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.
Author: By Vincent Kaguta
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.
Lamwo district approves action plan to curb GBV, protect women, girls and refugees
Paloga sub‑county female councillor Aciro Anna has welcomed the move, noting that rural women still face domestic violence, early marriages, and economic exclusion.
Lamwo district awaits council approval on livestock vaccination fees
Dr. Stanely Avudraga, the Lamwo district veterinary officer, said many farmers have become reluctant to regularly spray their animals, resulting in increasing cases of tick infestation in several sub-counties.
Lamwo district expands coffee production amid agricultural challenges
Sisto Ocen Oyet, the Lamwo district chairperson described coffee farming as a transformative opportunity capable of changing livelihoods across the district if communities fully embrace it.
Lamwo advances private sector and market access agenda to boost local economy
Lamwo district founcillor for Palabek, Achan Jackline pointed to the critical role of infrastructure in supporting economic activity, particularly in rural areas.