Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Eumu Emmanuel Kaberamaido, Uganda – September 2024 A Kaberamaido court has further remanded Hilder Angako and her son Darius Ekongu, daughter and grandson of former Local Council Five (LC5) Chairperson Albert Anthony Ejoku Osama, to Kaberamaido government prisons until September 11, 2024. The two are entangled in a complex love triangle case involving alleged exploitation, theft, and computer misuse. The duo appeared before Grade One Magistrate Her Worship Jackline Kembabazi on August 19, 2024, and were initially remanded until September 3. Upon reappearing in court, they were further remanded as investigations into the case continue. The case centers around…

By Richard Onapatum Karenga, Uganda – The ninth edition of the Karamoja Cultural Festival is in full swing, transforming the sleepy town of Karenga into a lively, bustling hotspot of economic activity and cultural celebration. The festival, running since September 2, 2024, at Napeikori Grounds, is like a cultural buffet, with performances from the Karamojong people and their Ateker neighbors from Kenya, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. Visitors from all over are flocking to the event, dressed to impress in traditional attire, soaking up the unique customs, and probably realizing that dancing in a circle is harder than it looks! The…

Story by Osuta Yusuf Yumbe District Over hundreds and thousands of mourners gathered on Wednesday, 4th September 2024, to condole and pay their last respects to Mr. Luka Akile Fendru from the Oluba Aliba Clan. Born in 1930, Mr. Luka Akile Fendru was shot with an arrow on 19th August 2024 during a land conflict in Bolomoni Village, Odravu West Sub-county, Yumbe District, where some people from the Oluba Langi clan in Ariwa Sub-county and also from Kulikulinga Town are claiming part of his 600 acres of land in Bolomoni Village. The parish priest of Odravu Catholic Parish, Fr. Tom…

By Richard Onapatum Kumi, Uganda – The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Kumi, Ahamada Washaki, has expressed his gratitude to the National Water and Sewerage Corporation’s (NWSC) Board of Directors for their visit to the district. The Board, led by Chairman Alhajj Dr. Badru Kiggundu, met with local leaders and stakeholders to discuss ways of expanding water coverage in Kumi Municipality and surrounding areas. RDC Washaki hailed the visit as a significant milestone in the district’s quest for improved access to safe water. “We are privileged to host the NWSC Board of Directors and grateful for their commitment to expanding…

By Patriot Corps In a dramatic turn of events, Serere District’s barefoot footballers triumphed over the heavily favored Wakiso District, clinching a 1-0 victory in the 2024 Under-14 National Primary Schools Football Championship. The tournament, held in Soroti, saw 116 districts from across Uganda compete for the national title, but it was Serere’s heart and determination that led them to victory. Facing off against teams equipped with professional football boots, Serere’s players demonstrated that skill and grit could overcome even the most well-prepared opponents. Despite the disadvantage of playing without boots, their teamwork, speed, and perseverance proved unstoppable. This hard-fought…

By Eumu Emmanuel. Police in Oyam District are intensifying their search for a man accused of sodomizing his 25-year-old wife, leading to her tragic death. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on August 8, 2024, in Acek-were B village, Omal Parish, Ngai Sub-county. The victim, identified as Sarah Angom, sustained severe injuries after the suspect allegedly returned home intoxicated and assaulted her. Angom initially sought treatment at Ngai Health Center III and was later referred to Abok Health Center IV. Due to the family’s financial constraints, she could not be transported to Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala and sadly…

By Patriot Corps Kampala, 4th September 2024 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, has promoted seven senior police officers to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP). This move aims to strengthen leadership within the Uganda Police Force. The officers promoted are: – SCP Bamunoba Ubaldo – SCP Baryamwisaki Felix – SCP Kafeero Moses – SCP Kataratambi Charles – SCP Mwesigwa Frank – SCP Namutebi Hadijah – SCP Wasswa David Each officer has been recognized for their exceptional service and significant contributions to the force. The Uganda Police Force, through a press…

By Caroline Apecho Soroti – Brace yourself for the most entertaining event of the year as the Teso Entertainment League (TEL) kicks off! This isn’t your typical football tournament—it’s a sidesplitting spectacle where the worlds of music, comedy, and football collide in a unique showdown. TEL is about to deliver a thrilling blend of laughter, music, and sports like you’ve never seen before. In this one-of-a-kind event, your favorite musicians, comedians, DJs, and media personalities will swap their usual roles for a pair of cleats and a football jersey. Picture this: musicians setting aside their instruments to tackle opponents on…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – A Fuso car registration number UBP 487C carrying a large quantity of beer has crashed in the Kotido roundabout this afternoon, sending crates of beer flying onto the road. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported. Eyewitnesses say the driver of the Fuso truck lost control of the vehicle while trying to dodge a Toyota Premio. The truck veered off the road and crashed, spilling its precious cargo all over the roundabout. But in a bizarre twist, locals quickly descended upon the scene, helping themselves to the beer. “It was like a mini-party,” said one…

By Richard Onapatum KUMI, UGANDA – The community of Amagoro Village, Totolim Parish, Kanapa Sub-County, is thrilled to have access to safe and clean water thanks to a newly constructed borehole. The borehole, commissioned by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Ahamada Washaki, was constructed by the Christian Foundation for Community Development (CFCD), a non-governmental organization (NGO). RDC Washaki praised the CFCD for supplementing government efforts to deliver safe water to the community. “We are grateful for the support of organizations like CFCD, who share our vision of providing essential services to our people,” he said. The community, which had previously…