Rwabuhinga Speaks out on Rwenzori Katebwa Civilian War Dispute
Alice K The Kabarole District Chairperson, Richard Rwabuhinga, has weighed in on the leadership dispute within the Rwenzori Katebwa Civilian War Veterans Association. The Controversy The controversy revolves around John Kinuge, who claims to be the chairperson, and his alleged attempts to control both Fort Portal City and Kabarole District. This has led […]
Continue ReadingOver 20,000 Pilgrims Enthrong Kooki Haibaale in Hoima to Commemorate Martyr Andrea Kawha
Christians are encouraged to emulate the Uganda Martyrs’ dedication to hard work alongside their faith duties. The message was delivered over the weekend, May 26, by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, while addressing thousands of pilgrims at Kooki Haibaale in the Hoima Diocese to commemorate St.Adrea Kawha, a Ugandan Martyr […]
Continue ReadingRotary Club Empowers Locals with Training in Sanitary Pad Manufacturing
In a promising development for girls in Kyenjojo district, a new program has emerged spearheaded by the Rotary e-Club of Uganda Global, in collaboration with Eco-Pads Company, aiming to produce reusable sanitary towels locally. This initiative, part of the “Butiiti Adopt a Community Global Grant Project” valued at 1.2 billion Shillings, was officially launched […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal : Priests Called Upon to Prioritize Unity in Diversity
Alice Yesterday, the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese joined the rest of the catholic church world over to celebrate Chrism Mass , a customary event observed annually during Holy Week. During this solemn ceremony, priests reaffirm the promises made at their ordination, and consecrate the oils of holy chrism, catechumens, and the sick. Call for unity […]
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Priest Encourages Christians to Prioritize Ash Wednesday; Suggests Celebrating Valentine’s on ‘Another Day’ if Necessary
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Baguma, the Parish Priest St. Charles Lwanga City Parish, has encouraged Christians, especially Catholics, to prioritize Ash Wednesday over Valentine’s Day this year. With Ash Wednesday falling on February 14th, a day typically associated with Valentine’s Day celebrations in Uganda, marked by gift exchanges and festivities, Fr. Baguma stressed the […]
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Kabarole: Mairungi/Khat Growers to Sue Government Over Signed Narcotics & Psychotropic Substances Control
Kaboha Mairungi / Khat growers under their umbrella body Kabarole Mairungi/Khat Growers and Transporters Association have threaten to sue the government over the Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Control Act 2023 that has been signed into law. The law Thomas Tayebwa the Parliament Deputy speaker on Tuesday announced that President Museveni has signed into law […]
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Bunyangabu Placed Under Livestock quarantine Over Foot and Mouth Disease
Kaboha Bunyangabu District Put has been placed under Quarantine Restrictions following an outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the district. According to letter dated 6th February2024 signed by Dr. Ann Rose Ademun Commissioner for Animal Health in the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Foot and Mouth Disease was first reported in […]
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 […]
Continue ReadingRwenzori Residents Warned on Security Matters
Kenneth Musiimenta Residents living in the Rwenzori region have been asked to be security conscious and vigilant in a bid to fight insecurity in our communities. The caution has been sounded by Mrs. Christine Muhindo the Senior Presidential advisor who doubles as the National Treasurer NRM Women’s league and in charge of veterans for […]
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