for...
South Sudan army chiefs have cracked down on unauthorized gun carrying among soldiers. The military top brass announced Wednesday that security personnel can't walk around with firearms unless they have proper papers from headquarters. Only those with official mission orders can carry weapons.
Anyone caught breaking these rules will have their guns taken away, and depending on the severity of their offense, they'll also face punishment. The Defense Force leader, General Paul Nang Majok, didn't stop at military personnel either—he ordered all civilians with guns to register them right away.
Local leaders, including traditional chiefs, must oversee this gun registration process. Once people finish registering, they can return to their...
A Nairobi motorbike rider named John Wambui has been secretly feeding street children twice every week for four years. He finds cash from online creators and friends to cook hot meals for kids hanging around Thika Road's Globe Roundabout.
Wambui knows street life firsthand because he was an orphan. He serves up home-cooked meals like chapati, meat, potatoes, and stew to help kids escape tough circumstances. Beyond food, he helps rehabilitate children by counseling them and even sponsoring education for some.
His mission goes deeper than just feeding hungry kids. Wambui pushes cleanliness, discipline, and personal growth. He's helped several street children find jobs, return to school, and rebuild their lives after hardship.
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