Parliament has summoned lawmakers for a special sitting next Tuesday, 16 December 2025, to consider a borrowing request by the Ministry of Finance to borrow over 2.17 trillion shillings (USD 610 million). In a letter, the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesige Kasija, notified Members of Parliament that plenary will resume at 2:00 PM to receive…
Kalisizo General Hospital, a crucial healthcare facility for residents of Kyotera, Rakai, Lyantonde, Lwengo, and parts of northern Tanzania, has been without an X-ray machine for over seven years since 2017. The ongoing lack of this essential diagnostic tool has left medics and patients frustrated and concerned about the quality of care being provided. For…
The Police in Alebtong Central Police Station is currently investigating a case of murder by assault that was registered at the Alebtong Central Police Station on 23/02/2026. SP. Patrick Jimmy Okema, the North Kyoga regional Police spokesperson said the incident is alleged to have occurred in Te Cuk Cell, Okum Ward, Amugu Town Council,…
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 Moses Obwona The race for the position of Speaker in Dokolo District has officially begun, with five ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) councilors expressing their interest in the role. This has sparked a battle for the coveted position, as these councilors vie for the support of their fellow party members. The five NRM…
The findings expose that enforcement officers are accepting bribes in the form of money, foodstuffs, and even sexual favors to permit illegal activities in protected areas, including wetlands, forests, and water bodies. A new report by Transparency International Uganda has revealed corruption as a major factor behind environmental degradation and the encroachment on natural resources…
As schools gear up for the first term reopening, Amolatar District has taken a strategic step towards improving the quality of education in government-aided schools. The district has announced the transfer of 17 head teachers, six deputy head teachers, and 97 teachers in a bid to strengthen school leadership and enhance pupil learning. According to…
Amolatar District has received a sickle cell test machine donated by the Catherine Phil Sickle Cell Foundation, valued at Shs15 million. The Hemoglobin Electrophoresis machine was officially handed over on Wednesday at Amolatar Health Centre IV. While receiving the donation, the District Principal Assistant Chief Administrative Officer, Mrs. Acio Susan Eyura, applauded the foundation…
Dokolo, Uganda – Voters in Dokolo North county have appealed to their Member of Parliament, Moses Ogwal Goli, to prioritize household income generating activities in his second term of office. The residents, who are seeking re-election of the incumbent MP, made the request during a campaign event in Bata Town Council, Dokolo North, Dokolo…
BY STEPHINE OPIO KABERAMAIDO November 10th 2025 : Veronica Isala Eragu Bichetero, who previously served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Kaberamaido county from 2016 to 2021 before it was divided and she moved to Ocero county, is now running as an independent candidate after losing in the NRM primary to Francis Okullo. During…
