Fort Portal: Evicted vendors from Kampala,Kamwenge Roads Relocated to Container Village
Kaboha Fort portal City Council has agreed to relocate street vendors that were recently evicted from Kampala and Kamwenge road to Mpanga container village marking the end of running battles and frustration At the beginning of March 2026, Fort portal city Council evicted hundreds of street vendors accusing them of operating illegally. A team of […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal City Council Approves Shs38 Billion Budget for 2026/2027 Financial Year
by Lucky p Fort Portal City Council has officially approved a budget of Shs38 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year, marking a significant increase of Shs7.2 billion from the Shs30.8 billion budgeted for the previous financial year, 2025/2026. The budget estimates were presented to the council on Wednesday by Deputy Mayor Mujungu Betty during a […]
Continue ReadingSt. John’s Cathedral Marks Holy Thursday with Message of Humility and Redemption
Alice Christians of St. John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal City yesterday gathered to commemorate Holy Thursday. The Vicar, Rev. Canon Peluce Kajumba, led the service with a call to reflect on the preciousness of Jesus’ blood, shed for humanity’s salvation During the service, Rev. Kajumba emphasized the significance of identifying with the blood of Jesus, […]
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Christians Asked to Shun Pride and Embrace Meaningful Service
Clare N Christians have been urged to prioritize genuine service marked by humility, and refrain from attitudes of pride or superiority over others. The call was made yesterday by Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, during his homily at the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper at Virika Cathedral, […]
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Fort Portal Diocese Strengthens Steps to Safeguard Children, Set to Unveil a Child protection policy
Clare N As a way of creating a safer environment for children, the Diocese of Fort Portal is set to unveil a Child Protection Policy. The document will be distributed among clergy, religious, and lay faithful involved in children’s ministry. Addressing clergy gathered at the Bishop’s Residence yesterday to celebrate the renewal of priestly promises, […]
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Community Relief as Stray Elephant Relocated from Kamwenge
EDITORIAL Residents of Kamwenge District can finally breathe a sigh of relief after a stray elephant that had terrorized communities for months was safely captured and relocated to Kibale National Park. The Uganda Wildlife Authority confirmed the operation in a statement shared on its X platform, calling it a major milestone for both community […]
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Hoima Diocese Marks Chrism Mass with Call for Spiritual Renewal
EDITORIAL The Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese, Vincent Kirabo Amooti, has called on Priests and the lay Christians to comfort and pray for one another, especially during challenging times. Delivering his homily during the Chrism Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Bujumbura Cathedral, Bishop Kirabo noted that many believers today are burdened with worries, and […]
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Kabarole Leaders Unite to Tackle Rising HIV Infections
LUCKY P Authorities in Kabarole District have intensified efforts to combat the rising rate of HIV infections, calling for coordinated action among stakeholders and communities. During a stakeholders’ engagement held on Tuesday at New Fort View Hotel in Fort Portal, leaders expressed concern over the district’s HIV prevalence rate, which stands at 9.4%, significantly higher […]
Continue ReadingTooro Kingdom Hands over 50 acre Land to the Government construction of a Foot Ball stadium
By Sylvia The Tooro kingdom has yesterday officially handed over 50 acre land to the government under the ministry of education and sports aimed at constructing a football stadium. The land was handed over to the state minister in charge of education and sports Peter Ogwang at the kingdom headquarters Mucwa Fort Portal city. Speaking […]
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Bishop Rubaramira Cautions Priests on Misleading Wealth Teachings
EDITORIAL The Bishop of Kabale Diocese, Rt. Rev. Callist Rubaramira, has cautioned Catholic priests against the growing influence of prosperity gospel teachings, warning that many Christians are being misled by promises of quick wealth and miracle solutions to poverty. Speaking yesterday during the Chrism Mass at Our Lady of Good Shepherd Rushoroza Cathedral in […]
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