June 19
Uganda: Emyooga Cash Changes Fortunes for Tororo Women
In Bukedi Region, women have traditionally faced various socio-economic challenges, including limited access to financial resources and opportunities for growth but through… Read more »
Uganda: Shs960m Facility to Skill Women Working At Kiteezi Dumping Site
Kiteezi Samaritan, a non-government organization that helps uplifts the standards of people working at Kiteezi dumping site in Wakiso district is set to construct a shs960 million… Read more »
Uganda: TikTok Wannabe Arrested Over Malicious Leak of Woman's 'Nudes'
Police at CPS in Kampala have arrested Denis Nsubuga, a TikToker popularly known as Denno Official, over cyber stalking and distributing ponograhic materials. Read more »
June 12
Uganda: Men's Mental Health Month Shines Light On Silent Struggles
June is Men's Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by men. Despite societal progress in addressing mental… Read more »
June 06
Uganda: Nakaseke - Over 400 Women Trained to Preach Govt's Grow Project Gospel
Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises Project (GROWTH) is a government's initiative being implemented by Ministry of Gender Labour and Social… Read more »
June 05
Uganda: Four Women Adjust Their Skirts to Wrestle Nanyondo in Bukamansimbi
In a political arena, opportunists take drums in the rain and dance vigorously to its beats. And the moment it the thick clouds hanging loosely over the Bukomansimbi Woman MP seat… Read more »
June 04
Uganda: Martyrs Day - EOC's Bishop Kibuuka Talk Tough Against Corruption, Homosexuality
The chairperson of Christian Ecumenical Council of Uganda (CECU) who also doubles as the presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Orthodox Church in Uganda Jacinto Kibuuka has condemned… Read more »
May 30
Uganda: Increasing Fistula Cases Worry Health Ministry
Ministry of Health officials have expressed concern over the increasing number of women with fistula. Read more »
May 21
Uganda: MPs Concerned Over Male, Female Suspects Sharing Police Cells
Legislators sitting on the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament are concerned that in this era there are police stations where both female and male suspected are being detained… Read more »
May 20
Uganda: Police Hunt Killer After Rwandan Woman Found Murdered in Luwero Guest House
A Rwandan woman has been found murdered in a guest house in Luwero, Uganda, and police are searching for the suspect. Read more »
May 17
Uganda: Susan Amero - Amuria Woman MP Tired of 'Mess in Politics', Retiring
Amero cites 'messy politics' as reason for exit after three terms in office Read more »
May 15
Uganda: Angry Woman Confiscates Census Tablet Over Enumerator's Debt
Ms Jennifer Awori, a fish dealer based at Kisima II Island on Lake Victoria in Jinja City East, pounced on 34-year-old Annette Kibekityo, who owed her money. Read more »
April 23
Uganda: How MDAs Have Performed Over Past Five Year
In a momentous development today, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has disclosed its findings on the compliance of Budget Estimates and Ministerial Policy Statements with… Read more »
April 11
Uganda: Parliament Wants in-House Salon For Women Lawmakers
Women legislators have demanded that Parliament sets up a salon for their regular needs. Read more »
March 29
Uganda: Ugandan MP Calls for Women's Inclusion in Climate Change Policy
Ahead of World Environment Day, Ugandan Member of Parliament Christine Nakimwero Kaaya emphasizes the critical need for women's voices in climate policy-making. Her statement comes… Read more »
March 26
Uganda: Self-Care Tips for Busy Modern Career Women
In today's fast-paced world, modern career women often find themselves juggling multiple roles and responsibilities. Read more »
Uganda: Screening and Early Detection for Women's Health
Women's health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet many common ailments can have a significant impact if not detected and treated early. Read more »
March 15
Uganda: New Study Highlights Status of Women At Work in Uganda
BrighterMonday Uganda in partnership with the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Uganda announced the publication of their first edition of the status report titled, "Women… Read more »
March 14
Uganda: Woman, Granddaughter Found Dead in Masese Home
Kevin Kwagala and her 10-year-old Kevin Kasowole were last seen on Tuesday. Read more »
March 08
Uganda: Opposition Women MPs Demand for More Shelters to Curb GBV
Opposition female legislators have asked the government to urgently construct more shelters to accommodate victims of gender-based violence with more interest on women and girls… Read more »
Uganda: 33% of Uganda's Women Believe Husbands Have Right to Beat Them
The UN in Uganda is urging the government to prioritize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those focusing on women's empowerment. This follows the release of the… Read more »
February 20
Rwanda: Victoire Ingabire - I'm Ready to Challenge Kagame in July Polls
Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza has said she will challenge Paul Kagame in the July 15 vote should she gain her political freedom next month. Read more »
December 08, 2023
Uganda: UNDP Awards Gender Equality Champions in the Private Sector
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Private Sector Foundation of Uganda (PSFU) have rewarded companies in the private sector for championing gender equality. Read more »
December 04, 2023
Uganda: UNDP, Agriculture Ministry Join Forces to Empower Women in Karamoja
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and the India-Brazil-South Africa Fund, have launched the Karamoja green belt… Read more »
November 27, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's Kaheru Appointed Deputy Director for Canadian Based Women's Rights Organisation
Uganda's Jemimah Kaheru assumes the role of Deputy Director - Human Resources at the Association for Women's Rights in Development (AWID) from December 1, 2023. Read more »