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Bishop Asiimwe Urges Christians to Use Wealth to Help the Needy

November 4, 2026 9:51 pm Published by Comments Off on Bishop Asiimwe Urges Christians to Use Wealth to Help the Needy

Rukungiri: Christians have been urged to use their wealth to support the needy instead of boasting about their riches, with a reminder that nothing should take the place of God in their lives. The message was delivered on November 4, by the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, the Rt. Rev.... Read More


Rukungiri Leaders Visit Masaka to Learn Better Coffee-Growing Practices

November 4, 2026 9:39 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri Leaders Visit Masaka to Learn Better Coffee-Growing Practices

Rukungiri: Rukungiri District local government leaders including district councilors and departmental heads have travelled to Masaka District for a three-day study tour aimed at improving service delivery and strengthening coffee production. The delegation left the district headquarters on November 4, at about 2 p.m., shortly after concluding a council meeting.... Read More


Rukungiri Council Orders Probe into Alleged Tax Revenue Leakages in Sub-counties

November 4, 2026 9:28 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri Council Orders Probe into Alleged Tax Revenue Leakages in Sub-counties

Rukungiri: Rukungiri District Council has directed its Finance Committee and the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to investigate alleged revenue leakages in several sub-counties following concerns over poor tax collection, suspected embezzlement and irregular business licensing. The resolution was reached on November 4, during the council’s second sitting for the 2026/2027... Read More


Father Of Bishop Onesimus Ngoboka Laid To Rest In Rukungiri

November 3, 2026 7:33 pm Published by Comments Off on Father Of Bishop Onesimus Ngoboka Laid To Rest In Rukungiri

Rukungiri: The late Stephen Ngoboka, father of Bishop Onesimus Ngoboka of God’s Embassy Rukungiri, has been laid to rest at his home in Kiteme Village, Nyakagyeme Sub-county, Rukungiri District. During the burial ceremony held on November 3, the founder and Senior Pastor of Grace Assembly Church in Kampala, Rt. Rev.... Read More


Rukungiri Market Developers To Sue Municipality Over Ownership Dispute

November 3, 2026 6:29 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri Market Developers To Sue Municipality Over Ownership Dispute

Rukungiri: Developers of Rukungiri Municipality Central Market, Bus and Taxi Park have resolved to take the municipality to court over a dispute concerning the ownership and allocation of market stalls and lock-ups. The decision was reached during a meeting held on November 3, at Christ the King Parish in Rukungiri,... Read More


Husband Kills Wife in Kanungu, Later Lynched by Angry Mob

November 3, 2026 4:23 am Published by Comments Off on Husband Kills Wife in Kanungu, Later Lynched by Angry Mob

Kanungu: Police in Kanungu District are investigating a double murder incident in which a 20-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her husband, who was later beaten to death by an angry mob. The incident occurred on November 2, 2026, in Kakyenke Cell, Bihomborwa Ward, Kihihi Town Council, Kanungu District. The... Read More


North Kigezi Diocese Raises Shs2.7 Billion for Emmanuel Cathedral Construction

November 1, 2026 5:34 pm Published by Comments Off on North Kigezi Diocese Raises Shs2.7 Billion for Emmanuel Cathedral Construction

Kampala: North Kigezi Diocese has raised more than Shs2.7 billion towards the completion of Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in Rukungiri District. The funds were raised on November 1, during a fundraising and thanksgiving function held at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, which brought together Christians, political leaders, well-wishers and supporters of... Read More


Ugandan Comedian Kapere Lufotose Dies at About 40

November 1, 2026 5:05 pm Published by Comments Off on Ugandan Comedian Kapere Lufotose Dies at About 40

Wakiso: Ugandan comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has died at the age of about 40, sparking grief among political leaders, fellow entertainers and fans. Kapere reportedly died on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at a hospital in Buddo, Wakiso District. The cause of his death had not been... Read More


Minister Balaam Names 28 Rukungiri Government Officials Allegedly Given Jobs Through Family Connections

October 30, 2026 5:03 am Published by Comments Off on Minister Balaam Names 28 Rukungiri Government Officials Allegedly Given Jobs Through Family Connections

Rukungiri: The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has called for investigations into the Rukungiri District Service Commission over alleged nepotism in the recruitment of district and municipal employees. The minister accused current and former district officials of helping their relatives secure government jobs, raising concerns about fairness and... Read More


Minister Balaam Orders Arrest of Nyakishenyi Sub-County LC3 Chairperson Wednesday Twinomujuni, Others Over Alleged Misuse of Government Funds

October 29, 2026 1:06 pm Published by Comments Off on Minister Balaam Orders Arrest of Nyakishenyi Sub-County LC3 Chairperson Wednesday Twinomujuni, Others Over Alleged Misuse of Government Funds

Rukungiri: The Minister of State for Local Government, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has directed security agencies and State House Anti Corruption unit to arrest and charge Nyakishenyi Sub-county LC3 Chairperson Wednesday Twinomujuni and former sub-county speaker, now Chairperson of the Sub-county Area Land Committee, Lovence Asiimwe, over alleged misappropriation of government... Read More