Lt Col Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) deployed under the United Nations Guard Unit XI (UNGU XI), has urged officers to uphold professionalism, discipline, and vigilance as they execute their duties in Somalia. Speaking to both senior and junior commanders during a briefing on 11 May, Lt Col Barigye…
As the year 2026 draws closer, the people of Dokolo district in Uganda have come together for a noble cause – to fundraise for the roofing of Atur A church of Uganda. This project, which requires over 100 million to complete, has caught the attention of local politicians who have joined forces with the Christians…
BY OUNI JASPHER DOKOLO: The Dokolo Chief Magistrate’s Court held an open day with the aim of addressing the various negative perceptions that the community holds towards judiciary officials. The event, which took place on Monday November 24th with the theme “Enhancing Judicial Accountability & Access to Justice”, saw a large turnout of attendees who…
BY Ouni Jaspher $ Opio Ongora27th January 2025 – KWANIA: As the saying goes, “education is the key to success”. This statement holds true for the Lango community in Northern Uganda, where the Ogora clan chief Canon Richard Ogwang Odyero is advocating for every home to have a vision of educating at least one child…
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…
Her Worship Dr. Irene Namae, Magistrate Grade one has on Friday presented her paper titled “Eviction of Indigenous peoples & its impact to their right to health: Making a case for the Batwa, at the Uganda National Conference on Human Rights and Development. The event held at Mestil Hotel in Kampala, was organized by the…
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party leadership in Dokolo South have declared their support for Vincent Opito, the UPC party candidate, in the upcoming parliamentary elections. This move comes as a surprise to many, given that Opito had previously contested the Dokolo South parliamentary seat twice under the FDC party before making a switch…
BUTALEJA: 17/05/2025, As the community of Dokolo and the larger Lango community came together to mourn the loss of their beloved late Mwima Harriet Rebecca, there was an overwhelming sense of sadness and grief. Mwima, who had left a lasting impression on her family, friends, and colleagues, was being laid to rest on Saturday in…
BY Denis Omiji DOKOLO: Dokolo District has made significant strides in improving access to clean and safe water for its communities. According to the assistant Engineering Officer, Tonny Ojuka, in the Financial Year 2025/2026, the Dokolo District Local Government commissioned six new boreholes, bringing much-needed relief to the residents of the district. He said this…
The Dokolo District Electoral Commission returning officer Moses Otim has officially announced that a total of 15 individuals have been nominated for the upcoming parliamentary elections of 2026-2031. According to Otim, the nominated candidates for the Dokolo North Constituency include Ogwal Joseph Jones from the NRM party, Alfred Junior Okello from the People’s Front Party,…
