Kyaka, Bunyangabu Share Points as Amasaza Cup Race Heats Up
Claire N It was an interesting moment as Kyaka Isaza Team and Bunyangabu Isaza Team played out an entertaining 3-3 draw yesterday in a fixture of the Tooro Kingdom MTN Amasaza Cup, Fifth Edition, held at Humura Church of Uganda playgrounds in Kyegegwa District. Kyaka Isaza got on the scoresheet through Mugume Abibu, Tumusiime Fred […]
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Joy and Celebration as Msgr. Bagambaki Marks Priestly Golden Jubilee and 80th Birthday
By Alice K There was joy and celebration at Rubona in Butiiti Parish, Kyenjojo District, as hundreds of Christians joined family members, clergy, religious leaders and government officials to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Msgr. Paulinus Bagambaki Atwooki’s priesthood and his 80th birthday. The thanksgiving Mass, held in honour of the veteran priest of the […]
Continue ReadingLC1 Aspirants Urged to Wait for Official Campaign Period
By Christine Akankunda Candidates seeking Local Council One (LC1) chairperson positions in North Division, Fort Portal City, have been cautioned against engaging in early campaigns before the official campaign period begins. The warning was issued by the North Division Electoral Commission Sub-county Supervisor, Julius Kagaba, during the ongoing nomination exercise. Kagaba reminded aspiring candidates that […]
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CRS Boosts Ebola Preparedness in Rwenzori with PPE Donation Worth 3,000 US Dollars
Clare Catholic Relief Services, in partnership with the Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau, has donated Personal Protective Equipment to 51 health facilities in the Rwenzori region, to help protect health workers from Ebola. The items, purchased from Joint Medical Stores and worth 3,000 US dollars, were flagged off today at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, with […]
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Fort Portal Court Dismisses Defamation Suit against Woman MP Linda Irene Mugisa
The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Fort Portal has dismissed a defamation suit that had been filed against Fort Portal City Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Linda Irene Mugisa, by Patrick Amanyire Kasoro. Kasoro filed the civil suit on 6 February 2025, accusing the legislator of making defamatory statements about him during the Tooro People’s Conference […]
Continue ReadingKabarole Woman MP Calls for Government Action on Human-Wildlife Conflict
The Kabarole District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Pamela Annet Kirungi, has appealed to Parliament to prioritize Kabarole District when considering interventions to address the growing human-wildlife conflict affecting communities living near protected areas. Speaking during plenary today in Parliament, Hon. Kirungi said residents living along the boundaries of Kibale National Park continue to suffer […]
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Provincial Vicar Calls for Unity in Church as Five New Holy Cross Novices Profess First Vows
Clare N Five Novices have taken their first step toward religious priesthood and brotherhood, professing first vows of Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience in the Congregation of Holy Cross, in a ceremony held today at the Saaka Novitiate in Kabarole District. The newly professed include David Arika, Denis Ariko, Felix Musakubawo, Charles Ddungu, and Valence Mboya […]
Continue ReadingCommunities Restore Mpanga Catchment Through Tree Growing and Sustainable Livelihoods
Reagan Musinguzi As part of efforts to reduce pressure on natural resources and restore degraded ecosystems, communities within the Mpanga Catchment are embracing tree growing and sustainable livelihood activities to protect the environment while improving household incomes. Stakeholders involved in restoration efforts say environmental protection cannot succeed without addressing the social and economic challenges faced […]
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A Son of the Diocese Returns Home as Pope Leo Appoints New Bishop of Kabale, Uganda
Clare Nayebare Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Callist Rubaramira from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Kabale in Uganda, and has named Fr. Bonaventure Bosco Gubazire, M.Afr., as his successor. The appointment was officially announced on Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Good Shepherd Rushoroza Cathedral Parish in […]
Continue ReadingReligious, Cultural Leaders Urged to Take Leading Role in Promoting Peace and Transitional Justice in Tooro
Lucky Patrick Religious and cultural leaders in the Tooro Sub-region have been urged to take a more active role in promoting peace, reconciliation, and transitional justice to help address past conflicts and strengthen social cohesion. The call was made by Rev. Dr. Pascal Kabura during a roundtable discussion that brought together religious leaders, cultural institutions, […]
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