Why Ugandans continue to suffer despite heavy investment in roads
The road accident prevalence in Uganda is one of the highest in the world, with many pointing at the few and poor state of our roads as a key factor. …
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Taming the economics of sugar planting that are threatening security in Busoga sub-region
Sugarcane growing in Busoga sub-region is a huge economic activity. However, fears abound of how ‘excessive’ sugarcane planting is posing a threat to food security. As such, authorities have stepped …
Read MorePart IV: When “inclusive education” approach excludes children with disabilities
The government’s approach of inclusiveness to education for all children of school-going age is an applicable one. However, STEPHEN SSENKAABA reveals the contradictions that have kept many children with disabilities …
Read MorePart III: Is it jungle life for children with disabilities?
A lot of concern has been raised about the welfare of children with disabilities, especially in regard to access to education. In the third part of this series, STEPHEN SSENKAABA …
Read MorePart II: Children with disabilities shunned by both teachers and society
Children with disabilities have for a long time had a problem having access to education in Uganda. As STEPHEN SSENKAABA writes, more trained teachers are walking away from schools that …
Read MorePart I: Children with disabilities left out of Universal Primary Education
Since the Universal Primary Education (UPE) was introduced in 1997, eight million children have been able to access primary education. However, only a handful of children with disabilities have been …
Read MoreOil vs agriculture: Walking a tight rope ahead
Agriculture is still considered Uganda’s back bone sector. As the country moves towards oil production – another key sector – questions abound on how the two will co-exist. Daily Monitor’s …
Read MoreWhy going to university may not bring an oil job: Part II
As interest continues to grow in the oil and gas sector, several institutions of higher learning are coming up with courses they publicise as relevant to the sector. However, experts warn of manipulation …
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