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 […]
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Security Guard Found Dead in Suspected Suicide in Fort Portal
EDITORIAL A security guard attached to Pinnacle Security Company Limited has been found dead in what police are treating as a suspected suicide in Fort Portal Tourism City. The incident happened on Monday evening at around 6:00pm in Rukidi III Cell, Baazar Ward, Central Division. According to preliminary police information, the deceased has been identified […]
Continue ReadingLC1 Chairperson Calls for Adequate Campaign Time Ahead of Local Council Elections
By Alice The LC1 Chairperson of Kitumba Kaihokwa Cell in Fort Portal City, James Ruhweza, who is seeking re-election, has called on the Electoral Commission of Uganda to provide adequate time for candidates to campaign ahead of the forthcoming Local Council I (LCI) elections. According to the Electoral Commission, the LC1 elections are scheduled to […]
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Women Play Key Role in National Development — Fort Portal Deputy Mayor
By Sylvia Women have played a significant role in the development of the country due to improved gender equality, according to the Deputy Mayor of Fort Portal, Betty Mujungu. Speaking in an exclusive interview with our reporter during celebrations of International Women’s Day, Mujungu said women continue to make major contributions in various sectors that […]
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 […]
Continue ReadingCrown Beverages Launches PET Collection Centre in Fort Portal
By Reagan Musinguzi Crown Beverages Limited has launched a PET plastic collection centre in Fort Portal as part of efforts to strengthen plastic waste management and promote environmental sustainability. The facility, located in Kitumba, was established in partnership with WastePays through its recycling arm, Ecoplastile. The initiative aims to improve the collection and recycling of […]
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FortPortal City Clerk Orders Immediate Relocation of Illegal Structures and Vendors
Fort Portal City Town Clerk Mr. Ocen Ambrose has issued an urgent directive mandating the immediate relocation of all illegal building constructors, kiosk owners, and street vendors by March 15, 2026, ahead of a planned enforcement operation. This decisive action aims to address the growing concern over unauthorized structures that jeopardize public safety and contribute […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Calls for Mutual Respect Between Men and Women for Stronger communitiesBishop Muhiirwa Calls for Mutual Respect Between Men and Women for Stronger Communities
As the world marked International Women’s Day yesterday March 8, men have been urged to respect and support women in order to build stronger communities and a better world. The call was made by the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fort Portal, Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, during an interview with Jubilee Radio ahead […]
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