Kabarole District Leaders Commend Progress on UGX 982 Million Headquarters Project
By Lucky Patrick Kabarole District Chairperson Kimome Ruben Araali Makubebe has commended the progress of construction works on the fourth phase of the Kabarole District headquarters in Busoro Town Council, pledging the district leadership’s continued support towards the successful completion of the project. Kimome made the remarks during a monitoring visit to the construction site […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Saaka Road Users Excited as Road Upgrade Works Kickoff
Kaboha Residents and local leaders in Fort portal city have expressed immense relief and excitement as construction finally begin on the long neglected Kagote – Saaka road following years of poor conditions and unfulfilled government pledges to upgrade it with tarmac The vital 8km stretch connects the city to the Mountains of the Moon University, […]
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Burahya Edge Fort Portal City Isaza – Qualifies to finals ready to meet Mwenge South in MTN Tooro kingdom masaza cup
The stage is officially set for the grand finale of the Tooro Kingdom MTN Amasaza Cup. Burahya secured their spot in the championship match after playing out a tense 1-1 draw against Fort Portal City in the second leg of the semi-finals held at St. Paul’s Major Seminary on 18th October 2025 Entering the match […]
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Virika Cathedral Renovation Project Worth UGX 3.460 Billion Officially Closed
Alice The five-year Virika Cathedral renovation project, which cost 3.460 billion shillings, has officially been closed, with the project committee handing over its final reports to the Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa. The official closure ceremony was held over the weekend at Arch Echo Lodge Hotel in Harubaho, Fort […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal boda Riders Protest Proposed Taxes on Them
By Sylvia The Fort Portal city Boda boda riders have vowed not to pay the proposed new tax on the country’s estimated 1 million to 1.2 million boda boda as proposed by the Local Government Finance Commission. Isaac Musumba, Chairperson of the Local Government Finance Commission, announced the plan during the weekend. Speaking to our […]
Continue ReadingRwenzori West Registers 48% Human Trafficking Cases
By Sylvia The Ministry of Internal Affairs has revealed that Rwenzori West has registered 48% human trafficking cases, placing it 10th countrywide. According to Rukuna Memory from the ministry, the region, which comprises Kamwenge, Kyenjojo, Ntoroko, Bunyangabu, Kyegegwa Fort Portal, Kabarole and Kitagwenda, recorded 48% cases last year. Kyegegwa came top with 23%, followed by […]
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MMU Student Found Dead Along Kasindikwa–Mugoma Road
Kaboha A student of Mountains of the Moon University (MMU), identified as Linda Abel, was reportedly found dead along the Kasindikwa–Mugoma Road in Fort Portal City’s North Division earlier this morning According to preliminary information available, Linda was allegedly attacked and stabbed by unknown people before being left lying along the roadside. The circumstances surrounding […]
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Fort Portal: Bus Operations Continue Despite UBDA’s Peaceful Industrial Notice
By Sunday Alozio Despite a notice issued by the United Bus Drivers Association (UBDA) on October 8, announcing a peaceful industrial action to temporarily park buses over unresolved concerns regarding drivers’ badges, refresher training requirements, associated costs, and other requirements, bus operators in Fort Portal city have continued to operate normally. Our reporter visited bus […]
Continue ReadingOmukama Nyabongo calls for cooperation with Muslim community
Sylvia The Omukama of Tooro, HRH Edward Rukidi Nyabongo the First, has called for a mutual working relationship between the Kingdom and the Muslim community. He made the call yesterday during Juma prayers at Kabarole Main Mosque in Fort Portal City. The Omukama said unity and cooperation between the Kingdom and Muslims is key to […]
Continue ReadingBeyond the Flag;Fort Portal wants Freedom That Feeds and Serves
By christine As Uganda marked 64 years of independence, yesterday, residents of Fort Portal City say the government should go beyond celebrating freedom from colonial rule, and focus on true freedom through better service delivery and respect for human rights. The national celebrations were held at State House Entebbe under the theme “Embracing Our […]
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