Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has given the Minister of Finance a strict two-week ultimatum to secure funds and resume works on the rapidly deteriorating Mityana–Mubende–Kyegegwa–Kyenjojo road, describing the corridor as urgently in need of rehabilitation.

“When His Excellency appointed me to represent him, he offered me his helicopter to facilitate my travel here. However, after learning about the poor condition of the Mityana–Mubende–Kyegegwa–Kyenjojo road, I decided to travel by road to see the situation for myself. It is clear that the road urgently needs rehabilitation,” Among said during a site visit.

She revealed that she instructed the Finance Minister, who accompanied her during the 30th coronation Anniversary of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom to ensure that funds are secured within two weeks so that work can begin immediately. “I expect no further delays. The people of this region deserve a motorable road, and the government must act swiftly,” the Speaker added.

Middle this week, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja reassured Ugandans that the government is committed to fast-tracking the completion of both the Mubende–Fort Portal and Mubende–Kyenjojo roads, following prolonged delays.

“Energo got a number of challenges. When he was paid part of the money last month, he had to solve some of those challenges. The suppliers were on him—fuel, equipment, and other costs—so the money was used to clear those obligations,” Nabbanja explained.

She added that although works never fully stopped, progress had been very slow. “He has been working, but at a low pace. This week or next week, he will receive another cohort of money. With this money, he is going to receive around Shs50 billion, and it will push him to some level. That I can promise,” the Prime Minister said.

Nabbanja recalled that President Yoweri Museveni had previously directed the Cabinet to prioritise the Mubende road corridor during his July tour of Mubende, Mityana, and surrounding districts. “That is why the contractor was paid, and we are making sure resources are channelled accordingly,” she added.

On the Mubende–Kyenjojo road, Nabbanja said the Ministry of Works and Transport in-house engineering team will be deployed to carry out urgent forward maintenance. “We are going to use our in-house engineering services under the Ministry of Works. They are the same team that has just completed Jinja Road. The next area is Mubende–Kyenjojo, to at least do forward maintenance so that the road is motorable. I believe to some extent this will solve the problem,” she said.

The roads have long frustrated users, with potholes, incomplete sections, and muddy diversions worsening during rains. Transporters report soaring vehicle maintenance costs, while farmers in the Mubende–Kyenjojo belt say poor access has reduced their ability to take produce to markets in Kampala and western Uganda.

Local leaders in Mubende have accused contractors of abandoning worksites, while business owners warn that the poor state of the roads has disrupted trade and tourism in the region.

Government’s renewed pledge of Shs50 billion now raises hopes that stalled works will resume in earnest. However, Parliament has repeatedly raised broader concerns about inflated contracts and poor supervision across Uganda’s road sector, demanding stricter accountability to ensure value for money.

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I’m not good at talking about what happened before how I felt, the shame, the loneliness. But today, I speak because I want others like me to know there is hope. My name is Lydia, and this is my story.

The Beginning

I grew up in Gulu, in Northern Uganda. My parents died when I was very young, so I was raised by my grandmother. I worked hard selling small things at the market, helping at home but there was always something missing in me: confidence, dignity. I’d fallen in love, yes but every time, I believed I was unworthy.

When I was 21, I got married to a kind man: James. He had a good heart, he loved me. But very soon into the marriage, things changed. I had health issues I’d bleed at odd times, I was in constant pain but I was afraid. Afraid of doctors. Afraid of what people would say. I carried shame, thinking I’d done wrong.

The Struggle

The pain became too much. My husband tried to help; he took me to local clinics, but none could tell us clearly what was wrong. People whispered that I was cursed. Some said I had been unfaithful. Others avoided me.

I had lost hope that I’d ever be healthy. I lost hope that I could be a full wife, someone who is respected. I feared losing James but worse, I feared he might leave because of all this.

A Ray of Light: Masunga Doctors

One day, James heard of Masunga Doctors a trusted clinic in Northern Uganda that was known for helping women with problems just like mine, with respect, with care, not judgment. He insisted I go.

I remember entering their clinic, shaking, embarrassed. But the nurses and doctors greeted me gently. They asked me about every symptom, every fear. They didn’t blame me. They didn’t shame me. They listened.

After some tests, the diagnosis came: I had a gynecological condition that needed surgery. Without treatment, it would only worsen. At first, I was terrified. Surgery! But they explained everything clearly what would happen, what the risks were, how long recovery would take. They gave me hope.

Healing & Renewal

The surgery was successful. I recovered slowly, with the help of the kind staff at Masunga Doctors, with my husband’s unending support, and through prayer and rest. Each day I felt more like myself. The pain faded. The shame lifted. I regained strength.

My husband saw the old Lydia returning: the woman who can laugh without wincing; who can plan without fear of pain interrupting; who can look in the mirror and see dignity. He smiled at me again. Not just as his wife but as someone he deeply respects and loves.

What I Learned

• No one should suffer in silence. It took me forever to speak out not because there was no doctor, but because I was afraid of judgment. The kindness at Masunga Doctors showed me that there are spaces of compassion.
• Good, caring health care restores more than bodies. It restored my spirit.
• Support matters. My husband stood by me. So did the staff. Together they made a difference.

Today

Now, I stand before you whole again. I have a husband who loves me not just in the easy times, but in vulnerability. I have regained my joy. I work again at the market; I help my neighbors; I share this story so that no other woman believes she must bear pain alone.

Masunga Doctors gave me back not just my health but my confidence, my dignity, and my marriage. For that, I will forever be grateful.

Contact Masunga Doctors

If you are going through pain, heartbreak, or health challenges, don’t keep it to yourself. Reach out to Masunga Doctors for help.

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If you celebrate your birthday anytime in September, Masunga Doctors believe your life is shaped by a special blend of qualities your strengths, your challenges, and the path that is likely to unfold. Uganda, with its rich cultures, community values, and spiritual beliefs, paints a unique backdrop to what these traits might mean for you. Read on to learn how being born in September could influence your journey here in Uganda, what to watch out for, and how to make the most of your potentials.

Your Strengths, Gifts, and What You’re Naturally Good At

Being born in September in Uganda often means you carry a few hallmark qualities:

• Diligence and Order
  You tend to be someone who values discipline whether it’s in your work, in your education, or in your home. People respect you for always being on time, for doing what needs to be done, and for paying attention to detail. In a setting like Kampala, or any Ugandan town, this makes you reliable someone others can depend on.
• Helping and Serving Others
  There’s a strong sense of community in Uganda. If you were born in September, you likely feel fulfilled when helping your family, neighbours, or church members. You may volunteer, you may offer advice, or you may quietly support others in ways that are not flashy but deeply meaningful.
• Strong Moral Compass & Integrity
  Honesty matters to you. In a country where trust can sometimes be scarce, people born in September often stand out because of their integrity the way you keep your word, your reliability, your sense of fairness. These traits draw people to you and help you build lasting relationships, both personally and professionally.
• Ability to Plan & Build Slowly but Surely
  You are not one to go for shortcuts; instead, you prefer laying solid foundations. Whether it’s in business, farming, studies, or family life, you are methodical, persistent, and prepared to invest time and patience. This sometimes means your success builds steadily rather than explosively, but it often endures.

Challenges You Might Face What to Be Mindful Of

Every set of gifts comes with shadows. For those born in September, especially in Uganda’s social and economic landscape, these are some of the difficulties you may regularly encounter:

• Perfectionism
  Because you aim high and notice many details, you may often feel nothing you do is ever quite good enough. This can lead to frustration, self-blame, or even burnout especially when people around you don’t share your standards.
• Overthinking & Worry
  You may find yourself replaying situations what you said, what you did and wondering “what if.” In a setting where resources are constrained (time, money, networks), this mental load can weigh you down. Worry about the future children’s schooling, health costs, job security might distract you from enjoying the present.
• Difficulty Expressing Vulnerability
  In many Ugandan cultures, people born in September may feel pressured (or simply used to) appearing strong not showing fears, doubts, or uncertainties. While strength is admired, suppressing your vulnerabilities too much can isolate you.
• Carrying Too Many Responsibilities
  Because you are dependable, others may lean heavily on you family members, community, church, etc. You may take on too much perhaps more than is healthy and neglect your own rest and wellbeing.

How These Play Out in Everyday Life in Uganda

Here are some practical ways the strengths and challenges above might affect your life, especially in a Ugandan context:

• Career & Finances
  You may do especially well in roles that involve planning, administration, teaching, health services, research or any work that rewards reliability and precision. You might climb steadily through civil service, NGOs, or private sector roles that value consistency. Financially, you tend to save (sometimes overly so), prioritize stability, avoid risk, and work hard which can lead to long-term success, though you may sometimes miss opportunities because you’re cautious.
• Relationships & Family
  Relationships with partners and family tend to be loyal. You might express love through service: helping with chores, caring for elders, ensuring children are educated or well provided for. But you might struggle to express emotional needs or show vulnerability, which can leave others guessing.
• Health & Well-Being
  Stress, worry, and taking on too many duties can manifest physically: headaches, digestive issues, sleepless nights. Also, because of your high standards, when things go wrong you may not give yourself space to recover. Listening to your body, resting, moderate exercise (walking, dancing, practicing sports), and spending time in nature (e.g., the countryside, or forests) can help you reset.
• Spiritual & Personal Growth
  In Uganda many are spiritually rooted church, clan beliefs, traditional practices. Your path might include moments of spiritual awakening: feeling called to deeper service, seeking meaning beyond material success, or trying ways to “cleanse” or renew your spirit (prayer, retreats, ritual, etc.). Because of your analytical side, you may gravitate toward things you can verify or sense in your soul, rather than blind faith but you also have a quiet yearning for purpose, for alignment between what you do and who you want to be.

How to Walk Your Best Path Suggestions from Masunga Doctors

To make the most of being born in September, while navigating Uganda’s challenges, here are strategies you might embrace:

1. Practice Self-Compassion & Accept Imperfection
   Allow yourself room to make mistakes. Learn that “good enough” at times is enough. Celebrate small wins completing a project, helping someone, being consistent.
2. Set Healthy Boundaries
   Learn to say “no” when obligations are too heavy. Delegate when possible. Ensure you take time off rest, fun, relaxation so your mind and body can recover.
3. Express Emotions
   Share more of what’s going on inside with trusted friends, family, or mentors. This can lighten burdens you carry alone and deepen relational bonds.
4. Balance Planning with Spontaneity
   While your strength in organizing and thinking ahead is valuable, allow for moments of flexibility doing things for joy, exploring new experiences, being open to detours. This helps balance stress.
5. Engage in Purpose & Service
   Because helping others fulfills you, find volunteer roles, mentorship opportunities, or community projects that align with your values. Uganda has many community-led groups, church ministries, or local NGOs; your steady reliability can be a powerful asset.
6. Spiritual Renewal Practices
   Whether through church, meditation, retreats, traditional rituals, or time in nature, make space for renewal. Masunga Doctors would suggest using guided spiritual reflection, or rituals that respect both your inner life and your cultural/spiritual roots, to clear old patterns and align with where you feel called.

Final Thoughts: The Beauty of Being Born in September in Uganda

Being born in September here often means carrying a rare blend of strength: you are grounded, you are observant, you are reliable, you have a servant’s heart. Yes, you’ll confront challenges high expectations, inner criticism, maybe the feeling that you don’t belong in certain spaces or that you’re always working hard behind the scenes. But these very struggles can become the source of your growth, empathy, and leadership.

In Uganda’s rich tapestry of culture, spirituality, community, and resilience, your path has room to flourish. When you embrace both the gifts and the shadows, you can build a life that not only honours your inner integrity but also blesses those around you.

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• Locations: Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania
• Consultation Fee: UGX 42,000
• Phone: +256 769 678 458
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The sudden closure of Radio Boona in Rukungiri has prompted two of the district’s most prominent leaders, Gen. Henry Tumukunde and Security Minister Jim Muhwezi to clarify their positions on the matter.  

Both have firmly denied any involvement in the station’s shutdown and attributed the decision solely to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC).

Gen. Tumukunde urged the public to ignore claims linking him to the closure, emphasizing that UCC alone has the legal mandate to regulate broadcasting.

“While the closure of Boona FM has fueled speculation regarding political motives, it must be emphasized that Uganda Communications Commission’s (UCC) mandate is clearly stipulated in the law,” Tumukunde said in a statement on Friday.

He further noted that discussions were already underway between Radio Boona’s management and UCC to resolve outstanding compliance matters.

“To the people of Rukungiri, I urge calm and focus on the challenges that are before us. Any conjecture about our supporters or I seeking to take advantage of the situation should be disregarded,” Tumukunde added.

Security Minister Muhwezi also distanced himself from the controversy, stating, “I am not the person who closed the radio. I do not have the authority to do so; it is UCC that holds that power.”

He acknowledged regulatory issues faced by the station and underscored the importance of compliance.

“Radios, including mine, must adhere to laws and regulations. If there are concerns regarding the regulator’s actions, the radio has the right to seek redress through the courts. Therefore, I urge the public to remain calm,” Muhwezi said.

Both leaders stressed that the closure should not be politicized, calling on UCC to clarify its actions and urging Radio Boona’s management to pursue lawful channels if aggrieved.

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