Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Patriot Corps Yesterday, Catholics from around the globe gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican to mark the 60th anniversary of the canonization of the Uganda Martyrs. The event, a moment of reverence and celebration, was attended by key dignitaries and church leaders. Richard Onapatum, representing His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, delivered a heartfelt message from the Ugandan leader, emphasizing the significant role Christianity has played in Uganda’s development. The celebration honored the bravery and steadfast faith of the 22 Ugandan martyrs, who were canonized by Pope Paul VI on October 18, 1964. These young men, who…

By Patriot Corps Gweri, Soroti – Opolot Abel, FDC’s candidate for Gweri County MP, has funded the long-awaited resumption of construction for Dokolo Parish Community Health Center. The project, stalled since 2016, had left many residents without nearby medical care, forcing them to walk nearly seven kilometers to the closest health facility. The health center, which will also function as a Subcounty Health Center III, is a crucial addition, especially as Gweri Health Center has been elevated to Health Center IV status to serve the entire county. Community members and local leaders had previously raised funds for the project, but…

By Patriot Corps On October 19, 2024, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, paid an official visit to Uganda at the invitation of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The visit marked a significant step in strengthening the bilateral relationship between the two nations, culminating in the signing of key agreements on defense and trade. During the one-day visit, President Mohamud was accompanied by senior Somali officials, including the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense. The leaders discussed regional and international issues, focusing on peace, security, and economic cooperation. A major highlight of the visit was the…

By Patriot Corps The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, officially closed the 2024 Mbale Industrial Park BUBU Trade Show and Bazaar this afternoon on behalf of President Museveni. The event was organized by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Sino-Uganda Industrial Park. Upon her arrival, the Prime Minister was received by Paul Zang, the Chairman of the Sino-Uganda Industrial Park, Mbale. During a guided tour of the Industrial Park, the Premier expressed her appreciation for the Sino-Uganda group’s contribution to youth employment and the promotion of the Buy Uganda, Build Uganda (BUBU) policy. She was…

By Our Reporter. Gweri, Soroti District — Mr. Opolot Abel, a frontrunner in the race for Gweri County Member of Parliament, yesterday led the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a two-classroom block and staff room at Osuguro Community Primary School. The project, which is expected to be completed in 2025, aims to address the dire conditions under which the school currently operates and to ease the significant challenges faced by the local community in accessing education. Osuguro Community Primary School was established by parents who, for years, struggled with the long distances their children had to travel to attend…

By patriot Corps This week, the National Unity Platform (NUP) brought its ‘Kunga Uganda’ campaign to the Teso region, spreading their message of hope and transformation with the energy of a farmer sowing seeds before a long-anticipated rain. From Soroti to Katakwi, and even into Kaberamaido, NUP’s team has worked tirelessly to ignite the call for change across every corner of the region. The desire for progress in Teso is palpable, as strong as the need for fresh pasture during the dry season. Armed with optimism and resolve, the NUP team was met with a warm reception from villagers eager…

By Eumu Emmanuel. Michael Ayerang, a man notorious for posing as a Presidential Advisor, has been arrested following a sting operation at State House. Ayerang, who presented himself as a man with a generous heart, had gained the trust of numerous individuals by falsely claiming he could help them secure assistance from the President’s office and State House. To strengthen his credibility, Ayerang reportedly brandished a fake ID that identified him as a professional advisor. However, investigations revealed that he had never been employed by State House, nor had he ever been appointed as a Presidential Advisor. His elaborate ruse,…

By Steven Enatu In the remote village of Aukot Sub County, Gweri County, Soroti District, the Osuguro Community Nursery and Primary School has become a beacon of hope for local children. Located just a 20-minute drive from Soroti City, this community-driven initiative reflects the determination of families in an area where formal education has long been a distant dream. As you approach the school, the vibrant voices of over 700 pupils fill the air, their laughter echoing against the backdrop of makeshift classrooms. Many sit on the bare, damp earth, their eager expressions reflecting a deep thirst for knowledge despite…

By Patriot Corps Elegu/Nimule, South Sudan – October 18, 2024 – Uganda-South Sudan border, Cordaid, in collaboration with CBM, the State Ministry of Health Eastern Equatoria State (EES), Magwi County Health Department, and the Amuru District Local Government, has made strides in enhancing eye care services at Nimule Hospital. This initiative is part of the ongoing Integrated People-Centered Eye Care Services project, which started in January 2022 and is set to run until December 2024. Now in its third year, the project aims to provide comprehensive eye care to vulnerable communities in Magwi County, South Sudan, and neighboring villages in…

By Richard Onapatum Sironko, Uganda – Two top officials in Sironko District have been arrested and detained at Busulani Police Post over allegations of misappropriating Parish Development Model (PDM) funds. Mr. Wofuma Richard, Chairperson of the SACCO, and Nabuduwa Ketty, Bukyabi Subcounty Parish Chief, were arrested on October 15, 2024, following a directive by Mr. Wonambwa Allan, Assistant Resident District Commissioner, and Mr. Nabimanya Robert, DISO Sironko. According to Mr. Chemoges Frederick, OC Station Busulani Police Post, the duo was arrested after it was discovered that Mr. Wofuma Richard had withdrawn 88,650,000 shillings from the subcounty account without records of…