Caritas Uganda has launched a Month of Environment Action aimed at protecting and conserving the environment. Speaking at a press conference, Rev. Fr. Hillary Muhengango, the National Director of Caritas Uganda, called upon the government to enact a law on wetlands and consolidate various provisions to protect wetlands in the country. Uganda is currently preparing to mark World Environment Day on 5th June 2024 in Sironko District.

Limited access to information about sexual and reproductive health among adolescents has been blamed for fueling poor uptake of health products vital for shielding them against contracting chronic diseases especially sexually transmitted infections. A case in point is the low uptake of dose-2 of the Human Papilloma Virus – Vaccine among teenage girls, due hesitations from both adolescents and their parents or caregivers.

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Interest in culture, creatives, and performing arts has surged due to their employment opportunities and significant contributions to sustainable economic development. As digitalization expands its global reach, the arts present vast investment potential in Uganda. This discussion features artist Daniel Kazibwe (aka Raggae Dee) and Music Business Consultant Emma Carlos exploring the arts industry's consideration in government budgeting. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

Obstetric fistula is the most common obstetric problem in low- and middle-income countries where maternal care is inaccessible. Dr. Rony Bahatungire, Commissioner of Clinical Services at the Ministry of Health, provided further insights into the situation on #MorningAtNTV #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

In 1972, the UN General Assembly designated June 5 as World Environment Day (WED), with the first celebration in 1973 under the slogan “Only One Earth.” Over the years, WED has become a platform to raise awareness about environmental issues such as air and plastic pollution. The 2024 edition will focus on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, marking the 30th anniversary of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). To talk about Uganda's efforts to protect the environment we hosted Francis Ogwal, Senior Manager of Environment at NEMA. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

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Police have confirmed the arrest of two suspected criminals who attacked a 40-year-old along Ben Kiwanuka Street in Kampala. Using a side kick to disable their targets, the suspects robbed the victim of 450,000/= before leaving him unconscious. Patrick Onyango, the Kampala Metropolitan Spokesperson, stated that the two suspects will assist the police in ongoing investigations to crackdown on such criminals.

Ministry of Works And Transport has constructed a regional materials testing laboratory in Nadunget sub- county Moroto District which is aimed at providing material testing and quality control services to the construction industry in Karamoja Sub region. The laboratory commissioning was officiated by the state minister for works Musa Echeru and witnessed by the minister for Karamoja Affairs Peter Lokeris, state minister for Karamoja affairs Florence Namboozo and other dignitaries.

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The government has set its sights on making Uganda a leading Business Process Outsourcing hub in Africa by leveraging its technological and digital transformation. This was announced at a recent Business Process Outsourcing consultative meeting in Jinja, where government officials, private sector leaders, and industry experts gathered to discuss the country's business potential. At the meeting, Richard Gulume, the Jinja Resident District Commissioner, emphasized the urgency of embracing technology to transform Uganda's economy. With a pool of 239,000 skilled young people and 144,000 English-speaking talents, Uganda is well-positioned to capture a significant share of the global IT-enabled services market. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

Security, compulsory education, and the construction of modern schools are the key issues that the government should emphasize to lift the Karamoja region from underdevelopment. According to Minister of Karamoja Affairs Peter Lokeris, robust security in the area will eliminate excuses for not executing development projects. Lokeris, accompanied by State Minister Jennifer Namboozo, met with local government leaders from nine districts in the Karamoja region. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

A State House Health Monitoring Unit team, overseeing health services in Busoga region, is shocked by poor conditions at local health centers. Dr. Elijah Semanda, assistant director of the unit, reveals dismay at Mpumudde Health Center: patients queued at 9 am with no staff available for service. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

Police in Masindi District are hunting for their colleague accused of shooting a suspect dead. The incident occurred at the Kinenabuhere trading center in Kitamba Parish, Bwijanga Sub-county, on Wednesday, around 10 p.m. Police have identified the deceased as Ronald Asiimwe, while the suspect on the run is Police Constable Eugine Ssenono, who was attached to Bwijanga Police Post. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition Subscribe to Our Channel For more news visit http://www.ntv.co.ug Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ntvuganda Connect with us on Messenger via m.me/NTVUganda

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The newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba, and the Assistant Inspector General of Police, James Ochaya, underwent vetting by the Parliament's Appointment Committee chaired by Speaker Annet Anita Among.

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