Court of Appeal Commences Hearings in Fort Portal
By Lucky Patrick The Court of Appeal has officially commenced a series of hearings in Fort Portal city. The sessions, which began today at the fort portal high court in boma, are part of the court’s efforts to bring justice closer to the people by holding hearings outside its usual venue in Kampala and also […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Diocese Set to Welcome its 35th Parish, Uganda Martyr’s Rugombe
Clare All is set for the inauguration of the 35th parish in the Diocese of Fort Portal, named Uganda Martyrs Rugombe Catholic Parish, located in Rugombe Town Council, Kyenjojo District,in an event scheduled for tomorrow, October 13, 2024. Mr. Patrick Siisa, in charge of publicity for the organizing committee, stated that preparations are nearly complete, […]
Continue ReadingOmukama Oyo’s Visit to Warri Cultivates New Opportunities
Clare The Tooro Kingdom is set to secure a promising deal following the fruitful royal visit of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV to the Kingdom of Warri in Delta State, Nigeria. Yesterday, the King took to his X handle to express gratitude to His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III for the warm reception, emphasizing […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Calls on Bundibugyo Community to Invest in Children’s Education
Clare Residents of Bundibugyo have been encouraged to support their children’s education to better prepare them for Uganda’s competitive job market. This appeal was yesterday made by Bishop Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese during a celebration marking 85 years of Mr. Zaverio Bitigale, an ADF survivor, and 25 years […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Urges Political Leaders to Champion National Progress
Clare As Uganda marks 62 years of independence, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa, Ordinary of the Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, has urged government leaders to prioritize activities that promote national development rather than regression. The Bishop made these remarks during his homily at a celebration for Mr. Zaverio Bitigale the Father to Fr Godfrey […]
Continue ReadingTeachers in Uganda Grappling With Stress and Poor Living Conditions
By Sylvia On Saturday, October 5, teachers in Uganda joined their counterparts worldwide to highlight a growing crisis: between 2021 and 2023, at least 1,278 teachers have died due to stress. Gaki Stephen, coordinator of the Rwenzori Albertine Head Teachers Association and chairperson of the Fort Portal Primary Head Teachers Association, reported that in 2021, […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Youth Tipped on Healthy Lifestyles for Longevity
Kaboha Last week Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Uganda joined the rest of the world to celebrate the International Day for Old Persons under the theme; “Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Older Persons is Everyone’s Responsibility because Aging is not optional.” John Kinuge Apuuli of Nyango village, Kazingo ward, North Division of […]
Continue ReadingVisit Your Candidate Children Before UNEB- Parents Advised
Clare As the UNEB examinations for P.7, S.4, and S.6 approach, Mr. Patrick Ategeka, the Senior Education Officer for Fort Portal City, has encouraged parents to visit their candidate students to ensure everything is in order for them to sit the UNEB exams. Mr. Ategeka made these remarks yesterday during a dedication ceremony […]
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Court orders Bunyoro King to be airlifted for specialized treatment
Editorial The Hoima High Court Judge Jesse Byaruhanga has ruled that the King of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Dr. Solomon Gafabusa Agutamba Rukirabasiija Iguru be taken for specialized treatment in India. The ruling was a result of an application filed in 2014 by Prince Apolo Kisoro, the former Bunyoro Kingdom Minister for Tourism and Personal Assistant […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Calls For Peace in Families Amid Mushrooming Cases of Domestic Violence
Clare The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has reiterated the urgent need for peace and unity within families as a crucial step in combating domestic violence. He made this statement during a Thanksgiving Mass and housewarming ceremony for Mr. and Mrs. Leopoda Tibamanya, gifted to them by their […]
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