The joint campaigns kicked off at the Busanza Secondary School playground in Mpaka Town Council, Busanza sub-county, despite a 45-minute disruption caused by the rain, which temporarily halted activities. The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party has officially launched its joint campaign for the Kisoro by-election, targeting the vacant woman MP seat. Despite disruptions caused by…
By Ouni Jaspher February 7th, 2025 Dokolo – The Minister of State for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Hon. Bahinduka Mugarra Martin has on Friday officially launched the site handover for the construction of the Dokolo Heritage Center, in memory of the two great leaders, Kabaka Mwanga and Omukama Kabalega, who were captured by British in Kangai…
In recent years, poverty has become a pressing issue in many communities, including Dokolo. Despite efforts from the government and NGOs, poverty still remains a major concern for many residents in this region. In light of this, the Dokolo Journalist Development Association has taken a bold step towards poverty eradication by launching…
By Stephine Opio Ongora KALAKI: Monica Asako, the Daughter of late Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka who was the former ISO Director has set her sights on the Kalaki woman MP seat, with plans to unseat incumbent Jennifer Nalukwago Ayo. With her strong background in nursing and public health, Asako is determined to bring positive…
DOKOLO SOUTH: As the 2026-31 general election voting dates approaches in Uganda starting with the parliamentary and presidential elections on January 15, 2026, tensions run high as political parties battle for seats in parliament. However, a surprising turn of events in the Dokolo South constituency where incumbent MP Felix Okot (NRM), Vincent Opito (UPC)…
LIRA CITY: The National Council of Sports is seeking the Lango leadership’s assistance in negotiating with the Ugandan government to secure funding for an international airport in Anai, Lira City. The proposed airport would greatly benefit the region by facilitating transportation for visitors attending sports events at the Akii Bua Olympic Stadium. During a recent…
The Government of Uganda has secured new scholarships for 200 students who wish to pursue PhD studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, located in Durban-Westville, South Africa Paul Amoru Omiat, Uganda’s Ambassador to South Africa, said that these new scholarships are specifically intended for Ugandan nationals who want to further their education at the doctoral…
Scientists simulated a nuclear explosion using x-ray pulses to push an asteroid-like rock away in space-like conditions. It’s been almost 25 years since Bruce Willis, playing the fictional character Harry Stamper in the blockbuster movie, Armageddon, saved Earth from an asteroid careering towards the planet. In true Hollywood fashion, he did this by detonating a…
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…
Uganda’s 63rd Independence Anniversary was recently celebrated in South Africa at the Pretoria Country Club. The event was attended by dignitaries, members of the diplomatic corps, friends of Uganda, and hundreds of Ugandan diaspora community members. The event, organized by the Uganda Embassy in South Africa, was a celebration of the strong and…
