Fort Portal: NUP Warns Govt on Labeling Party Supporters as ADF
Sylvia Tooro sub-region’s National Unity Platform NUP’s leadership has issued a caution to the government of Uganda expressing concern over the arrest of its party supporters in various areas of the region, who have been unjustly labeled as associates of ADF rebels. The alert was prompted by the detention of more than 20 NUP supporters […]
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Fort Portal : City Councilors Released on Bond After Alleged Bribery Attempt in Land Development Case
Sylvia K In a recent development, the Fort Portal Central Police have released on bond five Central Division councilors who were arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe in connection with a land development case. The councilors, who include Joseline Komuhimbo, Bob Muhumule , Joseph Rujumba , Mugabe Gibs, and Elizabeth Kengonzi, were apprehended at Jopalz […]
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Fort Portal: Mpanga Market Vendors Worried over Piling Garbage in Their Operating Area
Sylvia Vendors in the Mpanga Market in the Fort Portal Central Division, have expressed concerns about the accumulating piles of garbage that are posing a threat to their safety and daily operations. In an interview with our reporter, the vendors and other business owners highlighted the distressing situation of the foul-smelling garbage, emphasizing that it […]
Continue ReadingEmulate the Shepherds Who changed for Better after visiting Baby Jesus- Bishop Muhiirwa to Christians
Clare The Rt.Rev.Dr.Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, Bishop of Fort Portal has asked believers in Christ to emulate the shepherds in the Bible who changed for better after visiting the newly born Jesus, and went away glorifying God. He was on Thursday this week delivering his Christmas message in a press briefing that took place from […]
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Pope Did Not Approve Same-Sex Union -Bishop Muhiirwa Sets Record Straight
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has urged for a sense of calm among Christians who may be feeling uncertain about the recent statement from the Pope regarding the Catholic Church’s stance on blessing same-sex couples. Addressing the media during a press conference held […]
Continue ReadingSuspected ADF Militants Claim 10 Lives in Kamwenge District Attack
Sylvia Police in Kamwenge are investigating an attack that occurred around 2:00 PM in the wee hours of today December 19, 2023, in Kyitehurizi village, resulting into the tragic loss of ten lives. The deceased include Banyenzaki Margaret, 60, an individual only identified as Tugume, 25, and eight others who are yet to be identified. […]
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“Fort Portal Rotarians Celebrate Year-End with Green Legacy & Fellowship
Clare The Rotary Club of Fort Portal experienced a joyous and lively evening yesterday as it marked its final fellowship of the year 2023 in a warm and welcoming home setting. Held at the residence of Rotarian Bright Stephen Mugabo, the Past President of the Rotary Club of Fort Portal, in Nyabukara, the event […]
Continue ReadingTraffic Police Criticized for Failing to Enforce Laws Ahead of Christmas Celebrations
Lucky P As Christmas Day approaches, Rt. Rev. Reuben B Kisembo Amooti, Bishop of Ruwenzori Diocese, has raised concerns about the lack of enforcement of traffic laws by the police, leading to a surge in accidents during festive seasons. Despite the visible presence of traffic police on the roads, Bishop Kisembo asserts that people […]
Continue ReadingEngaging Men is Crucial in Combating Gender-Based Violence -Activist Mujungu
SYLVIA K In the effort to end gender-based violence (GBV) against girls and women in Uganda, the active involvement of men is crucial. This has been realized by Betty Mujungu, a women’s rights activist from Fort Portal, who stresses the key role of men as fathers in this fight during an exclusive interview. She emphasizes […]
Continue ReadingFr Sebastian Celebrates Silver Jubilee, Christians Urged to Normalize Thanking God for the Good Deeds
Fr. Ronald Musinguzi Rev. Fr. Sebastian Twinomugabi, the Parish Priest Kijuraneema, has celebrated a momentous occasion as he marked 25 years of his priesthood. The jubilant event took place yesterday December 9, 2023 at his parents’ residence in Rwimi Town Council, Bunyangabu District, drawing a congregation of priests, religious figures, politicians, business leaders, and well-wishers, […]
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