UNGU-XI Commander Rallies Officers To Lead With Respect And Remain Vigilant Amid Al-Shabaab Threat

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…

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Dokolo District makes desperate plea as late Cecilia Ogwal’s sponsored activities ceased.‎‎

By Ouni Jaspher As Ugandan prepares to gather on February 21st for the family-organized memorial service of the late Cecilia Barbara Atim Ogwal scheduled to take place in Alito town council in Kole district, many are expressing their concerns about the end of her support and benefits she use to offer to the community.‎‎ The…

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BIG INTERVIEW: Stability alone isn’t enough for Uganda’s economic independence – Prof Nuwagaba

Professor Augustus Nuwagaba urged the nation to reflect on the gap between political and economic independence. He emphasized that independence goes beyond local political leadership. As Uganda prepares to celebrate its 62nd independence anniversary, the journey to true economic self-reliance remains a significant challenge, despite decades of political freedom shared by Uganda and many other…

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Vincent Opito promises to serve all groups of people in Dokolo South Constituency.‎‎

Vincent Opito, a candidate for the UPC party in the Dokolo South Constituency, has pledged to address the diverse needs of the community if he is elected for the 2026-31 term. ‎‎ He recognizes that different groups, such as youths, seniors, persons with disabilities, car washers, and mobile business owners, have varying issues that require…

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ODPP and IJM Join Forces to Protect Women and Children from Violence‎‎

‎‎A productive engagement was held today between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and International Justice Mission (IJM) to advance efforts to strengthen Uganda’s criminal justice system, with a particular focus on protecting women and children.‎‎ The meeting offered a platform to discuss key challenges in investigating and prosecuting cases involving Gender-Based…

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Government Restructures NGO Bureau, Resulting in 30 Job Losses.

NGO Bureau has been restructured and merged with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, leading to the loss of 30 jobs. This decision, finalised on September 27, 2024, reflects the government’s commitment to streamline operations and enhance oversight within the non-governmental organisation sector. Previously operating as a semi-autonomous entity, the NGO Bureau employed 42 staff members….

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Gov’t Plans to Establish International Pilgrimage Center in Honor of Archbishop Janani Luwum

By Ouni Jaspher KITGUM: Minister of state for Ethics and Integrity Rose Lilly Akello has elaborated the government plan to establish an international Pilgrimage Center in memory of Archbishop Janani Luwum at his birthplace in Mucwini Sub county in Kitgum district – Acholi Sub region Akello was on Monday speaking during the 49th Archbishop Janani…

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