Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Patriot Corps The community has long raised concerns about the dangerous stretch of road in Kigogwa, Wakiso District, where nearly three people lose their lives each week to road accidents. Those fears materialized into a horrific tragedy on Monday when a fuel tanker explosion claimed 15 lives and left 24 others injured. The accident occurred when a Toyota Harrier made a sudden sharp turn towards Buwambo Road, forcing the tanker driver to swerve to avoid hitting a boda boda stage. Losing control, the tanker overturned, spilling fuel, which ignited moments later. Many rushed to the scene to collect the…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – The Board of Governors of Nakere Rural Women  Activist (NARWOA) has successfully concluded a two-day monitoring and evaluation activity of the Climate Justice Project in Panyangara and Kotido Sub-Counties. The exercise employed focused group discussions to assess the project’s progress and identify gaps. NARWOA’s Executive Director, Jessica Ruth Ataa, accompanied by Board members, engaged with local communities, gathering firsthand information on the project’s impact. Ataa emphasized the crucial role women play in climate justice participation. “Women must take the lead in protecting the environment,” she urged. “Climate change awareness is key to mitigating its…

By Eumu Emmanuel In Masindi District, hundreds of people are flocking to a hill in Rusensa Cell, Nyangahya Division, following claims of an apparition of the Virgin Mary. The sighting was first reported by a man grazing cows, sparking widespread interest. Local residents, including Francis Ogenmungu and others, claim to have seen the Virgin Mary in a bright light. Religious leaders have urged caution, advising believers to focus on regular church prayers and approach such reports with skepticism.

By Eumu Emmanuel Wealthy individuals and adults above the age of 50 are currently the leading spreaders of HIV/AIDS in Uganda, according to Prof. Tarsis Kabwegyere. This revelation was made during the release of a report on two recent health outreaches organized by the Ankole Health Students Association Mulago (AHESAM). The health camps were held at Ngabisirira Health Centre II from June 5-7, 2024, and Karwensanaga Health Centre II from August 24-25, 2024, both located in Rubindi Sub-county, Mbarara District. Fred Mwesigye, a native of Rubindi, coordinated the outreaches. Prof. Kabwegyere, who was the chief guest at the report’s release…

By Patriot Corps Uganda’s Vice President, H.E. Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo, has arrived in Apia, Samoa to represent President Yoweri Museveni at the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), scheduled from October 21 to 26. She was warmly received at Faleolo International Airport by Samoa’s Minister of Finance, Hon. Lautimuia Uelese Va’ai, and Hon. Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Scientific Research. Also in attendance were Uganda’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Okello Oryem, and Uganda’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, H.E. Nimisha Madhvani. The summit, hosted under the theme “One Resilient Common Future: Transforming…

By Eumu Emmanuel The Kaberamaido District Police have confirmed the death of 38-year-old Opach Denis, a resident of Abok Village, Akwalakwa Parish, Kobulubulu Sub-county, following an alleged assault. According to the District Police Commander, SP David Otabong, the incident occurred on October 18, 2024, around 11:00 AM in Akar Village, Akwalakwa Parish. The case was reported by Olobo Richard, the Community Development Officer of Ochero Sub-county, who informed the police of an assault case. Otabong said a team, including the Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO), was immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, they found Opach Denis in critical condition…

By Eumu Emmanuel Kaberamaido District has registered 1,831 pupils for the 2024 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), according to the District Education Officer, Mr. Richard Elyebu. This year’s registration reflects a slight drop of 50 candidates compared to last year, when the district registered 1,881 pupils. Elyebu attributed the decline to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in extended school closures during the 2021-2022 period. He noted that students only returned to full-time learning last year when they sat for their PLE. In last year’s results, Kaberamaido District recorded the following outcomes: 48 students achieved Division 1, 980…

By Eumu Emmanuel Police in Oyam District have arrested a man accused of impersonating a police officer and committing a series of crimes. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Engola Gerald, allegedly posed as a police officer after presenting himself at Oyam Central Police Station. Engola claimed he had been transferred from Abim District and was subsequently deployed by police officers in Oyam under the leadership of former District Police Commander (DPC) SP Edison Muhangi as a Criminal Investigative Officer. Taking advantage of his false identity, Engola reportedly engaged in criminal activities, including the theft of 15 motorcycles and a car,…

By Richard Onapatum Abim, Uganda – In a shocking display of police brutality, Ochero Faustino, the LC 1 chairman of Kakorinyang village, Koblin parish, Nyakawe Sub-county, was shot four times by a police officer attached to the Anti-Stock Theft Unit. The incident occurred on Thursday night after Faustino intervened on behalf of four boys arrested while buying alcohol for mourners. Eyewitnesses report that the police officer, whose identity has not been disclosed, opened fire on Faustino without provocation. “The chairman was trying to calm the situation and negotiate the release of the boys,” said Aupe Emanuel, a resident. “But the…

By Patriot Corps Acom Esther, also known as Ajokotau, is stepping forward as a candidate for the Serere Woman MP seat in the upcoming 2026 elections. Running under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) with the campaign slogan “Ekeutu Serere Nepepe” she promises a leadership of peace, unity, and transformation to drive prosperity for the people of Serere. Acom Esther is committed to addressing key issues affecting the district, particularly in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. She plans to work closely with communities to enhance agricultural productivity, support women’s empowerment, and provide youth opportunities that will uplift the district. Her experience in…