UPDF: South Sudan cattle warriors among 18 killed since January
At least 18 Karamojong and South Sudanese cattle warriors have been killed since January 2026, the UPDF’s 5th Division has announced.
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URA explains border tax pressure as South Sudan official raises concerns
Lamwo Resident District Commissioner William Komakech asked URA to investigate the complaints and establish whether all the people collecting money from traders were actually authorised URA officials.
Uganda, South Sudan seek deal to resume border road works
Ugandan officials are calling for the extension of the Kitgum–Ngomoromo road to Pogee on the South Sudan border.
Uganda to advance Lamwo-South Sudan road extension amid border dispute
The road also forms part of wider efforts to strengthen economic links between northern Uganda and neighbouring South Sudan.
Palabek cross-border peace prayer expected to strengthen Uganda–South Sudan relations
The border between Uganda and South Sudan has long been an important meeting point for communities involved in trade, farming, family relations and other social activities.
The new crackdown on charcoal burning, trade in Northern Uganda
Maj Gen Busizoori said the fight against charcoal burning should not be viewed solely as enforcement of the Executive Order.
Top Story: King Ceaser Mulenga’s Gemtel deal in South Sudan hits snag
In 2006, King Ceaser, the I-Telecom’s CEO and the then proprietor of Gemtel, secured a franchise from Uganda Telecom Ltd (UTL) to use its national code (+256) in South Sudan.
Akullu Grace pledges cross-border women peace initiative for Lamwo and South Sudan
My vision is to create a cross-border women’s platform for dialogue, trauma healing, peace education, and livelihood restoration, said Akullu.
Govt reassures public about President Salva Kiir’s health
The government of South Sudan has firmly refuted reports claiming President Salva Kiir Mayardit is dead.
Lamwo demand urgent action on South Sudan border security
Lamwo leaders continue to call for immediate government action to address security concerns and prevent further loss of life and property.
NRM MPs approve deployment of UPDF in South Sudan
During a special sitting at State House Entebbe on Friday, NRM MPs recognized the historical commitment to patriotism, nationalism and Pan-Africanism in the pursuit of national security and regional stability in approving UPDF troops’ deployment in South Sudan.
Strategy to combat human trafficking along the Uganda-South Sudan border launched
South Sudan faces similar challenges, particularly in Nimule border, where trafficking remains rampant.