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By Richard Onapatum Kaabong District, Uganda – A shocking incident has come to light where a warrior in Kaabong District allegedly used funds from the Parish Development Model (PDM) program to purchase an illegal gun. According to reliable sources, Lobolia Peter Apa Merinyang, a resident of Lemugete Village in Kathile Sub County, used Ugx 1,000,000 from the PDM package to buy the gun from South Sudan. The firearm, an SMG Rifle No. 45506 with 08 rounds of ammunition, was recovered by security forces. The suspect was apprehended after firing two bullets in Kathile Town Council. Security forces swiftly responded, recovering…

By Patriot Corps Kampala, Uganda – October 16, 2024 The former Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka, former Deputy Executive Director David Luyimbazi, and former Director of Public Health and Environment Dr. Daniel Okello have been detained after appearing at the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) headquarters today. The three officials had been summoned earlier, on Monday, October 14, 2024, as part of an ongoing prosecution-led investigation into their tenure at KCCA. Following their engagement with the CID team today, significant developments arose, leading to their detention. The Uganda Police Force has confirmed via their official X (formerly…

By Patriot Corps Serere, October 16, 2024- The Vice President of Uganda, Maj. (Rtd.) Jessica Rose Alupo Epel, has emphasized the critical need for food security and sustainable agricultural practices in the face of climate change. Speaking at the 44th World Food Day celebrations held at the National Semi-Arid Resources Research Institute (NaSARRI) in Serere District, the Vice President urged all stakeholders to embrace climate-smart agriculture to ensure a food-secure future for Uganda. The event, organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) in partnership with research institutions like NaSARRI and international partners, was held under the…

By Patriot Corps Agirigiroi Parish, Arapai Sub-county – Bob Owiny, the Aspirant for the Soroti LC5 seat, led an empowering initiative today in Agirigiroi parish, aimed at supporting women’s groups in line with the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) focus on household income improvement. Owiny’s initiative encouraged women to embrace the Parish Development Model (PDM) as a tool to fight poverty and uplift their livelihoods. The women in Agirigiroi were presented with essential household items such as plates, cups, and dishes, symbolizing Owiny’s commitment to improving household welfare. The event was a vibrant display of community spirit, with residents and women’s…

By Steven Enatu. At Soroti Senior Secondary School, two young mothers are skillfully managing the dual responsibilities of motherhood and education. With their infants just one and two weeks old, the school allows them to breastfeed during exams, with the babies cared for in the school’s sick bay. This arrangement ensures that the mothers can meet their children’s needs while participating in their assessments. William Okeriau Oluka, the headteacher and chairperson of the Association of Secondary School Headteachers Union for Teso, noted that when a child cries, mothers can step out to breastfeed without penalty. However, he emphasized that no…

Author: By Ofwono Opondo In 2000, when Maj. Gen. Abubaker Jeje Odongo was handing over as Army Commander to incoming Maj. Gen. James Kazini, Odongo quipped “As the monkey climbs higher, the more it exposes its bare backside. Goodluck.” Journalists present, laughed heartly. Kazini had been a good soldier and officer but would run into many troubles especially his escapades in the DRC, later convicted over creating ghost soldiers in UPDF, sacked as army commander, and died at the hands of a mistress Lydia Draru who confessed in court to murdering him during a domestic brawl. Those are many years…

By Richard Onapatum. Gold Fund, a local non-profit organization, launched the “Empowering the Girl Child” project at Panyangara Seed Secondary School in Kotido district on October 12, 2024. This initiative promotes girls’ education, menstrual hygiene, and environmental awareness, addressing challenges like climate change and social inequality. Afeti Philly, Executive Director of Gold Fund, emphasized the importance of empowering girls for a more equitable society. The project featured career guidance, inspiring students to pursue their dreams. Headmistress Munyes Rose Mary commended Gold Fund’s dedication, while Public Relations Officer Martin Dedeng encouraged students to remain focused on their education. Dedeng also urged…

By Patriot Corps Aspiring Oyam South MP, Patrick Ogwang Obura, has extended his best wishes to students in Oyam District as they begin their exams. In a message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Ogwang urged students to stay focused, confident, and determined, highlighting the sacrifices made by their parents, the guidance of their teachers, and the community’s investment in their education. He reminded candidates not to let these efforts go to waste, stressing that their education is a stepping stone to greater success. To further motivate students, Ogwang pledged to support the best-performing candidates in Oyam South, encouraging…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – A human rights dialogue organized by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, in partnership with the European Union on Friday 11th, Oct 2024, has shed light on the pervasive fear and intimidation hindering reporting of human rights abuses in Kotido district. The dialogue, attended by government leaders, security agencies, politicians, journalists, and community-based organizations, aimed to promote community action to strengthen evidence-based advocacy for human rights protection and promotion. Okurut Samson, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung’s focal person, emphasized the region’s high incidence of human rights abuse, particularly in civic education. “We have worked in Karamoja since 2015, supporting…

By Richard Onapatum Katakwi, Uganda – In a heartfelt address, Katakwi District LC5 Chairperson Hon Omolo Geoffrey praised Vice President Jessica Rose Alupo for her unwavering dedication to improving education in the region. During a recent meeting with teachers, Hon Geoffrey warmly welcomed Vice President Alupo, honorable members of parliament, and other dignitaries, expressing profound gratitude for their presence. “Your Excellency, your willingness to engage with teachers personally reflects a deep appreciation for their work and the challenges they face,” Hon Geoffrey said. “This gesture builds trust and fosters a stronger connection between teachers and leadership.” He commended the Vice…