Two Ugandan engineers who were kidnapped by South Sudanese soldiers a few months ago have been released following discussions involving the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The engineers, identified as Mr. Joachim Musinguzi and Mr. Julius Kitende, were freed after a meeting between Gen Muhoozi, and Gen Santino Deng Wol, his South Sudanese…
This year’s focus was on addressing the pressing issues girls face, particularly in the West Nile region. In commemoration of International Day of the Girl Child, Plan International Uganda hosted an experiential “Girls Takeover,” spotlighting the challenges facing girls in crisis. This year’s focus was on addressing the pressing issues girls face, particularly in the…
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the role of elders in our communities is often overlooked. However, Tom Okello Ekol, the Otikokin Clan Chief of Dokolo County, has reminded youth of the valuable role that our elders play in our society. Speaking during a thanksgiving ceremony for 94-year-old Mzee Moses Okabo and his 93-year-old wife…
Ouni Jaspher and Harron Okwir DOKOLO: Over the span of two days, the Dokolo district was blessed with the presence of Bishop Sanctus Lino Wanok, who confirmed a total of 210 young Christians in a series of events. This Pastoral Visit was not just a mere formality, but a call for parents to take…
Douglas Otto, a 30 year old economist, has declared interest to challenge the incumbent Dokolo South MP, Felix Okot, who has been in office for six consecutive terms. In a media engagement with Dokolo Journalist Development Association (DJDA) members held at the Dokolo Tourist Hotel on Friday, Otto is determined to bring about change in…
BY Ouni Jaspher Lira City: The Lango Paramount Chief, Eng. Dr. Michael Moses Odongo Okune, has called on young girls to embrace abstinence as a way of reducing child marriage and teenage pregnancies in the region. Speaking at a three-day conference organized by the Agong Foundation, Okune announced an incentive aimed at encouraging discipline among…
As the 2026-31 Presidential elections in Uganda draw closer, political rallies are in full swing across the country. In Kabale District, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party’s Presidential candidate, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, called upon the residents to focus on proper land utilization for wealth creation. In his speech at the campaign rally held at…
UPC’s Godfrey Okwany, a candidate for the councilor position in Adeknino Sub County to Dokolo district council, has expressed his concerns regarding the neglect of over 70 households in Bata highland, a small area in Awelo parish, Adeknino Sub county, by the current leaders. He believes that it is unacceptable for these taxpayers to be…
Otuke East Member of Parliament Julius Achon Bua has once again proved himself as a top athlete, finishing in the second position in the American 21 Kilometer marathon. The event, which took place in the city of Portland, Oregon State, saw Achon competing against 100 other participants, making it a truly remarkable achievement. Despite the…
DOKOLO: Farmers in Ageni Parish Plead for Help of casava cuttings from MP Candidate Vincent Opito in Fight Against Hunger as they donates firewood, Cash and food items with hope that it will be used to cater for the welfare of celebrants a day after Opito wins Dokolo South parliamentary election. This issue was brought…
