The expansion drastically eases pressure on the hospital, increasing the gynaecology ward’s capacity from just 10 beds to 45.
Month: March 2026
Posted inNational
Madi community accuses UPDF of fueling Zoka land conflict with Acholi settlers
The community is also raising concerns about the sale of land in the area, which they say is worsening the conflict.
Posted inCrime
Police arrest two murder suspects of a woman in Kakumiro
The suspects have been identified as Jordan Kibuka, 25, and Semata, also known as Kidewalime, 23.
Posted inNews
Ugandan soldiers finish geo-spatial mapping course
While the initial focus was on producing maps, URDC has since evolved into a fully digital geo-spatial capability.
Posted inCrime
Kiira police vows to arrest Muguluka armed robbers
RPC has instructed officers in the region to carry out joint intelligence operations to ensure peace, stability, and the eradication of criminal activities.
Posted inPeople
“Allow us in your schools” – appeals Lira learners with albinism
“These are real humans and should be treated equally just like any other normal learner.”
Posted inNews
Girl child education, hard work will push women even higher – says Hoima women leaders
The deputy mayor said that their intervention to the challenges has been enhancing women and youth through capacity building on hands-on skills.
Posted inAlebtong
Alebtong district receives iron sheets from OPM
Geoffrey Okiswa, the RDC of Alebtong, commended Obua for delivering on the government’s promise.
Posted inWildlife News
Baby girl, 1, seriously injured by a chimpanzee in Hoima
Edward Barongo, the LC1 chairman of Kidukuru village, noticed with concern the growing rate of chimpanzee-human attacks within his area of jurisdiction.
Posted inAlebtong
Amolatar RDC publicly names head teachers who forged promotion papers
The RDC warned against any attempts by certain actors to sabotage government programmes, emphasizing the need for unity and collaboration.
Posted inNews
UPDF conducts free medical outreach in Kamwokya ahead of International Women’s Day
Brig Gen Bainababo observed that Kamwokya was selected because of ongoing engagement between the UPDF and ghetto community structures working with General Salim Saleh.
Posted inCourt
Why has the Hoima magistrate blocked media coverage of court proceedings?
What is the way forward?