We are Not Charging Political Candidates for Campaign Posters – Mayor Fort Portal City
By Sylvia Fort Portal City Mayor, Edison Asaba Ruyonga, has stated that the city council does not collect revenue from campaign posters displayed by aspiring candidates. This clarification comes after many residents questioned whether the city earns income from these posters. Ruyonga, explained that Fort Portal City operates on a low tax regime, focusing […]
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Nine Approved for Ordination in Fort Portal Diocese in 2025
Clare N Three deacons and six seminarians have been approved to be ordained to the Holy Orders of Priesthood and Diaconate respectively in the Diocese of Fort Portal this year. The ordination Candidates According to an official document released by the local ordinary, Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, three deacons will be ordained priests including […]
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Fort Portal: Citizens Condemn Monetization of Politics Ahead of 2026
Clare Nayebare Citizens of Fort Portal Tourism City have expressed strong concern and condemned the increasing monetization of Ugandan politics, especially during campaigns. They claim the practice undermines democracy, promotes corruption, and bribery, yet deters the country from conducting a free and fair election. What they say Linda Sharan a resident of Bukwali […]
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Miss Tourism Tooro Region Crowns 2025 Queens amidst cheers from crowds at Mountains of the Moon Hotel
Kaboha In a showcase of beauty, talent, and grace, the Miss Tourism Tooro Region pageant crowned its new Queens for 2025. The highly-anticipated event held over the weekend at Mountains of the Moon Hotel in Fort Portal City saw Queen Lydia Nyakake Abwoli crowned as the Miss Tourism Tooro region The successful candidates Queen Lydia […]
Continue ReadingBoreholes Excite Nyabusenyi Residents in Busoro Sub-County
Kaboha Residents of Nyabusenyi III village, Kaswa Parish, Busoro Sub-county in Kabarole district are excited following the commissioning of a borehole that will serve more than 200 families in the community. The borehole has been constructed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority under the Kibale National Park Revenue Sharing Program. Revenue Sharing according to Uganda […]
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Tooro: Religious Leaders Impose Strict Guidelines, Halt Church Fundraising Ahead of 2026 Elections
By Sylvia Kugonza The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU), Tooro Chapter, has announced the suspension of all church fundraising activities as the country approaches the 2025–2026 political season. Speaking at a press conference held at Boulevard Excelsior Motel in Fort Portal City, the Chairperson of the IRCU Tooro Chapter, Rt. Rev. Reuben Kisembo Amooti, who […]
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Centenary Bank Fort Portal Unveils New Corporate Wing to Enhance Client Experience
Clare Clients banking at the Centenary Bank Fort Portal branch can now enjoy a more seamless experience, courtesy of the newly launched corporate wing, which will help alleviate long queues for services. This remarkable development follows the inauguration and blessing of the corporate wing, located on the second floor of the Centenary building in Fort […]
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Kabarole : Over 500 Goats Die from Mysterious Disease, Farmers Count Losses
By Sylvia Farmers in the Presidential Rwengaju Model Sub-County in Kabarole District are in distress after a mysterious disease has wiped out their goats, leaving them with significant losses. In just two months, over 500 goats from various farms have died in the villages of Nsahu, Bwabya, Bukoni A and B, Kidubuli, and Kicuna, all […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Civil servants Endure 9 Months Without Salary
Editorial Over 30 civil servants in Fort Portal City have cried out as they struggle with non-payment of salaries for months. The frustrated workers say that they have spent nine months without pay, and are facing tough times and can’t hardly find what to eat, yet they have plenty of bills to pay, ranging from […]
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