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in Community & Opinion, Family, Friends and Relationships, gaming, Identity & Culture, Journalism and Media, Law, Crime and Justice, Politics and Government, Sports and FitnessWRONG PLACE, RIGHT MAN: The Tragic Last Sprint of Rugby Star Sydney Gongodyo
He left home to represent Uganda. Hours later, a mob beat him to death for a crime he didn’t commit. This is the story of Sydney Gongodyo—and the country’s shame […] More
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My Career in Media and The Wage Debate In Uganda
In logical terms, 50,000/Ugx is about 13.5$ which is average one hour pay internationally (I may be wrong). In the Ugandan scenario, the paperwork will state that you are being […] More
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#RolexInIndia Part 1: Entebbe – Mumbai – Goa [Assisted by ChatGPT Voice Chat Bot]
This Mumbai – Goa travel post was written with the assistance of the ChatGPT App Voice Chat Bot Transcribing Feature. Some editing was done to help with flow. Rolex Ghee […] More
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Ugandan Radio Stations vs Local Music
In 2013, Radio and Weasel were nominated for the BET Awards, and Ugandans celebrated the nomination. Some radios (read urban radios, too cool for local) were picking up their music […] More
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THE KATIKKIRO, MY JJAJJA AND INDIRECT SPEECH IN BUGANDA
My grandmother, Mary Kigongo was a proud, strong and independent-minded woman. When I say strong, I mean really strong. In my Primary school days, during third term holidays when we […] More
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The Money Shot, Amy Heydenrych
This is one of the stories that came out of the Writivism 2014, a project of the Centre for African Cultural Excellence, with the assistance of several partner organisations, which identifies, trains and engages […] More
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in Business and Entrepreneurship, Fiction, Finance, Markets and Economics, Identity & Culture, Journalism and Media, Music and Dance, Podcasts, Travel and Adventure, Writing and Literature#HustleTales Podcast Ep 09: Shadreck Chikoti – Story Club FM and Malawi’s Creative Economy
Welcome to the ninth episode of the #HustleTales podcast. With this podcast, we are focusing on telling the stories of African entrepreneurs and professionals, the hurdles they have jumped […] More
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in Family, Friends and Relationships, Identity & Culture, Journalism and Media, Movies and Television, Visual Art, Writing and Literature#MuwadoSADCtour Stories from Zimbabwe
As part of the #MuwadoSADCtour, we are meeting up with storytellers and ordinary people to get their creative journeys and life stories. We are a platform of stories so […] More
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IF TIME MAGAZINE HAD OFFICES IN UGANDA…
Fred Enanga’s rounded cheeks, disaffected gaze and mild baritone that sounds like the groan of a distant tractor on a farm would’ve dominated the airwaves and newsprint this weekend as […] More
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Are we losing professional journalism practice in Uganda to social media and moonlighting?
Are we losing professional journalism practice in Uganda to social media and moonlighting? It is increasingly becoming difficult to find journalists living up to their expectations in Uganda. […] More
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VOTER SUPPRESSION AND PUBLIC TRUST OF ELECTION IN AFRICA
By Dorcas Katembo Kayombo and Deborah Nkhoma Elections in the African region are a cornerstone of democracy, under which citizens can express their opinions and contribute to shaping the future […] More
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Moi, monsieur et moi, je veux regarder et comprendre Théâtre #KITF2015
Yesterday, the second edition of The Kampala International Theatre Festival kicked off at the National theatre. First item on the programme was a cocktail in the National Theatre foyer where […] More
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Let’s Fight Online Violence Against Women In Politics
In June 2020, the Electoral Commission declared ‘scientific’ elections in Uganda. Political aspirants were forced to use digital spaces for campaigning. Unfortunately, women were compelled to operate in brutal spaces […] More
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Rising Above the Waters: Kampala Communities Lead Flood Solutions
In October 2023, Kampala’s neighborhoods once again drowned under torrential rains. Streets turned to rivers, homes collapsed, and over 5,000 families were displaced, according to the Uganda Red Cross. In […] More
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International Queer Activist Sokari Ekine speaks on the current LGBT efforts in Botswana and Africa.
This interview below was conducted by Queer Pride Botswana (QPBW) and international award-winning Queer activist, photographer and blogger Sokari Ekine. In it, Ekine speaks to QPBW about the need for […] More
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PEN AND VOICE: A PRESS, JOURNALISM FOR OUR PLANET NEEDED IN THE FACE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CRISIS
Pen and voice are two jointed weapons that have been used for centuries to liberate Man and Homo sapiens from dictatorial rulers. Together they are more powerful than the gun, […] More
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in Journalism and Media, Law, Crime and Justice, Minorities and People with Disabilities, Politics and Government, War and ConflictShadows of Sanctuary: The Unraveling Security of Bweyale Under Kiryandongo’s Refugee Settlement Weight
In the heart of Uganda’s Kiryandongo District, where the Kampala-Gulu highway hums with trade and travel, lies Bweyale Town, a bustling hub overshadowed by the sprawling Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement. By […] More
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Reporters, take charge of how much violence you’re exposed to for your mental health.
Dear reporters, take charge of how much violence you’re exposed to [I know most of it is out of your control] but please do it for you, those you love […] More
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