Two Ugandan engineers who were kidnapped by South Sudanese soldiers a few months ago have been released following discussions involving the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The engineers, identified as Mr. Joachim Musinguzi and Mr. Julius Kitende, were freed after a meeting between Gen Muhoozi, and Gen Santino Deng Wol, his South Sudanese…
By Ouni Jaspher 03/February 2025 – Dokolo Woman MP Sarah Aguti donated mattresses to the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) stars in the district. A total of 116 pupils who obtained Division I in the exam were selected to receive these valuable gifts, along with a box and a mathematical set. Florence Ebano, who topped…
As the countdown to the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams begins, tension is mounting among both teachers and students in Mbarara City. With 52 schools preparing for the exams, concerns are being raised about the new competence-based curriculum and the threat posed by conmen preying on students and parents. Mbarara City Education Officer, Ezira…
By Ouni Jaspher February 7th, 2025 Dokolo – The Minister of State for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Hon. Bahinduka Mugarra Martin has on Friday officially launched the site handover for the construction of the Dokolo Heritage Center, in memory of the two great leaders, Kabaka Mwanga and Omukama Kabalega, who were captured by British in Kangai…
Misclassification has allowed companies like Koudijs Uganda, Agrivetis Uganda Ltd, and Impact Sales Uganda Ltd to evade paying taxes, while local producers who use organic materials such as soya, sunflower, and cotton are left grappling with unfair competition. NATIONAL | The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is at the centre of a brewing scandal, accused of…
The road network, Mr Museveni said, would bolster efforts to strengthen regional trade and integration. President Museveni has unveiled bold plans to construct key road networks connecting Uganda with the Central African Republic (CAR). This, Mr Museveni said, would bolster efforts to strengthen regional trade and integration. Speaking during Uganda’s 62nd Independence Day celebrations, Museveni…
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…
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…
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…
The political landscape in Dokolo district is heating up as the race for the 2026 General Elections and Referenda approaches. And one name that is making waves is that of Ambrose Ogwang, popularly known as Awitong. Ogwang, who also serves as the Regional Coordinator Worker’s League under NRM party for Lango, is vying for…
