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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.
Students must also be aware of financial traps, which range from mobile loans to “buy now, pay later” schemes. A student who understands how money works can anticipate these pitfalls and take the safer and better route.
The graduation took place at UCU’s main campus in Mukono and celebrated students who had successfully finished the 12-week programme.
UCU got off to a promising start, with captain Ibanda Lwabanga knocking down a three-pointer and Joel Kayiira adding six early points, leading the Mukono side to a 15–11 advantage at the end of the first quarter.
UCU started off with a strong lead, scoring 24 points against Nabisunsa’s 11 in the first quarter. Sylvia Nakituuka opened the score with a three-point shot. Despite missing a couple of layups and jump shots, Nakituuka’s 11 first-quarter points gave the Lady Canons an early upper hand.
UCU Lady Canons 57 – 64 KIU Rangers By Michael Ainomugisha. Uganda Christian University (UCU)…
“To me, this is the most elite sports programme in the country. It’s very professional, focusing on the full development of the athlete,” sports journalist and UCU Alumni Ian Asabo says.
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