Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Richard Onapatum In an exemplary demonstration of statesmanship and dedication to national unity, Hon. Titus Lotee, the esteemed Member of Parliament for Kacheliba, has taken a pivotal role in a peace initiative aimed at resolving the protracted hostilities between the Pokot and Turkana communities. This decisive action underscores a profound commitment to conflict resolution, illustrating that the responsibilities of an MP extend far beyond the legislative chamber. Hon. Lotee’s intervention in these deeply rooted disputes highlights his willingness to transcend conventional duties, embodying the true essence of leadership by actively fostering understanding and cooperation among divergent communities. His involvement…

By Eumu Emmanuel. In a surprising move, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Uganda’s celebrated musician, Edrisa Musuza, popularly known as Eddy Kenzo, as the Presidential Advisor on Arts and Culture. This appointment, announced on August 21, has sparked widespread reactions, particularly within Uganda’s music community. Eddy Kenzo, renowned for his global hit “Sitya Loss” and numerous other successful tracks like “Stamina” and “Weekend,” is the first Ugandan artist to win a BET Award, an achievement that has solidified his status as one of East Africa’s leading musicians. Born and raised in Masaka, Central Uganda, Kenzo has defied the odds,…

Story by Osuta Yusuf Maracha District – In a significant move towards promoting sports and youth engagement, Mr. Uhuru Nelson, the Maracha Constituency MP Aspirant for 2026 to 2031, has launched the distribution of 62 footballs and 8 trophies across 31 parishes in the Maracha District. This initiative spans 8 Sub-counties within the Maracha Constituency. The distribution, which commenced on Thursday, 22 August 2024, included parishes in Awiziru Sub-county, Okokoro Town Council, Kijomoro Sub-county, Ovujo Town Council, and Oluvu Sub-county. The remaining parishes in Obiba Sub-county, Agaii Town Council, and Oluffe Sub-county are set to receive their share by Friday,…

By Eumu Emmanuel The Afghan government has demoted more than 300 police officers for failing to comply with the Islamic requirements concerning beard length. The Ministry of Morality made the announcement, emphasizing that the move is in line with Islamic teachings, which obligate Muslims to maintain beards beyond a certain length as prescribed by the health guidelines and the Sunnah (practices) of the Prophet Muhammad. Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, instructed his followers to emulate every aspect of his life, including worshipping Allah and maintaining long beards as a distinctive identifier of their faith. The practice of growing a…

By Abila Martha August 21, 2024 Kampala, Uganda— In a decisive move to address the ongoing solid waste management crisis in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA), a high-level meeting led by the First Deputy Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, convened on August 21, 2024, at the Office of the Prime Minister. The meeting culminated in the approval of an interim plan aimed at resolving the waste management challenges exacerbated by the recent collapse of garbage piles in the Kiteezi landfill. The critical meeting was attended by key government figures including the Minister of Local Government, Hon. Rafael Magezi,…

By Richard Onapatum KOTIDO, UGANDA – The GIRL-H SRHR program, fully funded by Mercy Corps, is working to improve the sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of adolescent girls in Karamoja, Uganda. The program aims to increase access to SRHR information, products, and services for adolescent girls, and to promote positive gender attitudes towards SRHR. According to Etuko Brian, District Community Development Officer Kotido, “The partnership between Mercy Corps and NARWOA organization is crucial in promoting SRHR for adolescent girls. We urge parents to practice good parenting styles and teachers to have parental hearts to nurture disciplined children.” Emmy Look…

Story by Osuta Yusuf Arua District, Uganda The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has held Arua District technocrats, including the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Chief Finance Officer (CFO), Human Resource Officer (HRO), and Internal Auditor (IA), accountable for failing to detect ghost workers on the district payroll. During a two-day regional audit query meeting in Arua City, officials from the 13 districts in the West Nile region were grilled over gaps, misappropriations, and corruption identified by the Auditor General in the 2022/2023 financial year report. According to the report, 14 unknown employees received monthly salaries for four years,…

By Richard Onapatum Teso, Uganda – In a powerful display of unity and faith, women from across Teso are expected to gather at Miraculous Synagogue Ministries on Sunday, 25th August, for a special prayer service. Led by Pr. Emanu Georwell, the service will focus on spiritual warfare against forces hindering marriages, relationships, and businesses. The women will come together to pray against marriage failure and divorce, rejection by men and emotional abuse, multiple partners and infidelity, business failure and financial struggles, and negative self-perception and low self-esteem. Pr. Emanu Georwell, known for his insightful teachings and prophetic guidance, will lead…

By Eumu Emmanuel. The former Local Council Five Chairperson for Kaberamaido District, Albert Ejoku Osama, along with his daughter Hilder Angako and grandson Darius Ekongu, has been charged with computer misuse, theft of a phone, and exploitation. The charges stem from an incident involving a young woman, Sandrah Iteno, 25, who was allegedly victimized in a love triangle that took a dark turn. According to sources, Hilder invited Sandrah to a social gathering at Helmat Motel in Kaberamaido Town. During the gathering, Sandrah was allegedly plied with alcohol until she became heavily intoxicated. The situation escalated when Hilder’s brother, Mark,…

By Eumu Emmanuel Kaberamaido District leaders have been called upon to establish an altar within the district quarters to strengthen their spiritual connection and commitment to God. This appeal was made during a prayer breakfast organized by Destiny Community Development Initiatives (DECODI), a Christian organization. The event was aimed at fostering unity between the district’s technical and political wings, which have often struggled to see eye to eye. Assistant Inspector of Police (AP) James Israel Tukei emphasized the importance of the prayer breakfast, noting that it was organized to bring together both wings of leadership in the district. He highlighted…