By Dickson Tumuramye Visit many schools during visiting day and the conversations sound familiar. Parents proudly speak of children who top their class, score distinctions, […]
Tag: Family
Trials of first-time mothers, postnatal care
By Sandra K. Walugembe Becoming a mother for the first time is often described as a joyful milestone. Yet for many women, the journey into […]
Should you be your child’s best friend? Three mothers weigh in
By Ntege LilianAsk any parent whether they should be their child’s best friend and watch their reaction. Many will pause, perhaps laugh nervously, because the […]
Raising godly children in a screen-obsessed world
By Beatrice Nakibuuka On any day in Uganda or across the globe, it is common to see a familiar scene. A father scrolls through news on […]
When ambition outruns character
By Dickson Tumuramye As children return to school in Senior One and Senior Five, and others prepare for higher institutions of learning, it is worth […]
Tusubira’s victory over witchcraft, impoverished childhood
By Nicholas Akasula Sarah Tusubira was born 41 years ago in Lugazi–Kawolo. Her mother is still alive, though her father passed away in 2005 during […]
What if this year is not about doing more, but becoming better?
By Dickson Tumuramye Every new year comes with noise. Planners sell out, club and association memberships surge, and timelines overflow with bold declarations of what […]
From borrowing sugar to quietly sharing Wi-Fi
By Lilian Ntege I was attending a function, one of those gatherings where phones are constantly in use: taking photos, checking programmes and replying to […]
Single mom’s blueprint for raising responsible sons
By Dickson Tumuramye The question, “What legacy are we bequeathing to our sons as fathers?” resonated deeply with readers in last week’s column. Yet, in […]
Safeguarding learners’ health in our schools
By Dickson Tumuramye One of the most common challenges among learners today is health-related complaints. Many report illnesses such as ulcers and other gastrointestinal complications, […]