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Work, nature walks, fresh fish, ferry tales, and wonderful moments. I was truly lost in the beauty of Ssese Islands.

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We were live on Kampala FM!

Our MD Prof. Dr. Mary Ann Cooper and President Prof. Ken Nixon are currently in Uganda, and they discussed how Ugandans can stay safe from lightning.

Topic: Protecting school children, using real data, and doing more research to save Ugandan lives.

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Spelling it right is step 1 to understanding it right.

It’s L-I-G-H-T-N-I-N-G. (Two Ns, no Es.)

#Lightning #SpellItRight #LightningAwareneess #LightningSafety #ACLENet

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Lightning safety ✓ Road safety ✓ Research ✓ Surveys ✓
We’ve tackled it all.
Every friend of mine brings a unique kind of joy, but today’s special is for Cathy.
A true one-in-a-million BFFL.

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Privileged to represent my team as Chair of ROSACU’s Media Working Group. On the 21st, we met Global Health Advocacy Incubator & GRSP at Four Points by Sheraton to align ROSACU members, improve our work, and set a clear 2030 roadmap.

[Road Safety Advocacy Coalition Uganda 🇺🇬 @ROSACUg]

In March's Newsletter

A parent shares insights on challenges children face when traveling on rural marram roads. He highlights the need for improved safety measures around school zones due to limited infrastructure on such roads.

👉🏿 https://t.co/yng3Zh7wXv

[Shalom heavens @Shalomheavens22]

This man was found in a lodge with a schoolgirl. Men, this is a reminder: self-control isn’t optional it’s everything. Five minutes of poor judgment can ruin years of your life💔🙌

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https://t.co/ERJ5md72tM… Historically, lightning was shrouded in myths and spiritual beliefs that brought more fear, misinformation and harm. Today, science is dispelling these misconceptions, equipping communities with actionable insights to mitigate risks and stay safe

[UNBS @UNBSug]

📣 Call for Applications:

Standards & Metrology Reporting Training

👉🏻Are you a journalist, editor, digital content creator, or social media influencer interested in strengthening your reporting on standards, quality assurance, and metrology?

Join one of our regional cohorts:

We encourage you to apply for one training nearest to your work area;

📍 Mukono: 1st–4th March 2026
📍 Mbale: 2nd–5th March 2026
📍 Jinja: 4th–7th March 2026
📍 Gulu: 9th–12th March 2026
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🔗 Apply here: https://t.co/67a373lNrT

⏰ Deadline: 24 February 2026, 7:00 PM (EAT)

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OFFICIAL RELEASE

MK FUND – ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE LIST

The Patriotic League of Uganda @Plugandaa hereby releases the official administrative list of the MK Fund.

The appointed administrators will oversee coordination, verification, monitoring, and implementation of all fund-related activities to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery to beneficiaries.

��� Further Communication:
Detailed guidelines on eligibility criteria, application procedures, vetting processes, and fund disbursement mechanisms will be officially communicated soon.

All updates will be shared through authorized communication platforms.

We urge the public to rely only on verified channels for accurate information regarding the MK Fund.
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[Yoweri K Museveni @KagutaMuseveni]

This evening at State House Entebbe, I met NRM Chairpersons from across the country and congratulated them on their victory. I urged them to focus on wealth creation, strict supervision of PDM and other programs, and to fight corruption in service delivery. Our task remains clear: transform households and consolidate socio-economic progress.

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QUESTION IS, how does lightning cause death?
ANSWER: The only direct cause of death by lightning is cardiac arrest at the time of the injury.

Want to learn more about;
1.Lightning burns and deaths
2.Disability caused by lightning, including respiratory issues?

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Click this link https://t.co/JtArqb0ek6… to read our current newsletter. Use the same link to subscribe and receive our monthly newsletter so you can learn more and help protect your loved ones

[Kirya Ug 🇺🇬 @kirya_ug]

What will happen if he dies in prison?

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@UGLawyer True, true. They were in a wrong place at a wrong time

[Lawyer @UGLawyer]

Look at this Picture closely. Mzee with a watch on his arm, the gumboots, youths with jeans, the reflector jacket etc & security wants us to believe these are the guys that attacked a barracks😏😂

Most Probably these are innocent guys, the attacker did their mission & escaped.

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We’re gearing up for the World Day of Remembrance 2025! Our focus is on seamless coordination and amplifying awareness about road safety to make a lasting impact.

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The event will be held on 16th November 2025, hosted by the Ministry of Health. Use roads responsibly- every life matters.

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Established in 1993 by RoadPeace and adopted by the UN in 2005, the day reminds us that road crashes are preventable and calls for safer laws, responsible driving, and better infrastructure. This year’s theme is “Remember, Support, Act.”