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Priscilla Akora (C), Head of Marketing and Communications at PostBank, Frank Kalinzi (2nd L), Head of Bancassurance, and other PostBank Uganda staff handing over food and essential supplies to Sister Monica (right) at Teresa Ministries in Najjanankumbi in recognition of the upcoming Easter Season. The donation was made today, 10th April 2025, as part of the bank's corporate social agenda under the humanitarian support pillar.

PostBank Uganda extends Easter support to vulnerable children

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

Priscilla Akora (C), Head of Marketing and Communications at PostBank, Frank Kalinzi (2nd L), Head of Bancassurance, and other PostBank ...

Despite their hard work, they earn meager wages, with most receiving only UGX 500 per plate sold. On average, their daily pay ranges between UGX 4,000 and UGX 5,000, an amount barely enough to sustain them and their families. Yet, their struggles go unnoticed.

The Unseen Price of Survival: Uganda’s Female Food Hawkers Face Abuse, Poverty, and Heartache

by MUSA MBOGO | REPORTER

Despite their hard work, they earn meager wages, with most receiving only UGX 500 per plate sold. On average, their ...

Mike Omuodo is a pan-African Public Relations and Communications expert based in Nairobi, Kenya.

MIKE OMUODO: Perennial War in DRC is a Scorn at Africa’s sovereignty

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

Mike Omuodo is a pan-African Public Relations and Communications expert based in Nairobi, Kenya. NAIROBI —A phone vibration drew my ...

A university student turned male sex worker shares his story, revealing he entered the trade to support his girlfriend's lavish lifestyle, after her demands became overwhelming

How Unemployment is Driving Young Men in Uganda to Male Sex Work

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

A university student turned male sex worker shares his story, revealing he entered the trade to support his girlfriend's lavish ...

A Ugandan witchdoctor burns down his shrine after winning UGX 200M in sports betting, marking a new chapter in his life.

Ugandan Witchdoctor Burns Shrine After Winning UGX 200M in Sports Betting

A Ugandan witchdoctor burns down his shrine after winning UGX 200M in sports betting, marking a new chapter in his ...

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