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Parents Urged to Baptize Their Children to Welcome Them Into the Christian Faith

October 28, 2025 3:12 am Published by Comments Off on Parents Urged to Baptize Their Children to Welcome Them Into the Christian Faith

Rukungiri: Parents have been urged to always baptize their children, as baptism is the sacrament of initiation that welcomes a person into the Christian family, washes away original sin, and bestows sanctifying grace. This message was delivered on October 27, by Rev. Fr. Prosper Turyahabwe, a formator at St. Charles... Read More


Hon. Mastsiko Gilbert Bigwera Launches Campaign, Vows to Fix Roads and Promote Beekeeping in Ndorwa West

October 27, 2025 7:09 am Published by Comments Off on Hon. Mastsiko Gilbert Bigwera Launches Campaign, Vows to Fix Roads and Promote Beekeeping in Ndorwa West

Kabale: Hon. Mastsiko Gilbert Bigwera, an aspirant for Member of Parliament for Ndorwa West in Kabale District, has expressed concern over the poor state of roads in the area. Speaking during his campaign launch at Kyitoma Playground in Kyitoma Parish, Rubaya Sub-county on October 25, Bigwera said it was disappointing... Read More


Parents Urged to Discipline Children for a Better Future

October 26, 2025 7:23 pm Published by Comments Off on Parents Urged to Discipline Children for a Better Future

Isingiro: Parents have been urged to discipline their children if they want them to grow into responsible citizens who live in ways that please God. The call was made by the Director of St. Patrick Nursery and Primary School, Fr. Julius Turyatoranwa, during a parents’ meeting held on October 25,... Read More


Suspected Outbreak of PPR Reported in Rukungiri District

October 24, 2025 5:48 pm Published by Comments Off on Suspected Outbreak of PPR Reported in Rukungiri District

Rukungiri: There is a suspected outbreak of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), commonly known as the sheep and goats plague, in Rukungiri District. The development was confirmed on October 23, in a statement issued by the Rukungiri District Production Office.  According to the statement, the disease has been identified in... Read More


North Kigezi Diocese Postpones Installation of Church Pillars and Elders

October 24, 2025 3:44 am Published by Comments Off on North Kigezi Diocese Postpones Installation of Church Pillars and Elders

Rukungiri: The North Kigezi Diocese of the Church of Uganda has postponed the installation ceremony for Church Pillars and Elders that was scheduled to take place this Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in Rukungiri District. In an official communication dated October 23, 2025 and signed by the... Read More


No Government College or University in Rujumbura- Magezi Herbert Promises to Change That

October 23, 2025 11:28 pm Published by Comments Off on No Government College or University in Rujumbura- Magezi Herbert Promises to Change That

Rukungiri: The aspiring Member of Parliament for Rujumbura County, Magezi Herbert, has expressed concern over the lack of government institutions for higher learning in the constituency, saying it has greatly hindered access to education for learners, especially those from needy families.  Speaking in an interview with our reporter shortly after... Read More


NRM Flag Bearer Mathias Rwabugumi Nominated for Rubabo County Parliamentary Seat

October 23, 2025 10:42 pm Published by Comments Off on NRM Flag Bearer Mathias Rwabugumi Nominated for Rubabo County Parliamentary Seat

Rukungiri: The NRM flag bearer for Rubabo County, Mathias Mwesirwa Rwabugumi, has officially been nominated to as Member of Parliament for Rubabo County in Rukungiri District.  Rwabugumi’s nomination, which took place on October 23, at the Rukungiri District Council Hall, was followed by a massive procession of enthusiastic supporters. The... Read More


Gen. Tumukunde on the Spot as Angry Riders Demand Promised UGX 30,000 Each

October 23, 2025 9:53 pm Published by Comments Off on Gen. Tumukunde on the Spot as Angry Riders Demand Promised UGX 30,000 Each

Rukungiri: Over 500 boda boda riders in Rukungiri District are accusing Gen. Henry Tumukunde of refusing to pay them their facilitation after participating in his convoy following his nomination as the NRM candidate for Rukungiri Municipality.   The angry riders, who had escorted Gen. Tumukunde from town to the district... Read More


Rukungiri District Distributes 22,500kgs of Fertilizer to 365 Coffee Farmers

October 23, 2025 5:14 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri District Distributes 22,500kgs of Fertilizer to 365 Coffee Farmers

Rukungiri: Rukungiri District has distributed 22,500 kilograms of fertilizer to 365 coffee farmers across the district. The distribution took place on October 23, at the district headquarters and targeted farmers who had stamped their old, unproductive coffee trees. The exercise was officially launched by the Deputy Resident District Commissioner (DRDC)... Read More


28 Candidates Nominated for Parliamentary Seats in Rukungiri District

October 23, 2025 4:39 pm Published by Comments Off on 28 Candidates Nominated for Parliamentary Seats in Rukungiri District

Uganda: A total of 28 candidates have been duly nominated to contest for parliamentary seats in the upcoming general elections in Rukungiri District.  This was announced by the Rukungiri District Electoral Commission Returning Officer, Abas K. Namara, as he concluded the two-day nomination exercise at 5:00 p.m. on October 23,... Read More