UHRC clarifies: ‘Adultery no longer a criminal offense but criminal trespass’
The UHRC announcement has drawn diverse reactions from Ugandans across the country.
Author: By Vincent Kaguta
Admin., edu., and sports take lion’s share of Lamwo district’s 2025/26 budget
Anna Aciro, female councilor five for Paloga sub-county, expressed concern about the low budget allocation to youth-related programs.
UHRC rallies Acholi to defend electoral rights and promote peaceful elections
As Uganda prepares for future elections, UHRC’s work in Acholi lays the groundwork for a more equitable and participatory democratic process.
Padibe market construction to begin after environmental approval
The development of Padibe market faced initial setbacks due to issues with land ownership.
Accelerated education program aims to handle school dropouts in Lamwo district
The Lamwo District Education Officer, Banabas Langoya, has called upon parents, guardians, and community leaders to actively support the initiative.
Lamwo moves to secure land titles for 6 schools to curb land grabbing
Patrick Ocan, the Lamwo district education officer, said the move is part of broader government efforts to improve school infrastructure and administration.
“White gold of Lamwo”: Prof. Amone champions simsim as key to farmers’ prosperity
“Simsim has become the backbone of farming in Lamwo,” Prof. Amone explains during a recent interview in Palabek Kal.
Kitgum’s arts teachers join nationwide strike over unfulfilled salary promises
“I understand the arts teachers are fighting for their rights, but this strike will affect our children. We hope the government can act quickly so our students don’t suffer,” said Beatrice Akello, a parent from Kitgum Central.
Lamwo: Widow withholds NRM official stamps over shs12m unpaid rent
David Ochen Ocheng, the NRM administrative secretary for Lamwo district, acknowledged the rental dispute and denied the unpaid rent but urged the widow to follow proper channels.
Balaalo land occupation sparks political-cultural outrage in Acholi
Otto said if the government fails to permanently remove the Balaalo pastoralists from Acholi land, the government ought to go.
PDM scandal: Millions recovered in Lamwo ghost name fraud probe
Local leaders have also been urged to monitor PDM implementation more closely and ensure transparency in the beneficiary selection process.
Lamwo staff slammed for ‘corruption of the highest order’
Lamwo district leadership is now faced with a critical test on corruption, to clean up the civil service and restore