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…
The Israeli military (IDF) says it is conducting a “thorough review” after being notified that two UN peacekeepers were “inadvertently hurt during IDF combat against Hezbollah” in southern Lebanon. BBC | The UK government says it is “appalled” by reports that Israel has fired on UN bases in southern Lebanon. On Thursday, two peacekeepers were…
BY OUNI JASPHER AMUDAT: General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the Presidential candidate for the National Resistance Movement party, has urged the people of Amudat district in Karamoja sub region to disregard any claims of the land being unsuitable for agriculture. He believes that the area has fertile land with great potential for agricultural activities, citing successful…
Kalisizo General Hospital, a crucial healthcare facility for residents of Kyotera, Rakai, Lyantonde, Lwengo, and parts of northern Tanzania, has been without an X-ray machine for over seven years since 2017. The ongoing lack of this essential diagnostic tool has left medics and patients frustrated and concerned about the quality of care being provided. For…
Favor of God ministries, founded by Carole Ward, has been making a profound impact in the Lango Sub region of Uganda through their Portable Bible studies program. With the recent pass out of 2,065 graduates, it is clear that this ministry is making a lasting difference in the lives of many individuals. Operating in four…
Mbabane, 19th November 2025: The High Commission in Pretoria, under the leadership of H.E Paul Amoru, in collaboration with Centenary Group and UGASAF, under the leadership of their respective Group Chairpersons (Prof. John Ddumba Ssentamu of centenary Group), and Hon. Nakiwala Florence (Chairperson of UGASAF), are holding meetings with officials from various government MDAs of…
The situation in Dokolo South took a turn for the worse as a man reportedly sustained a spinal injury during a heated argument over who would win the MP race. The incident left the man in need of urgent medical treatment at the Mulago Hospital, with an estimated cost of over ten million. With three…
The people of Kalaki county in Kalaki district and Kyoga North county in Amolatar district are rallying behind their district chairpersons Samuel Okello (Kalaki ) and Geoffrey Ocen Kiring (Amolatar) as they throw their hats into the ring for the 2026-2031 parliamentary elections. The remarkable chairpersons have proven their worth through their commendable work in…
During a panel discussion held on Tuesday in Pakwach District, URA officials, alongside other key stakeholders, called for urgent action to strengthen anti-smuggling measures and protect legitimate businesses. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has condemned smuggling as a serious economic crime, labelling it “economic terrorism” that threatens Uganda’s market stability. During a panel discussion held…
LIRA CITY: The Lango cultural institution (LCI) has officially announced that they will be celebrating the one year anniversary of Eng. Dr. Michael Moses Odongo Okune as the Lango paramount chief in Otuke district. However, due to the current road conditions, it may be difficult for some celebrants to attend the event. The anniversary will…
