Kibaale residents speak out on corruption and land title delays
John Byarugaba, land surveyor for Kibaale, said all the land challenges were solved with land titles given to those registered.
Uganda’s border communities under scrutiny
For example, security assessments indicate that several recent gun-related incidents have been concentrated within the Palabek–Agoro border corridor, making the area a priority for intensified security surveillance.
Emmanuel Okello: Kole district engineer sacked over embezzlement of road funds
Among other reported fraudulent transactions, engineer Emmanuel Okello inflated fuel worth shs90.6 million in a separate 23 km road project in Kole district.
Government distributed hand hoes to boost agricultural production in Lamwo
Sarah Lakot, one of the beneficiaries from Agoro sub-county, said the hand hoe would enable her to expand the size of her garden and improve food production for her family.
UPDF MPs allocated to parliamentary committees
The UPDF MPs’ postings are spread across standing and sectoral committees.
Lamwo set for major road upgrade as govt rolls out 139km RUDSEC across northern Uganda
Besides Lamwo district, the rehabilitation programme will cover several strategic roads across Northern and Eastern Uganda.
Deputy RDC Magwar mobilises Amolatar for upcoming LC elections
In an interview with the press at his office on Wednesday, deputy RDC Magwar emphasised the importance of grassroots participation and outlined the government’s commitment to socio-economic transformation.
Bishop Charles Andaku reassures Christians amid worsening protestant church leadership crisis
Bishop Andaku Collins said the challenges facing Biyaya Protestant Church should therefore not come as a surprise to believers.
African communities demand land justice as mining expands across the continent
Tricia Abwooli, a lawyer working for GreenFaith Africa in Uganda, raised several urgent concerns, including forced displacement of families without meaningful consultation.
Minakulu-Oyam man found beheaded; 1 of 4 suspects lynched by mob
Police say they strongly condemn the act of mob action, which undermines the rule of law and denies suspects the right to a fair trial.
Bunyoro business owners raise concerns over high taxation, denied access to gov’t funds
Yahaya Kobwemi, the ED of Kitara Community Seed Bank for Social Transformation (KISE), remained concerned over the extreme rise in the cost of business operations, citing an increase in taxation, which he said paralyses most businesses.
Kole North MP Dr. Acuti appointed chairperson, parliamentary committee on science, tech. and innovation
MP Dr Acuti urged that the “Katwe technology” and similar grassroots innovations should not be overlooked but instead be sufficiently supported through tailored innovation programmes for Jua Kali and vocational artisans.