Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Emmanuel Eumu Alebtong District- In a letter dated 21st September, 2023, the Alebtong District boss, Daniel Kennedy Odongo temporarily suspended the district procurement process particularly concerning the award of contracts for FY 2023/2024 due to suspected irregularities in the process. He briefed media at the district headquarters stating that the technical evaluation process for contracts awards  has been suspended until further notice.  Odongo, who also chairs the Lango sub region LCV and mayor’s forums, confirmed that he has written to the chief Administrative officer (CAO) over the matter. He emphasized that this action has been taken to ensure transparency…

Uganda has urged the community of countries at the United Nations to respect the sovereignty of member states in observing human rights. This call was made by the Vice President, Jessica Alupo on Thursday while addressing the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, USA. “The Constitution of Uganda provides for protection of the rights and freedoms of all Ugandans as well as for the promotion of culture. Uganda has institutional safeguards which address grievances of human rights abuses,” Alupo said. She added, “Our approach to human rights is to respect other people’s values and we…

KAMPALA. The National Executive Council of Opposition Forum For Democratic Change – FDC has suspended their president Patrick Oboi Amuriat and Secretary General Nandala Mafabi from the party and appointed Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago as the interim party president. In the extraordinary National Delegates Conference that took place at Katonga offices on Tuesday, 19 September 2023, despite objection by police and heavy deployment, the members also resolved to extend the leadership of the FDC party organs by another six months from October 8, 2023. They resolved that Mafabi, Amuriat and Treasurer General Geoffrey Ekanya be suspended and investigated over…

Kampala Capital City Authority has rescued 161 children from the streets today Tuesday 19th September 2023. The City Authorities were working in partnership with NGOs, including Dwelling places and Baana ministies. The city has immediately commenced the trial and prosecution of six adults who are accused of dealing in child trafficking. These 161 children are now on their way to Kobulin Youth Rehabilitation and Skilling Center in Napak District, Karamoja sub-region. The Director Gender community services and production for KCCA , Sheila Birungi Gandi, was on site to oversee the operation. She said that “KCCA enforcent teams make street searches…

KINSHASHA: After three weeks since the violent crackdown in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in which at least 57 civilians were killed, the victims’ families were finally able to bury their loved ones. The crackdown occurred on August 30 when DRC soldiers clashed with protesters demonstrating against the presence of UN peacekeepers in the country. The bodies of the victims had been decomposing in a Goma military hospital for 20 days, posing health risks. The families were initially banned from visiting the hospital until September 12. The DRC government provided coffins, paid for the funeral expenses, and offered…

By Our Reporter KAMPALA: The Bank of Uganda offers Agricultural Credit Facility (ACF) loans to support aggressive farmers in the country. These loans are available for eligible individuals, partnerships, or companies within the agricultural value chain. Farmers can access ACF loans up to a maximum of 2 billion Ugandan shillings, with the potential for higher amounts, such as 10 billion shillings, for those engaged in significant agricultural activities contributing to the economy. The ACF was established by the government in 2009 to promote the commercialization of agriculture in Uganda. It operates as a public-private partnership between the government and participating…

By Eusukoit Cuthbert Otim SOROTI. Local government minister, Raphael Magyezi has called for harsh punishment of public servants involved in the embezzlement of Parish Development Model – PDM funds. Minister for Local Government Raphael Magyezi arriving at the thanks giving ceremony of the Soroti City East MP. Herbart Edmund Ariko on saturday 16th September 2023. The minister made the call while delivering his address as a chief guest at a thanks giving ceremony for MP Herbert Edmud Ariko that took place at St Kizito’s technical institute in Soroti east division on Saturday the 16th Sept 2023. He cited corruption as…

By Our Reporter. KAYUNGA: Two men suspected of stealing a motorcycle have been killed by a mob in Kayunga District, central Uganda. Ms Rosette Sikahwa, the Kayunga District police commander on Friday said the duo who are alleged to have stolen a motorcycle from Buikwe District were pursued by a mob which caught up with them in Namakandwa village, Kangulumira Sub County. “Upon being nabbed, they beat them to death before burning one of the bodies. By the time police arrived at the scene, one of the bodies had been burnt beyond recognition,” Ms Sikahwa said. According to the DPC,…

By Emmanuel Eumu. The speaker of the 11 Parliament Rt.Hon.Anita Among has shown solidarity after hitting her official x platform to mourn singer Evelyn Lagu,who passed on today morning. Among rated the late as a hard working lady who wanted to see ends meet and will be missed by many. “The country has worken up to the devastating news of the passing of Evelyn Lagu, who was  a singer and actress. I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to the family relatives, friends and the entire entertainment industry during this difficult time many her soul rest in peace”. Speaker Among…

Pinnacle Security Limited, an East African regional renowned and reputable private security firm established in Uganda in 2009 has invested in state-of-the-art fire tenders and rapid intervention trucks adding to their fleet for efficient fire safety, management and emergency fire response portfolio specifically in the Oil and Gas Sector under the Tilenqa Project. The Swedish manufactured Scania fire engines have unique specifications, capacity and features such twin hose reels, blues/siren, Godiva pumps hence able to transport firefighters, water and carry equipment for firefighting operations to any incident, fire drills and rescue missions. This fleet of equipment also comes with specialized…