Vincent Opito, a candidate for the UPC party in the Dokolo South Constituency, has pledged to address the diverse needs of the community if he is elected for the 2026-31 term. He recognizes that different groups, such as youths, seniors, persons with disabilities, car washers, and mobile business owners, have varying issues that require…
The once-vibrant opposition landscape has been marked by internal discord, defections, and shifting priorities, leaving analysts and the public questioning its ability to dislodge the long-standing NRM government. With just over a year until Uganda’s 2026 general elections, the country’s opposition finds itself in a precarious situation. Political analysts are raising alarms over what they…
As the 2026-31 Presidential elections in Uganda draw closer, political rallies are in full swing across the country. In Kabale District, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party’s Presidential candidate, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, called upon the residents to focus on proper land utilization for wealth creation. In his speech at the campaign rally held at…
The Joint Staff Association on Monday resolved to withdraw their service as they heightened demands for Shs12.6bn salary arrears to be harmonised. Makerere University’s management has issued a detailed response to the Joint Staff Associations’ decision to withdraw their services. The staff’s action was triggered by dissatisfaction with ongoing salary harmonisation efforts, but the university’s…
By Stephine Opio Ongora KALAKI: Monica Asako, the Daughter of late Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka who was the former ISO Director has set her sights on the Kalaki woman MP seat, with plans to unseat incumbent Jennifer Nalukwago Ayo. With her strong background in nursing and public health, Asako is determined to bring positive…
BY STEPHEN OPIO AND KIZITO OBONYO DOKOLO: As the year draws to a close, the staffs of Awiri Health center II in Dokolo sub county Dokolo district have received high praises from the surrounding community for their tireless efforts in providing quality healthcare services. Despite the overwhelming workload of 3,028 patients in just two months,…
Increased advertising by companies during September played a role in sustaining strong business output and attracting new clients as the headline Stanbic Bank Purchasing Index (Stanbic PMI) dropped slightly to 54.2 compared to the 56.3 posted in August. The threshold for a positive business outlook is 50.0. “Strong business output and new order growth were…
A significant change came when the parade, unlike in previous years, was concluded before the commencement of other formalities. BUSIA | The Commander in Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces, General Yoweri Museveni has hailed the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for implementing new changes in the command of the national parade. CDF Muhoozi…
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…
The joint staff has sent strong demands to the management, including demanding that restructuring be rescinded and that every coin from the Shs12.6bn be paid to them. MAKERERE | The Joint Staff Association of Makerere University has announced an immediate withdrawal of their labour in response to an ongoing salary harmonisation dispute. The decision follows…
