OP-ED Archives

ANDREW MWENDA: Why govt decision on Speke Munyonyo convention centre has been the best

The hostility to the Munyonyo project is mostly driven by “nugu” (envy). Many Ugandans feel unhappy when they see a Ugandan doing...

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OPINION: 4-Acre Model will be game changer for Northern Uganda

President Yoweri Museveni during his campaigning rally for the NRM candidate, Samuel Engola Junior in the Oyam North Parliamentary By-elections emphasized creating...

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When DNA testing impacts family bonds: The Need for Government Regulation

DNA testing, once uncommon, has now become popular among men, several of whom are driven by doubts and curiosity, and are eager...

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Embrace the use of family planning after childbirth

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Imposter syndrome: The fear of being exposed as deceptive

Impostor syndrome, also known as impostor phenomenon or impostorism, is a psychological occurrence in which people doubt their skills, talents

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OP-ED: Now with our Anti-gay Law, we can ignore the West

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OP-ED: ONC Boss Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye is a true reflection of NRM ideology

Hajjat Namyalo’s character of truly being closer to the people, and most especially being honest, respectful, approachable and reachable when they need...

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Mainstream accessible policies for meaningful participation for PWDs

As a first step towards inclusion and meaningful participation, accessibility to all mainstream policies, systems, and services is a crucial factor that...

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Nutrition and Mental Health: The Relationship

The nervous system is a determinant of an individual’s mental capacity. The provision of adequate nutrients required for its development is vital...

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Why African sentiment is favouring Ukraine over Russia

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Why Minister Kitutu needs to enrol for an Administrative Officers’ Law Course

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OPINION: Why the RDC office should be trimmed

The 2022/2023 salary structure indicates that each RDC bags home a monthly salary of UGX 2,293,200 and the deputy UGX 1,282,369. The...

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FRED MUWEMA: Supreme Court decision in HAM VS DTB is against the public policy of Uganda

The Supreme Court generally mishandled the Ham vs DTB Civil Appeal No. 13/2021 when it delivered its judgment on the 6h of...

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The Tale Of Ugandan Nurses: Why Nurses are intending to leave their profession

Sub-Saharan Africa faces significant healthcare workforce challenges with 50.74% of nurses intending to leave their profession (Ayalew et al. 2021)

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DNA testing: When the truth hurts and why many women won’t go to heaven

For many men, the coming of DNA testing to Kampala is the best thing to happen to them, ever since sliced bread!...

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ALIBAWA SAIRE: The unforetold end of humility

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Water, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development: Safeguarding our Future

Rising global temperatures intensify evaporation rates, leading to increased drought conditions in many regions.

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The controversy behind creation of new Luuka Central Constituency

On 30th May 2023, the Luuka District Council passed a controversial unpopular resolution to create a new constituency called Luuka Central.

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Short Courses back on the road with long term benefits

Common short courses that are currently on demand include Administrative Law offered by Makerere University through the College of Education and External...

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