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…
Implementation of a Presidential executive order number 3 of 2025 on cattle movement has sparked discussion among cattle traders in Dokolo district. The move has left many traders feeling frustrated and confused as they navigate the new policies. The Dokolo District Animal Traders Association, a group that was established in 2016 and currently has 50…
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…
During a panel discussion held on Tuesday in Pakwach District, URA officials, alongside other key stakeholders, called for urgent action to strengthen anti-smuggling measures and protect legitimate businesses. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has condemned smuggling as a serious economic crime, labelling it “economic terrorism” that threatens Uganda’s market stability. During a panel discussion held…
President Yoweri Museveni has assented to three Bills that will regulate the construction, financing and valuation of the housing sector. The President assented to the Building Control (Amendment) Bill, the Mortgage Refinancing Institutions Bill and the Valuation Bill. The Building Control (Amendment) Act, 2025, will provide for the composition of the Board and…
Minister Musasizi’s remarks were directed at Rubanda District Woman MP Prossy Mbabazi Akampurira, during the 54-year celebrations of Kakore Rugambwa Parish in Rubanda District. The State Minister of Finance, Henry Musasizi, has urged leaders and citizens to focus on performance and tangible results delivered by political leaders rather than years spent in office. Minister Musasizi’s…
By Stephine Opio DOKOLO NORTH: The Dokolo North election saga has taken a dramatic turn as the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) candidate, Francis Ojok, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the official results. According to section 77 (1) of the Parliamentary Elections Act. Cap 177, NRM’s Joseph Jones Ogwal emerged victorious with 8,845 votes, closely followed…
In a heartfelt post on Instagram, the 66-year-old singer wrote that their bond was hard to explain but it “grew out of an understanding that we were different”. BBC | Madonna has paid tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who has died at the age of 63, describing him as “the closest thing to me…
By Ouni Jaspher State House Nakasero: Ministry of Education and Sports has Awarded Uganda’s outstanding teachers through “The Teachers Making a Difference” project where the First Lady also Minister of Education and sports Maama Jannet Kataha Museveni has additionally sponsored 6 teachers for the exchange program in Ireland. While officiating at this year’s Teachers Making a…
It is one tick on the box but many remain because for Nakivubo to pass the test of hosting international games, it must be certified as having adequate accessibility and security. The newly reconstructed Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium, now rebranded as Hamz Stadium Nakivubo Memorial, has reached a major milestone following the certification of its…
