Category: Gender
U.S. Embassy and SHONA Group’s AWE program empowers women entrepreneurs in Uganda, graduating 99 and transforming lives
BY MOLLY KAMAKUNE From Fort Portal City, Arua City, and Kampala, the U.S. Embassy collaborated with Shona last week, on 9th February, to host the ... Read More
Diana Murungi: A rising star in a male-dominated realm of FIFA refereeing
BY; BETTY MUJUNGU Diana Murungi; A determined 29-year-old, female from Fort Portal City, making waves in the world of sports as a FIFA referee since ... Read More
Empowered Voices: Women leaders in Fort Portal City challenge norms to combat gender-based violence
BY: HOPE LEONTINA. IN the heart of Fort Portal city, a remarkable narrative of resilience and leadership is unfolding as women have spent decades defying ... Read More
Anifah: From GBV survivor to Women’s freedom and Empowerment champion in Bunyoro region
BY: BETTY MUJUNGU. In the vibrant heart of Hoima City, a captivating scene unfolds each morning, centered on the indomitable Ms Kabagaya Paulline Anifah, a ... Read More
How a 21-year-old girl faces injustice and community stigma after reporting rape.
BY MOLLY KAMAKUNE Amooti Sarah, a 21-year-old resident of Fort Portal City (not her real name), tragically became a victim of gender-based violence during ... Read More
How empowered mothers in Fort Portal City, Kabarole district are using Kitchen gardening initiatives in homes to combat malnutrition.
BY: BETTY MUJUNGU An increasing number of households in Fort Portal City and Kabarole district are embracing the concept of kitchen gardening to combat the ... Read More
Breaking Barriers: Fort Portal city women defying norms and accelerating success in the male-dominated world of motorcycle riding
BY; HOPE LEONTINA. In a Society where cultural norms often dictate that certain jobs and roles are reserved for men, Ms. Asiimwe Margret has shattered ... Read More