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A recent study by Agalo Suzan Pompilla (2025), conducted at Uganda Christian University, reveals that the radio programme played a significant role in persuading hundreds of LRA fighters to surrender. Her thesis, “The Contribution of Radio Journalism to the Return Home of LRA Fighters”, documents how Dwog Cen Paco applied culturally grounded communication, blending peace messages with rituals such as Mato Oput and Nyono Tong Gweno that symbolise reconciliation in Acholi culture.
According to the research, many single parents are unable to consistently provide basic necessities such as food, school fees, clothing and healthcare. One mother interviewed explained, “When my husband left, I had to become both mother and father. I sell vegetables in the market, but the money is never enough. My children sometimes go to school without lunch.
.The petition centres on the reinstatement of Elomaboni, who had previously been vetted out by both the School of Law Faculty Vetting Committee and the Joint Board Vetting Committee over concerns about the authenticity of his baptism and confirmation documents, key requirements for contesting the Guild Presidency under UCU regulations.
While the memo did not specify the grounds for Elobaboni’s disqualification, Asunta confirmed in a telephone interview that the decision followed the joint board vetting process, during which Elobaboni failed to present proof of confirmation in the Anglican Church.
The week features free late library registration, a book display of new and rare collections, writing coaching, AI ethics workshops, faculty visits, e-resource training, dissertation e-submission clinics and an AI debate scheduled for Friday at 2pm in the Learning Commons.
he second graduating group comprised 22 students with first-class honours (12 women and 10 men), along with nine PhD recipients. Of the 568 graduates, 320 were male and 248 were female. Many began their studies while the university was closed, attending classes online.
Nakitte recounts that around 9 p.m, while she was with the custodian of Precious Hostel, they received a phone call enquiring whether they knew Murungi. It was then that they learned of the tragic crash that claimed the lives of both students.
According to a memo issued by the Guild Government of UCU Kampala Campus, Namirembe’s accident occurred near Eagles Nest Primary School. The memo confirmed that she was serving as a Justice of the Guild Tribunal.
Uganda Christian University (UCU) last weekend brought together hundreds of students, staff, alumni, and well-wishers for the 2025 edition of its annual Tuition Run, held under the theme “Hope in Every Stride”.
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