Bunyangabu ‘s Kalenzi Tasks Govt on Medical Tourism
EDITORIAL Residents of Bunyangabu District and the wider Tooro Sub-Region are expressing some hope of good representation following remarks by their representative, Victor Kalenzi, during the Ongoing week long Kyankwanzi engagement with the newly elected MPs. In a video clip, Kalenzi is seen addressing the President on the high cost of medical care, noting that […]
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Language Experts Call for Action to Save Runyoro-Rutooro from Decline
Clare N Language experts, educators, and religious leaders from the Tooro and Bunyoro sub-regions have intensified efforts to revive and preserve the authenticity of the Runyoro-Rutooro language amid growing concerns over its decline. The call was made over the weekend, during a Runyoro-Rutooro Language Workshop held at Panorama Hotel in Kyenjojo District, which brought together […]
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UPU Hosts First Ever Alumni Reunion, Vice Chancellor urges them to Stay Connected
Alice The Uganda Pentecostal University (UPU) have over the weekend hosted a vibrant alumni reunion, bringing together past students from various parts of the country and beyond. The theme of the gathering was ‘Reconnecting the Past, Strengthening the Future,’ emphasizing the importance of staying connected to one’s roots. The event, held at the UPU main […]
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Nandutu Sentenced to Four years in Iron Sheet Scandal
Editorial Former Karamoja Affairs Minister Agnes Nandutu has been sentenced to four years in prison over her involvement in the government iron sheets scandal. The Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court , earlier today found her guilty of illegally possessing iron sheets meant for vulnerable communities in Karamoja. Trial judge Jane Okuo ruled that the […]
Continue ReadingKikuube LC5 Chairman Banura Laid to Rest, Leaders Raise Alarm Over Road Accidents
Leaders have raised concern over the rising number of road accidents in Uganda during the burial of Kikuube District Chairperson Peter Banura aged 48, who died in a road crash over the weekend. Banura, son of veteran soldier Matayo Kyaligonza, was yesterday laid to rest in Kikuube District following a requiem mass led by Vincent […]
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25-Year-Old Arrested in Fort Portal Defilement Case
Sylvia K A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Fort Portal City over allegations of defilement involving a 14-year-old girl. The suspect has been identified as Basaija Charles, a boda boda rider operating at Gweri Kagusu stage. News confirmed by the police, indicates that the incident occurred on Wednesday night at around 8:00 p.m. in […]
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Anthrax Threat Grows in Kitagwenda District
EDITORIAL Health authorities in Kitagwenda District have raised concern over a sharp rise in suspected anthrax cases, with numbers doubling from 10 to 20 within just one week. The Acting District Health Officer, Irene Kahimakazi, says the situation is worrying and is urging residents to strictly follow public health guidelines as efforts to contain a […]
Continue ReadingGovernment Injects 310 Billion Shillings to Rescue Struggling Tea Sector
Alice The government of Uganda has come to the rescue of the country’s tea sector with a massive injection of 310 billion shillings. The funds, directed by President Yoweri Museveni, will be allocated to tea factories, fertilizer subsidies for growers, and settling arrears for seedling suppliers. While speaking during the Uganda Tea Association with the […]
Continue ReadingPope Leo Rolls Our Theme for World Day of Immigrants and Refugees
Pope Leo XIV has announced the theme for the 2026 World Day of Migrants and Refugees, focusing on minors on the move. Titled “Even just one of these children,” the theme highlights the Church’s call to welcome and protect every child, in line with the Gospel teaching that welcoming a child is like welcoming Christ. […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Schools Trained on EMIS Data Management
By CHRISTINE Fort Portal City has conducted a one-day training on the Education Management Information System, bringing together headteachers and teachers from both government and private primary schools in the North and Central divisions. The training which was held yesterday at Butebe primary school, focused on equipping school leaders with skills to accurately capture, update, […]
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