People

Counsel Denis Kiiza, the kingdom legal officer, said that it is important for people to write balanced wills.

Many influential figures, including senior judges and legal professionals, are lobbying for the role, and Wangadya, along with other prominent names like Justice Musa Ssekaana, is seen as a potential candidate.

Sam Oyado, senior community development officer of Kotido district, says that much has not changed about gender based violence because of the different cultural norms.

In all these leadership fights, the Pakistan community in Lango have for years been commended for their generosity to the needy.

Community members are now appealing to the government and development partners implementing gender-related programs to review their strategies and ensure that both men and women are included.

The global theme for the 2026 IWD commemoration is “Give to Gain.”

“These are real humans and should be treated equally just like any other normal learner.”

The Lango sub-region has long been a cradle of influential leaders whose impact resonates nationally and internationally. 

By 2050 the population of persons above 60 years of age is projected to grow to 2.1 billion (nearly one-fifth of the total global population).

Innovation has become a necessity in the current turbulent times of disruption and weakening of the multilateral and political systems.

The 1995 Constitution, despite its flaws, envisioned a military under civilian control, says Prof Oweyegha-Afunaduula.

Through unity, accountability, and continued advocacy, the district is determined to build a safer environment where every adolescent girl can learn, grow, and thrive free from fear and early pregnancy.