Lamwo leaders promise better service delivery and accountability
Aloyo Concy Immaculate pledged to promote responsible management of public resources and evidence-based planning.
Author: By Vincent Kaguta
Lamwo leaders push for land titling to unlock government infrastructure development
Akor Joanita, a local businesswoman, believes improved administrative infrastructure would strengthen service delivery and reduce inconveniences faced by residents.
Lamwo shatters political glass ceiling as Doris Abalo becomes first female council speaker
Human rights activist Okongo Morgan Joel challenged the new district leadership to prioritise unity and avoid the political camps that previously affected district operations.
Kitgum municipal mayor Okwera Richard names team
Speaking after the approval of the appointments, Okwera described the team as experienced and capable of addressing the municipality’s growing urban challenges.
Vocational skills – northern Uganda’s hope for jobs among youth
Vocational skills are marketable everywhere,” Odwar Thomas, an instructor in the department of BCP at Tara Vocational Institute.
How rural operating theaters improve emergency health services
Dr. Patrick Kijumi, the Lamwo District Health Officer also in-charge Padibe Health Centre IV, said rural operating theatres have significantly improved emergency healthcare delivery.
Lamwo district targets shs456 million in local revenue collection in financial year 2026/2027
District authorities say the revenue will be mobilised from various local sources, including trade licenses, market dues, and business registration fees, among others.
Education sector takes largest share of Lamwo district’s shs35.4 billion budget
Chairperson for human capital development, Ouma Vincent, said the increased allocation to the education sector was influenced by the district’s poor performance in the previous Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).
Lamwo district approves retirement plan for 15 civil servants ahead of 2026/2027 fiscal year
Secretary for Finance, Planning and Administration, Odongmadiki David, who said the district was taking deliberate steps to prepare early for the retirement of long-serving civil servants.
Rains lay bare Lamwo’s crumbling roads despite shs1.5 billion allocation
Drivers, boda-boda riders, traders, and passengers say transport costs have sharply increased as vehicles frequently get stuck or avoid the roads altogether.
Litengi villagers end 15-year struggle with unsafe water sources
Lamwo: Akongo Leonora, a resident living with a disability, said the new water source has eased the physical burden she previously endured.
Lamwo council passes budget despite sitting confusion
Lamwo council noted that additional funds from government and development partners could increase the current estimates before full implementation.