MP Dr Samuel Opio Acuti said the centers have significantly impacted youth skills development not only in Kole but across the entire Lango sub-region.
Year: 2026
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Fisherman, 18, drowns in Lake Kyoga; search ongoing
The fishermen were using illegal fishing gear, specifically a small boat, regional police PRO for North Kyoga, said on Tuesday.
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Political chameleonism, democratic erosion: Museveni, Mao and de-democratisation
The concept of political chameleonism captures a governance phenomenon increasingly visible across Africa, yet insufficiently theorised.
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Key suspects aged 13, 16, and 20 in Lira City burglary and theft case arrested
Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects gained entry into the complainant’s house by breaking through the door.
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Ishaa Otto Amiza: Welcoming Yoweri Museveni for elections victory in Lango
NRM cadres know that if you don’t get your share of reward now, it will take another five years to wait for campaign benefits from President Museveni.
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North Kyoga RTO warns drivers against overspeeding, careless overtaking
Daniel Oding, an instructor from Good Motor Driving School in Lira encourages drivers to embrace refresher courses and capacity building training.
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Lira regional referral hospital condemns certain cultural practices like “kwanyo gi dwon”
Dr. Andrew Odur, the acting director of Lira regional referral hospital, informed the press about the hospital’s status and the health department’s struggle against non-communicable diseases.
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Gracious’ Atine Solomon, 18, to fly to Russia for Chemistry Mendelev Olympiad
In 2025, St Gracious SS participated in the 59th edition of the competition in Brazil, where its students helped Uganda emerge second in Africa, behind South Africa.
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“Go away!” Oumolao clan chief Joe Otim accused by subjects of clinging to office
Joe Otim has been in office since 2008, and Felix Adupa Ongwech has urged him to organise a fresh election and go away.
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Evicted Hoima street vendors set for relocation near Lagoon
William Musinguzi, the Duhaga Roundabout Vendor’s chairperson appreciated the efforts by the area woman MP Asinansi Nyakato Kamanda in ensuring that vendors’ needs are fulfilled.
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Lamwo security team engages South Sudan governor over rising cattle raids, border insecurity
The Uganda–South Sudan border, particularly in the Acholi sub-region, has remained vulnerable due to its vast and often unmonitored stretches, which make it easy for criminals to cross undetected.
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Shs8.8b Eco Food Project sparks hope in northern Uganda
Speaking during the project engagement meeting, Mawa Alatawa, the Head of Programs at Cerford, emphasised the collaborative effort behind the initiative and its intended beneficiaries.