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…
The Presidential candidate for the National Resistance Movement party, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has given a directive to the Uganda Wildlife Authority to allow pastoralists in Nakapiripirit district and Karamoja at large to graze on a portion of the Pian-Upe conservation area. This decision came after a request from Daniel Ochap Matovu, the NRM chairperson…
People with disabilities (PWDs) and activists are urging the government to integrate disability-friendly communication, including Braille and sign language, into the training curriculum for health workers. Catherine Kobusinge, Executive Director of Hoima Child Rights Network Lab, told URN that people with disabilities, particularly those with hearing and visual impairments, face significant challenges in accessing health…
The Bata sub county and the entire community of Dokolo District are mourning the passing of a great leader, Quirino Awany. At the age of 89 years, he leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to his community. Awany was the first LC3 chairperson for Bata sub county after the government changed…
BY DENIS OMIJI The Health Committee meeting at Dokolo Health Center IV yesterday was an eye-opener for the community as allegations of extortion were brought to light. Health workers, specifically those working at the maternity ward and theater, were accused of collecting money from patients for conducting operations. This caused an uproar among…
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…
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…
Her Worship Dr. Irene Namae, Magistrate Grade one has on Friday presented her paper titled “Eviction of Indigenous peoples & its impact to their right to health: Making a case for the Batwa, at the Uganda National Conference on Human Rights and Development. The event held at Mestil Hotel in Kampala, was organized by the…
BUTALEJA: 17/05/2025, As the community of Dokolo and the larger Lango community came together to mourn the loss of their beloved late Mwima Harriet Rebecca, there was an overwhelming sense of sadness and grief. Mwima, who had left a lasting impression on her family, friends, and colleagues, was being laid to rest on Saturday in…
