The YouLead Summit brings together young leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Africa to dialogue, share ideas, and forge partnerships for regional development and youth empowerment.
Author: Nancy Atim
Nancy Atim is an award-winning Journalist. She's the publication's Sub-Regional Correspondent for Lango Sub-region based in Lira City.
Posted inCrime
Jinja: Heartless teacher charged with aggravated homosexuality against boy, 11
The Penal Code Act (Cap 120) criminalizes sexual offences deemed “against the order of nature,” with Sections 145 and 146 prescribing heavy penalties for such acts or attempts thereof.
Posted inNews
UN Women pushes strong gender plan at COP30
UN Women insists that achieving gender equality and climate justice requires women’s full, equal, and meaningful participation in all levels of climate decision-making.
Posted inCrime
Mandazi seller arrested over alleged rape in Jinja
A specialized team from the Kiira Regional Child and Family Protection Unit, led by SP Agnes Nampijja, has taken over the victim’s case.
Posted inPolitics
EC warns security agencies on 2026 elections
Justice Byabakama also urged candidates, security personnel, and the electorate to coordinate with the Electoral Commission to ensure peaceful, transparent, and credible elections.
Posted inNews
UN marks international day to end impunity for crimes against journalists
The Secretary-General urged all governments to investigate every case, prosecute perpetrators, and ensure journalists can perform their duties freely.
Posted inEducation
Kiira police commander sends appeals to schools ahead of P7 exams
Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) will start on Monday and end on Tuesday November 4, 2025.
Posted inSecurity
Kiira region police strategies boost community safety
PRO SP James Mubi, the general public has greatly appreciated the policing strategies and initiatives of the Regional Police Commander for their dedicated service in ensuring continuous public safety and security.
Posted inFeatured
IDEI2025: Lira journalists unite to demand an end to impunity
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists for Uganda was localised with media organisations like Lango Women Media Association and Great Lakes Centre for Strategic Media Studies selected by ACME and UNESCO to convene it in Lira City.
Posted inInnovation
MTN Uganda opens inclusive ICT lab in Lira
Other MTN Uganda project beneficiaries include Kisoro Demonstration Primary School, St. Francis Primary School for the Blind Madera, Iganga Secondary School, and Gulu High School.
Posted inPolitics
EC receives 60,000 biometric kits for 2026 elections
On January 15, each voter will be biometrically verified before he or she is given a ballot paper to cast a vote.
Posted inCrime
Alleged fake lawyer arrested in Kayunga
Police have urged anyone who may have been victimised by the suspect to come forward and open cases.