MEPA Bishops Unite in Kabale to Promote Education, Prayer, and Self-Reliance
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on residents of Kabale Diocese to cooperate in paying additional fees required in government schools under UPE and USE programs, if they are to ensure improved education for their children. Supporting Children’s Education While addressing hundreds of Christians gathered at Rushoroza […]
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Unclaimed National IDs Pile Up as NIRA Schedules Fort Portal Outreach
By Christine Residents of Fort Portal City have been urged to take advantage of an upcoming outreach by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) aimed at improving access to national identity card services. According to the Fort Portal NIRA Registrar, Junior Akampurira, the nationwide exercise is already underway in several districts, with Fort Portal […]
Continue ReadingKibaale: Midwife Interdicted Over Alleged Negligence at Bubango Health Centre II
Editorial A midwife at Bubango Health Centre II in Kibaale District has been interdicted following allegations of professional negligence that reportedly led to an expectant mother delivering outside the facility. The affected health worker, Rosemary Abigaba, an enrolled midwife attached to the facility in Bubango Sub-county, was suspended from duty after an incident said to […]
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King Oyo’s Birthday: 98 Children 5 Adults Undergo Life-Changing Surgeries in Fort Portal
Alice A free surgical camp at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital has given new hope to children living with limb deformities, with children receiving operation as King of Tooro Kingdom Dr. Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV celebrates his 34th birthday today The health camp targeted children suffering from fractures, rickets, knee deformities, and chronic […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Launches Community Health Extension Worker Training Program
By lucky Patrick Fort Portal Tourism City has officially launched a six-month Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) training program, sponsored by Baylor Uganda, aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery at the grassroots level. Speaking at the launch held earlier this week at East division hall in kitumba , Dr. Mugisa Emmanuel, the City Health Officer for […]
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Minister Frank Tumwebaze Distances from Ill Health
Editorial The Agriculture Minister Frank Tumwebaze has distanced himself from claims that his recent weight loss is a sign of ill health, reassuring the public that his new look is intentional and rooted in a commitment to better living. The Minister, Frank Tumwebaze, through his X handle, says concerns from friends, colleagues, and well-wishers many […]
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Bunyangabu ‘s Kalenzi Tasks Govt on Medical Tourism
EDITORIAL Residents of Bunyangabu District and the wider Tooro Sub-Region are expressing some hope of good representation following remarks by their representative, Victor Kalenzi, during the Ongoing week long Kyankwanzi engagement with the newly elected MPs. In a video clip, Kalenzi is seen addressing the President on the high cost of medical care, noting that […]
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Language Experts Call for Action to Save Runyoro-Rutooro from Decline
Clare N Language experts, educators, and religious leaders from the Tooro and Bunyoro sub-regions have intensified efforts to revive and preserve the authenticity of the Runyoro-Rutooro language amid growing concerns over its decline. The call was made over the weekend, during a Runyoro-Rutooro Language Workshop held at Panorama Hotel in Kyenjojo District, which brought together […]
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UPU Hosts First Ever Alumni Reunion, Vice Chancellor urges them to Stay Connected
Alice The Uganda Pentecostal University (UPU) have over the weekend hosted a vibrant alumni reunion, bringing together past students from various parts of the country and beyond. The theme of the gathering was ‘Reconnecting the Past, Strengthening the Future,’ emphasizing the importance of staying connected to one’s roots. The event, held at the UPU main […]
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Nandutu Sentenced to Four years in Iron Sheet Scandal
Editorial Former Karamoja Affairs Minister Agnes Nandutu has been sentenced to four years in prison over her involvement in the government iron sheets scandal. The Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court , earlier today found her guilty of illegally possessing iron sheets meant for vulnerable communities in Karamoja. Trial judge Jane Okuo ruled that the […]
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