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…
The office aims to bring services closer to the people, focusing on local governments and public procurement processes. The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has opened its new regional office in Mbarara, constructed at a cost of Shs3.5 billion in just one year. The office aims to bring services closer to…
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)…
Tuesday 8th April 2025, the High Commissioner of Uganda to the Republic of Botswana, Ambassador Paul Amoru, held a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Botswana, Hon. Dr. Phenyo Butale, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Gaborone, Botswana. The purpose of the meeting was to discus on matters pertinent…
Second Convention of Ugandans in Southern Africa Set for This Weekend in Pretoria Pretoria, South Africa – November 21, 2024 – The highly anticipated Second Convention of Ugandans in Southern Africa (COUSA) is scheduled to take place this weekend, on November 23rd and 24th, 2024, in Pretoria, South Africa. Under the empowering theme “Celebrating Ugandan…
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 mob beat Balyesima to death and set his body on fire, believing that he was part of a group responsible for the recent spate of motorcycle thefts in the area. Police in Kabwoya Subc-county, Kikuube District, are investigating the brutal killing of 60-year-old who was lynched by a mob after being accused of stealing…
By Stephine Opio OngoraDOKOLO: Residents of Ajokdong village, a small but vibrant community located in Adwoki parish, Agwata sub county in Dokolo district was abuzz with excitement as members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party gathered for a Barazza meeting and village election. However, the focus of the day soon shifted to a pressing…
BY OUNI JASPHER DOKOLO: The Dokolo Chief Magistrate’s Court held an open day with the aim of addressing the various negative perceptions that the community holds towards judiciary officials. The event, which took place on Monday November 24th with the theme “Enhancing Judicial Accountability & Access to Justice”, saw a large turnout of attendees who…
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…
