According to district statistics, Kitgum has an estimated 81 to 83 percent safe water coverage overall, with roughly 89 percent access in rural areas.
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Otuke County MP Omara raises concern over debt burden in Uganda
Economist and former banker-turned-politician Omara Paul observed that out of the shs44 trillion URA is expected to collect, shs9.7 trillion is allocated to security, followed by shs11 trillion to human capital development, and over shs7 trillion to road infrastructure.
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UNBS closes several milling machines in Lango over hygiene and technical standards
The closure followed a grace period previously given to owners to improve their facilities, which many failed to do.
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Wananchi storm Dokolo police station, kill suspect
The police have urged members of the public are urged to always hand over suspects to relevant authorities for proper investigation and legal action.
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Gen. Sam Okiding warns against illegal fishing on Lake Kyoga
Local leaders, including Namsale sub-county LC3 chairperson Rembo Onguu, requested a one-month grace period to allow fishermen to prepare.
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North Kyoga region lists crimes likely during Museveni’s poll victory party in Lira City
Saying “security is a shared responsibility,” SP Okema reiterated police’s readiness and commitment to safeguarding the President’s visit and ensuring the safety of the general public.
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South Korea’s willingness to share its advanced military technology with UPDF
Col Kim Seha praised the UPDF for its role in maintaining peace and stability both within Uganda and across the region.
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Kibaale’s thief known as “god” killed by mob – police launch investigation
The body of “god” was taken to Kibaale Health Centre IV for postmortem.
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New Wazalendo SACCO board members assume office
Regional representation includes Capt Dathan Bunanukye (Western Region), Capt Isaac Bisaalu (Central Region), Capt Nathan Mwebasa (Northern Region), WOII Osuku Peter (West Nile), and WOII Bashaija Wilber (Eastern Region).
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Blood over boundaries: West Nile leaders condemn deadly Apaa land clashes
Bakole Rasual, the Regional Internal Security Officer (RISO), detailed the sequence of events that led to the latest killings.
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Erute North MP-elect Ongom “Aregedeng” pledges to continue working with constituents
The Erute North MP-elect, Ongom, said the Kyankwanzi (NALI) retreat has enabled them to gain more knowledge and experience before their swearing-in which is scheduled for May.
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Kwania NIRA workers accused of extortion during ID collections
Wilfred Okumu, the NIRA officer for Kwania, confirmed that while the contracts of some of their personnel had ended, they were expected to work as volunteers.