There is fear and anxiety as some of the education institutions across the country propose early closure of this term over rising food prices. The Monitor found out that many schools; both private and government-aided, are facing food shortages. The cost of food items such as maize flour, soap, matooke, Irish potatoes, […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the Greater Horn of Africa is experiencing one of the worst hunger crises of the last 70 years. More than 37 million people are facing acute hunger, with approximately seven million children under the age of five acutely malnourished in the region. […]
The government is set to mobilize Sh300bn for mass production of food crops to address food insecurity in the country. This has been revealed by the Minister for ICT and National Guidance Dr. Chris Baryomunsi while addressing journalists at the Uganda Media Center. The minister said several parts of the […]
By Bill Oketch & Santo Ojok Starvation caused by a food shortage has disrupted learning at several schools across the Lango Sub-region. School authorities and local leaders say many school-going children are being forced to abscond from classes due to hunger as they have to help their families in the […]
By Ritah Kemigisa and Michael kakumirizi A man only identified as Kawalaata by nickname has collapsed at the new taxi park due to suspected hunger. According to colleagues, he has been earning from carrying people’s luggage. The Shawuriyako A leader, Yusuf Lwanga says he last met Kawalaata yesterday who complained […]
