Cargo train kills pedestrian in Jinja
The train, with four wagons loaded with coils, collided with a pedestrian identified as Habiba Nabirye, who was walking on the railway line.
Author: By 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.
Local governments urged: “Accelerate 2026/27 budgets”
Addressing these concerns, MoFPED’s Assistant Commissioner for Budget Policy and Evaluation, Joseph Oloo Majanga, noted that the consultations were designed to capture local perspectives before the finalisation of the 2026/27 budget.
Jinja police dismiss the AC theft story
On Tuesday, September 16, false and misleading information began to circulate on social media alleging that the AC unit at the station had been stolen.
31 apprehended in Lira City intelligence-led operation
According to North Kyoga Police Public Relationship Officer, SP Patrick Jimmy Okema, all suspects have been detained at the station awaiting the screening exercise.
NEMA restores Nakiyanja wetland, enforces law
NEMA has emphasised that wetlands are not merely water bodies but critical components of Uganda’s natural heritage.
Teachers commit to boost learning through supervision and engagement
Despite steady enrollment under Universal Primary Education (UPE), learning outcomes remain critically low, with the study finding that 29 percent of pupils in Primary Three to Five are “non-readers,” unable to recognise even the letters of the alphabet.
FICH’s study shows significant social gaps in northern Uganda
Headteachers and district education officials cited weak supervision, limited capacity building, and low teacher remuneration as additional barriers.
Parliament demands renegotiation of $204.8million agriculture loan
According to the National Economy Committee’s findings, more than shs15.648 billion is earmarked for consultancy services, shs14.402 billion for training and workshops, and another shs9.791 billion for the purchase of vehicles.
NRM tribunal voids youth league poll in big blow to the Tangas
The NRM disputes tribunal emphasized that their decision is aimed at restoring confidence in the party’s internal electoral system.
WordCamp Lira 2025 inspires digital growth in communities
The growth of WordCamp in Lira represents a significant step in the region’s digital journey.
Kiira police rearrest duo over Kifubangabo murder
The duo had previously been accused of kidnap and aggravated robbery, with court ordering them to pay ten million shillings each in compensation.
From tailoring to tilapia: Lira man’s journey from sewing machines to sustainable wealth
Francis Ogwali, Production Officer of Lira district, emphasised that support for rural entrepreneurs like Obua comes partly through sub-county budgets and farmer linkages with stakeholders