DOKOLO: Rose Akello Erem, the LCIII Chairperson of Dokolo town council who double as heads of the security in Dokolo town council has issued a stern warning to the money lenders who are taking advantage of the impoverished community by extorting money in the name of providing loans. This was disclosed during a meeting organized…
DOKOLO: A combined total of 24,566 animals have received immunization against foot and mouth disease in Dokolo district during quarter 4 of the financial year 2024/2025. As reported during a council meeting by Alex Owera Omola, the Chairperson of Production, Marketing, Natural Resources and LED and District Councilor of Agwata town council, the Ministry of…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has admitted that some of its staff engage in corruption, fraud, and extortion of clients. The acknowledgment came during the Regional Integrity Forum, held under the theme: “Building a culture of integrity for sustainable revenue mobilization.” In his opening remarks, John Musinguzi Rujoki, URA Commissioner General, whose speech was read…
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 Ouni Jaspher & Denis Omiji BUKEDEA: The NRM Presidential Candidate, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, will be wrapping up his campaign in Teso Sub-region today with a final rally in Bukedea District. He will then kick off his Presidential campaign in Bugisu Sub-region with his first rally in Sironko District. Before the final rally…
Leadership plays a crucial role in the success of any community or business enterprise. With the right mindset, leaders can harness the potential of their communities and create positive change. That is why Enterprise Uganda recently organized a training program for Parish Development Modal (PDM) SACCO leaders and beneficiaries in Dokolo district aiming to equip…
It’s a sad reality that even in the peaceful town of Dokolo, business owners are not safe from theft and crime. This was proven when Oscar Okello, a well-known businessman, fell victim to a heinous act over the weekend. Thieves broke into his Agent Banking business (Oscom Uganda) and made away with over 100…
BY KIZITO OBONYO DOKOLO: As Uganda prepares to celebrate the 63rd Independence Day this Thursday with the theme “A Reason to Double Our Efforts in Sustaining a United and Progressive Nation,” the increase in cassava prices is frustrating dealers and consumers in Dokolo district. Cassava is the most consumed food during celebrations and Independence Day…
Dokolo District is a community with a yearly growth population of both women and men. While poverty is a common struggle in this district, a glimmer of hope shines through the Poverty Eradication Project that has been initiated by Bonny Alilo, who is also running for the NRM party chairperson for Dokolo. This project,…
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…
