Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Enatu Steven Northern Uganda Minister Highlights Importance of Environmental Conservation In a gesture that underscores his commitment to environmental conservation, Dr. Kenneth Omona, the Minister for Northern Uganda, celebrated his birthday by planting saplings of the endangered Afzelia Africana on his farm. The event, which took place over the weekend, saw the participation of close friends, relatives, and farm workers who joined Dr. Omona in marking the day in an environmentally significant way. The Afzelia Africana, a species native to Africa and highly valued for its durable timber, has been under threat due to over-exploitation and habitat loss. By…

Richard Onapatum MBARARA – President Yoweri Museveni has called on religious leaders to unite in the fight against poverty and underdevelopment, highlighting these as significant challenges faced by the country. In a speech delivered by Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo at the conclusion of the 6th International Ecumenical Fellowship (IEF) Conference in Mbarara District, President Museveni emphasized the importance of religious leaders mobilizing their followers to strive for better living standards. “While working towards heaven, some believers neglect their earthly responsibilities, resulting in poverty within their homes. If we have seen the spiritual light, we must also illuminate our…

By Richard Onapatum Kumi District has received an impressive 32 billion shillings in funding for development projects for the financial years 2022/2023 and 2023/2024, with an additional 15.4 billion shillings allocated for the 2024/2025 financial year. This funding, provided under the government’s PDM initiative, aims to support income-generating projects for various groups, including youths, women, men, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Ahamada Washaki has urged beneficiaries to adhere to their approved business plans and use the funds wisely. “It is crucial that we use these resources effectively to lift our communities out of poverty,” RDC…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – Miss Tourism Karamoja first runner-up, Natyang Anastasia, a 23-year-old beauty from the Jie tribe in Kotido District, organized a thanksgiving ceremony at Travellers Corner Bar and Restaurant in Kotido to celebrate her recent achievements. The event honored her wins in the 2024/2025 pageant, including Miss Popularity, Miss Personality, and Best Creative Attire. Queen Anastasia expressed her deep gratitude to her supporters, stating, “I wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who stood by me during my journey. Your love and encouragement mean the world to me!” She also acknowledged the unwavering support…

By Eumu Emmanuel On Thursday, enraged residents of Kabarwa Sub-County in Bukedea District locked up the local police post, demanding the immediate transfer of its Officer in Charge, Mr. Oile Wilberforce. The protesters accused Mr. Oile of corruption, selective enforcement of the law, and collusion with criminals. Carrying placards that read, “Oile is corrupt, transfer him immediately,” the demonstrators barricaded the officer’s office with thorns and tree branches, forcing other police officers to flee. Mr. Oile locked himself inside his office until assistance arrived from Bukedea Central Police Station around midday. The unrest was sparked by an incident on Wednesday,…

By Eumu Emmanuel August 16th 2024 Kaberamaido District – The Ministry of Education and Sports, in collaboration with the Executive Committee of the National Technical, Vocational, and Farm Institutes Sports Association (NTEVOFASIA), has announced the organization of National Games for all National Certificate Awarding Institutions. These games are set to take place at Kaberamaido Technical Institute in Kaberamaido District, following a letter issued on 19th July 2024 to all principals of government and private technical, vocational, and farm institutes. The National Games aim to serve as a platform for the regular display of skills, talent identification, and nurturing. They are…

By Temiteo Okwakol Thursday 15th August 2024 Kampala: The NRM Secretary General, Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, has flagged off 300 students for a 7-day Kiswahili study tour to Tanzania and Zanzibar. These students have been undergoing Kiswahili language training at the NRM headquarters, a program initiated in response to President Museveni’s call to advance the East African Federation. The flag-off ceremony took place at the Ministry of East African Community Affairs in Kingdom Kampala and was presided over by Hon. James Ikuya Magode, the Minister of State for East African Community Affairs. Minister Magode emphasized that this initiative aims to…

By Patriot Corps President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today passed out 298 Counter Terrorism Warriors of Intake 07/23-24, alongside 58 trainees of Special Tactics, who successfully completed nine months of rigorous training at the School of Military Intelligence and Security in Migyera, Nakasongola District. The President praised the graduates for their resilience, emphasizing their ability to adapt to tough conditions and acquire essential skills despite limited resources. He highlighted this achievement as an example for all Ugandans, showing that with dedication, significant outcomes can be achieved even with minimal resources. Museveni also commended the UPDF’s effective use of resources in training…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – August 14, 2024: The Kotido Local Government has committed to gender-sensitive budgeting following a public advocacy dialogue organized by Nakere Rural Women Activists (NARWOA) at the Youth Center Hall. The event, held on Wednesday, aimed to break barriers to women’s political participation by bringing together women leaders and key local government decision-makers. With the theme “Advocacy for Change in Development,” the dialogue focused on increasing and strengthening the quality of women’s political participation and leadership across the district. In his opening remarks, LC5 Chairman Lotee Paul Komol, affectionately known as “Kacheri Boy,” praised the…

By Temiteo Okwakol In a bid to strengthen collaboration, coordination, and communication between Uganda and South Sudan, a crucial meeting was held in Nimule, Southern Sudan. Organized by the Ministry of Health South Sudan, this engagement brought together multiple stakeholders, including the World Health Organization (WHO), to address the recent outbreak of Mpox. Mpox, also known as Monkeypox, is a viral zoonotic disease primarily found in Central and West Africa. It is similar to smallpox but generally less severe. Mpox is transmitted to humans through close contact with an infected person, animal, or contaminated materials. Symptoms include fever, rash, swollen…