UEDCL Cracks Down on Vandalism, Warns of Tough Action Against Perpetrators
ALICE K Officials from the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) have vowed to intensify the crackdown on vandalism and unauthorized electricity connections, warning that culprits will face severe legal consequences. Speaking during a media engagement held on Tuesday evening at Night Rose Hotel in Fort Portal City, organized by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), […]
Continue Reading
Kitagwenda: Stella Maris Girls SS Bunena Seeks Gvt Intervention in Infrastructure Developmen
Editorial Stella Maris Girls Secondary School Bunena in Kitagwenda District has appealed for government intervention to address severe infrastructure shortages that administrators say are undermining effective learning. The Catholic-founded school, located in Kabujogera Town Council, is the only all-girls secondary school in the district and currently enrolls nearly 400 students. Despite the growing enrollment, the […]
Continue Reading
Kabarole Pass Motion to Split Burahya into Three Constituencies
LUCKY P Kabarole district council has enormously passed a motion splitting Burahya County into three parliamentary constituencies for improved services, taking services closer to the people and increased access to constituency development fund. The Motion tabled by Hon Amanyire John Kasweta the Hakibaale District Councillor was supported by all councilors without opposing, saying this […]
Continue Reading
Kabarole Lay a 29.7bn Budget Estimates for 2026/2027 Financial Year
LUCKY PATRICK Kabarole district has laid a 29.7bn budget estimates for the financial year 2026/2027 with health, education and administration estimated to get the highest share. According to Dr. Richard Rwabuhinga the District Chairperson, Health will be allocated 6.2bn, Education 9bn, Roads 1.8bn, water 574m, Production 1.9bn, Natural Resources 502m, Community Based Services 311m, Administration […]
Continue Reading
Reagan Musinguzi Kabarole District has registered rising malaria cases, with Kabende Sub County recording the highest number of infections between 2025 and February 2026. According to Catherine Kemigabo, the District Health Educator for Kabarole, Kabende recorded 2,306 positive malaria cases, representing 30.8 percent — the highest in the district. Kabende is followed by Busoro Town […]
Continue Reading
Authorities Reinforce Mpanga Bridge with Concrete to Replace Old Timber Structure
By CHRISTINE. Authorities in Fort Portal have moved to restore Mpanga Bridge following public outcry over its deteriorating condition. The bridge, which for years has served as a vital crossing point for business people and school-going children ,had severely deteriorated in recent months, raising safety concerns among residents. City authorities have now hired engineers to […]
Continue Reading
Concerns Rise in Fort Portal Over Lining up System in upcoming LC Elections
By CHRISTINE A Residents in Fort Portal City have expressed mixed reactions following the recent announcement by government to conduct long-awaited LC1 and LC2 elections. The Ministry of Local Government, led by Raphael Magyezi, together with minister of ICT and National guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, announced that LC1, LC2 and Women Council elections will be held […]
Continue Reading
Kabarole District Residents Harvesting Much From PDM Money
LUCKY Funds disbursed under the Parish Development Model (PDM) are transforming the economic landscape of Kabarole District, Western Uganda, where individuals previously confined to subsistence farming are now stepping into a brighter financial future. This innovative initiative, launched in the financial year 2021/2022, has empowered many households to transition into a middle-income economy, with some […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Speaks Out Against Noise Pollution in Fort Portal
Alice K The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa, has called on the Fort Portal authorities to establish and enforce bylaws to curb noise pollution in the city. Speaking yesterday during the 4th graduation of survivors of human trafficking the function held at Sisters of the Holy Cross Justice, Peace […]
Continue Reading