Founded in 1994, the company is known for its dedication to innovation, sustainability, and supporting Uganda’s industrial growth. Roofings Group, a prominent player in Uganda’s manufacturing industry, is marking a significant milestone by celebrating 30 years of partnership with the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA). This dual anniversary recognizes three decades of unwavering commitment to the…
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the role of elders in our communities is often overlooked. However, Tom Okello Ekol, the Otikokin Clan Chief of Dokolo County, has reminded youth of the valuable role that our elders play in our society. Speaking during a thanksgiving ceremony for 94-year-old Mzee Moses Okabo and his 93-year-old wife…
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 DOKOLO: David Eryatu, the Education Officer in Dokolo District, has issued a directive to all school Head teachers to refrain from registering a total of 794 pupils who received a Division U grade in the Primary Seven Entrance examination results released by the Dokolo District Examination Board (DDEB) on December 4th. This…
The joint campaigns kicked off at the Busanza Secondary School playground in Mpaka Town Council, Busanza sub-county, despite a 45-minute disruption caused by the rain, which temporarily halted activities. The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party has officially launched its joint campaign for the Kisoro by-election, targeting the vacant woman MP seat. Despite disruptions caused by…
Otuke, Uganda – The Member of Parliament for Otuke East, Julius Acon Bua, has called upon the government to prioritize animal keeping as a way to support farmers affected by climate change. According to Acon, animal keeping is a more resilient and reliable source of income for farmers, compared to crop farming, which is…
Led by Buhaguzi East Member of Parliament Stephen Asera, they are urging the government to expedite the process of issuing the 22,000 land titles promised to local people at a subsidised cost. Residents and leaders in the sub-counties of Buhimba and Bugambe have expressed concern over unknown individuals flying drones and using GPS devices on…
Dokolo District is a community with a yearly growth population of both women and men. While poverty is a common struggle in this district, a glimmer of hope shines through the Poverty Eradication Project that has been initiated by Bonny Alilo, who is also running for the NRM party chairperson for Dokolo. This project,…
By Michael Woira As Uganda marks another Independence Day, it’s important to reflect on the strides the government has made in addressing poverty, creating jobs, boosting exports, and striving toward middle-income status. Despite the global challenges, Uganda’s efforts to build a self-sustaining economy have shown resilience, particularly in the last few years, through targeted interventions…
