The Dokolo District Local Government has recently made headlines with their impressive efforts to crackdown on the misuse of Parish Department Model (PDM) funds. As reported by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Babra Akech in a briefing to journalists, the office has successfully recovered over ten million shillings from non-beneficiaries. Following a long holiday, RDC…
Apac, Uganda – A violent clash broke out between supporters of two rival politicians in Apac District, leaving several people injured and a vehicle damaged.The incident occurred on January 5, 2026, at around 1908 hours, when supporters of Hon. Akora Maxwell, a Member of Parliament for Maruzu County, and Hon. Ocan Patrick, allegedly clashed at…
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 Commander of Uganda’s United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) in Somalia, Lieutenant Colonel Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, has urged officers and department heads to uphold discipline, respect, and vigilance as they lead troops under the United Nations mandate. Addressing a commander’s update briefing at the UNGU-XI headquarters in Mogadishu, Lt Col Barigye underscored the foundational…
A significant change came when the parade, unlike in previous years, was concluded before the commencement of other formalities. BUSIA | The Commander in Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces, General Yoweri Museveni has hailed the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for implementing new changes in the command of the national parade. CDF Muhoozi…
Otuke, Uganda – The Member of Parliament for Otuke East, Julius Acon Bua, has called upon the government to prioritize animal keeping as a way to support farmers affected by climate change. According to Acon, animal keeping is a more resilient and reliable source of income for farmers, compared to crop farming, which is…
BY OUNI JASPHER AMOLATAR: Chairperson LC5 candidate for Amolatar District, Charles Osendro, (Independent ) has written a letter to the Honourable State Minister for Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, requesting for the unconditional release of fishermen who were arrested for illegal fishing activities on Lake Kyoga in Amolatar District. The letter dated…
In a shocking display of solidarity and determination, Over 200 voters from Okwongodul sub county has on Wednesday made a surprise visit to Adeknino Sub county, with a clear mission to inform the residents that they must make the same decision on January 15th, 2026, by voting for Dokolo South MP, Vincent Opito, a resident…
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…
By Musafiri A Suwed aka Mr. Blick Communication Officer Dokolo DLG DOKOLO : As the rainy season approaches, it is important for the community to understand that water is the biggest enemy of roads and these habits contribute to road damage. In Dokolo district, the district engineer, Thomas Codeos Okello, has made a crucial call…
