Museveni Urges Church, New Bishop to Drive Wealth Creation
Editorial President Yoweri Museveni has commended the Bishop Emeritus of Kabale Diocese for partnering with government to promote development and improve livelihoods. In a written message yesterday delivered by Finance Minister Henry Musasizi at the consecration and installation of Bishop Bonaventure Gubazire, Mr. Museveni urged the church to strengthen its role in wealth creation and […]
Continue ReadingEl Nino Heavy Rains Forces Tanzania Schools to Close Early
Editorial Tanzania has brought forward the closing date for schools over fears of heavy El Niño rains. Pre-primary, primary and secondary schools in Mainland Tanzania will now close on November 13, instead of December 4. The Ministry of Education says the rains, expected between October and December, could disrupt learning and endanger students and teachers. […]
Continue ReadingSalim Saleh Named in Peace Talks to Release Kiiza Besigye
Editorial Talks are in advanced stages between government and opposition representatives to secure the release of jailed opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye. According to the recent update, General Salim Saleh doubling qs the national coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, is leading the negotiations, which began last week. They involve political figures, religious leaders and senior […]
Continue ReadingKarobwa Questions “Name and Shame” Campaign
Yunisent Former Ruwenzori Diocesan Head of Laity, Tushabe Chris Karobwa, has criticised the way the “Name and Shame” anti-corruption campaign is being run in schools by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara. Speaking in Iruhura Village, Kasenda Sub-county, Kabarole District, Tushabe said the campaign is being conducted like a crusade and will yield little without serious […]
Continue ReadingBuhinga Parents Agree to Keep Paying PTA Fees
Christine A Parents at Buhinga Primary School in Fort Portal City have agreed to continue paying Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fees to maintain and improve the quality of education. The decision was reached on Friday at a meeting of parents, teachers and political leaders, called to discuss the suspension of PTA fees in UPE and USE […]
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Bishop Gubazire Installed as the 5th Bishop of Kabale
Editorial Rt Rev Bonaventure Bosco Gubazire has been installed and consecrated as the fifth Bishop of Kabale Diocese. The ceremony took place at St Ignatius University-Kabale, attended by the faithful, clergy, government officials and other guests. Bishop Callist Rubaramira, who has presided over as the main Consecrator,has also officially retired as the Bishop of Kabale […]
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