Mugaba Palace Reopens to Showcase Banyankole Heritage
EDITORIAL The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has officially reopened Mugaba Palace in western Uganda after years of renovation, marking a major step in promoting cultural tourism in the region. Once home to the Omugabe, or King, of the Ankole Kingdom, the palace had fallen into disrepair following the abolition of traditional kingdoms in […]
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DEOs Blamed for Poor Learner Performance in Kabarole District
By Sylvia District Education Officers (DEOs) and other education officials have been blamed for the declining academic performance of learners in Kabarole District. For about three years, Kabarole District has registered poor results in the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE). According to stakeholders, the district and Fort Portal City were previously ranked among the best-performing areas […]
Continue ReadingJournalists in Western Uganda Trained on Standards and Consumer Protection
By Christine Journalists from Western Uganda have been urged to equip themselves with knowledge and skills on standards, quality assurance, and accurate measurements to improve reporting on consumer protection issues. The call was made during a four-day training organized by Uganda National Bureau of Standards-UNBS in partnership with TradeMark Africa and Ultimate Media. The training, […]
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Tooro Kingdom Revives Clan Football Tournament to Promote Unity
By Reagan Musinguzi Tooro Kingdom has revived its clan football tournament as part of efforts to strengthen unity and cultural identity among its people ahead of the upcoming Masaza games. The announcement was made on Monday during a meeting of clan heads and representatives held at Mucwa Parliament Hall. The meeting was organized by the […]
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NRDI Warns Rwenzori Residents to Heed Weather Alerts and Protect the EnvironmentNRDI Warns Rwenzori Residents to Heed Weather Alerts and Protect the Environment
by lucky Patrick Residents in the Rwenzori region have been urged to take weather warnings seriously and adopt environmental conservation practices to reduce the risk of disasters such as floods and landslides. The call was made by the Executive Director of the National Resources Defense Initiatives (NRDI), Edger Muganzi, who warned that the Rwenzori region […]
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Survivors of Human Trafficking Narrate Ordeals, Urge Public to Stay Vigilant
Alice K Survivors of human trafficking have recounted their traumatic experiences, shedding light on the pervasive threat of human trafficking in Uganda. Over the weekend during the graduation ceremony held at Sisters of the Holy Cross Justice, Peace and Rehabilitation Centre in Kitumba Fort Portal city, survivors shared their stories, urging the public to […]
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Role of a Deanery in Catholic Church Explained as Bishop Muhiirwa Increases Deaneries in Fort Portal Diocese
Kaboha Rev. Fr. Gerald Akugizibwe the pastoral coordinator Fort Portal Catholic Diocese has explained the core purpose of a deanery in the Catholic Church days after the creation of two new deaneries in Fort Portal Diocese. Bishop Robert K Muhiirwa of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese recently announced the establishment of two new deaneries aimed at […]
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Thirty Three Graduate at 4th Ceremony of Sisters of the Holy Cross Justice, Peace & Rehabilitation Centre
Alice A total of 33 survivors of human trafficking have today graduated with vocational skills certification at the Sisters of the Holy Cross Justice, Peace and Rehabilitation Center the function held in Kitumba Fort Portal City They graduated in tailoring, knitting, hair dressing, juice processing among others. Speaking during the ceremony, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert […]
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Fort Portal Bids Farewell to Veteran Priest Msgr Kumaraki
Clare N The Diocese of Fort Portal has finally laid to rest its veteran priest, Msgr Peter Kumaraki Araali, who passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2026, at Nsambya Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment. According to the Chancellor of the Diocese, Fr John K.Tumuhairwe, Msgr Kumaraki battled Pressure, diabetes and Cancer . Presiding […]
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Bishop Muhiirwa Urges Faithful to Reduce Phone Use and Strengthen Prayer Life During Lent
Clare N The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt.Rev.Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki has urged Christians to take the Lenten season as a time to reflect more deeply on their daily lives and to fast from what they love most, rather than limiting themselves only to abstaining from meat on Fridays and Ash Wednesday. He made […]
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