The article discusses the rise and fall of Ugandan rapper Jocelyn Keko, who achieved fame in the hip-hop industry and secured endorsement deals with MTN, Mountain Dew, SuperSport International, and a contract with Sony Music Entertainment. However, Keko's career was derailed by drug addiction and mental health issues. She has since recovered and is now sharing her story with students across East Africa to prevent them from falling into similar traps. The article also touches on the broader issue of drug and alcohol abuse among celebrities and secondary school students, and the recent passing of the tobacco control bill in Uganda.

The article focuses on the practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in the Sebei sub-region of Uganda, particularly in the districts of Kapchorwa, Bukwo, and Kween. Viola Chebet, a victim of FGM, shares her painful experience and the negative impact it has had on her sexual life. The article coincides with the International Day of the Girl Child and the start of the circumcision season in the region. It discusses the cultural reasons behind FGM, the generational clashes over the practice, and the challenges in eradicating it, including cross-border issues with Kenya. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is mentioned as working on a reproductive health project to educate women about FGM's adverse effects. The article also touches on the legal framework against FGM in Uganda and the need for increased awareness and political will to combat the practice effectively.