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Using a descriptive phenomenological approach, Olimporera conducted in-depth interviews with nine mothers at a national referral hospital. What emerged were stories marked by shock, confusion, and fear.
In Uganda men have dominated the sports media landscape, representing approximately 75 to 85% of sports journalists, with women making up only 15 to 25%. Aheebwa highlights that sports journalism is “traditionally seen as a male domain” in Uganda, which has limited women’s entry and growth in this field. Female reporters often cover less prominent sports and have fewer opportunities to headline major events or gain editorial leadership roles.
According to the research, a significant number of students are unable to consistently access all required online materials or participate fully in virtual sessions due to unreliable internet and high data tariffs. One final-year student explained, “I have to wait until late at night for cheaper data bundles, but by then I am too tired to concentrate on the recorded lectures. Sometimes, I miss quizzes because the network is poor.”
On the flip side, when prices drop, there’s a moment of relief for students. It eases the financial burden, allowing them to allocate funds more freely. Lower prices contribute to a sense of financial stability, positively influencing students’ spending habits.
Gerald Emmanuel Abura, president of the para-counsellor association pursuing a bachelor of social works and social administration, is one such friend. After a female classmate was humiliated for staining her skirt, he came up with the ‘Pad a Girl’ initiative to tackle such situations for the poor girls who cannot afford to buy sanitary towels.
UCU Lady Cardinals gaffer Collines Ahumuza is one of the 24 participants taking part in the ongoing CAF B Diploma Coaching course at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Were it not for charity, Waiswa Moses might not have made it to university studies. His twin sister, Namukose Babirye, temporarily put a halt to education after sitting her Senior Four exams because their single mother, Namugabu Jaliat, a market vendor, could not afford the school fees.
Former UCU Angel Haniisha Muhameed was named Man of the Match during her first start at Surrey Storm.
The wait for basketball action is over, and business and action will start on Friday, January 26, when the first round of the 2024 National Basketball League will finally tip off.
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