Securing Uganda’s youth bonus through better education, skilling and technological investments

The theme for Uganda’s 62nd Independence Anniversary, “A Recommitment to Secure and Fortify Our Destiny,” signifies more than just celebrating past achievements. By Mike Segawa It calls for a renewed focus on empowering the youth and building a sustainable future. As Uganda stands at a critical juncture with 75% of its population under the age…

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Women and Youth Unite for Josephine Acen Okullo in Dokolo North Parliamentary Race‎‎

DOKOLO NORTH: The campaign trail in Dokolo North has taken a significant turn with women and youth throwing their weight behind Independent candidate Josephine Acen Okullo. ‎‎ The enthusiastic support for Acen, a mother and former District Education Officer (DEO) Amolatar, is largely attributed to her commitment to empowering women and youth through skills development…

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Uganda High Commission Launches Southern Africa Tourism Roadshow in Johannesburg‎‎

Johannesburg, 2 December 2025 — The Uganda High Commission in Pretoria has officially launched the Southern Africa Tourism Roadshow in Johannesburg, opening a week of engagements aimed at strengthening tourism cooperation, trade partnerships, and regional market linkages across Southern Africa.‎‎ The Roadshow brings together national tourism bodies, leading travel trade professionals, media, and private sector…

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Empowering Communities with Biblical Knowledge: The Success of Favour of God Ministries Mobile Bible School Graduates

BY OUNI JASPHER DOKOLO: 46 individuals have successfully completed their studies at Favour of God Ministries, a mobile Bible school. The graduation ceremony took place at Angoromo Elim Church in Apado cell, Eastern Ward Bata town council. Out of the 46 graduates, 35 are female and 11 are male. Favour of God Ministries operates in…

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Caritas Lira has empowered over 2000 clustered homesteads in Dokolo district.

BY Stephine Opio ‎‎ DOKOLO: Caritas Lira, a non-governmental organization, has successfully empowered 2,700 households in five sub-counties of Dokolo district, thanks to their tremendous efforts. ‎‎ These sub-counties include Okwalongwen, Amwoma, Bata, Agwata Town council, and Adok respectively. The primary objective of the project was to eradicate poverty and elevate the locals to the…

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Tension Heightens Among Teachers and students as Mbarara City Schools Face UCE Exams.

As the countdown to the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams begins, tension is mounting among both teachers and students in Mbarara City. With 52 schools preparing for the exams, concerns are being raised about the new competence-based curriculum and the threat posed by conmen preying on students and parents. Mbarara City Education Officer, Ezira…

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Adeknino Seed Secondary School has been officially handed over to Dokolo District by Bygon Enterprises Limited.

By Denis Omiji ‎‎ January 4th 2025 Dokolo – The long-awaited Adeknino Seed Secondary School in Dokolo district has finally been completed and handed over to the district’s authorities in a grand ceremony. ‎‎ The handover took place at the school premises located in Owor Village, Adwong-owor parish in Adeknino sub county, in the presence…

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