How UXO has killed northerners after the LRA war
In March 2024, two children in Pader district sustained severe injuries when a UXO exploded as they played near their home.
Category: Northern News
Food price shocks: A leading cause of domestic violence in northern Uganda
While the findings of the WORUDET study reveal a bleak picture of the challenges faced by communities in northern Uganda, they also provide a roadmap for potential solutions.
FICH’s workable plans to improve primary education in northern Uganda
Together, FICH and partners are focusing on tackling factors that hinder learning, particularly issues related to parents, teachers, and school management committees (SMCs).
Acholi and Madi communities pledge to end Apaa land conflict
The Apaa land dispute traces back to 2006 when peace returned to Northern Uganda following two decades of insurgency by the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA).
NRM regional seat: Engola tells Obua, Ojede to “step aside” for him
The former minister also revealed that he used his personal resources to persuade people in the region to cooperate with the NRM government after it took power.
“Gen Salim Saleh shs49 billion” tears northern Uganda musicians
WALK was launched in Gulu City in December 2024, and promoters described it as a transformative force for both individuals in the greater northern music industry.
Navigator Nile transport opens boat drive from Kiryandongo to Oyam
Francis Okecha, the manager of Navigator Nile Transport says they have full services. They have vehicles that take passengers to Gulu City to Kamdini town; and Kampala to Mutunda.
Marketplace, a classroom for a teenage boy in northern Uganda
Okello is one of the many children in northern Uganda who are putting food on the table for families.
Stop it, northern dealers!
Northern Uganda charcoal dealers have been warned and advised to look out for environmentally friendly alternative.
Why citizens should participate in budget monitoring and tracking
Christina Namubiru, Project Coordinator for the Right to Grow at the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), told tndNews that the country’s sanitation, food security, and nutrition situation is dire and requires citizen collaboration.
Denmark aims to transform over 500 street kids in northern Uganda
Signe Winding Albjerg, the Ambassador of Denmark to Uganda, stated that the project will conclude in 2028.
Minister Dr. Omona urges collective action to combat northern poverty
Omona emphasised the importance of investing in education to lift northerners out of poverty, pledging to provide a quality education to every child in the area.