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Independent Candidate Defeats NRM in Rukungiri District Speakership Race

May 22, 2026 3:32 am Published by Comments Off on Independent Candidate Defeats NRM in Rukungiri District Speakership Race

Rukungiri: The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party suffered a setback in the Rukungiri District speakership elections after independent candidate Albert Ahabwe, popularly known as Rwamugata, defeated former Speaker James Turyamuboona. Albert Ahabwe, who represents Buyanja Sub-county, won the race with 21 votes, while James Turyamuboona, who has served as... Read More


Leonard Muhunguzi Sworn In as Kebisoni Town Council Mayor, Calls for Unity and Development

May 22, 2026 3:26 am Published by Comments Off on Leonard Muhunguzi Sworn In as Kebisoni Town Council Mayor, Calls for Unity and Development

Rukungiri: The newly elected Mayor of Kebisoni Town Council, Leonard Muhunguzi, has officially been sworn into office, marking the beginning of a new leadership term and the constitution of the new town council. The swearing-in ceremony was held on May 21, at the Kebisoni Town Council Hall in Rukungiri District.... Read More


Metropolitan International University Partners with Ministry to Expand Student Loan Access

May 21, 2026 7:05 pm Published by Comments Off on Metropolitan International University Partners with Ministry to Expand Student Loan Access

National: Metropolitan International University (MIU) has taken a significant step in supporting higher education in Uganda by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Education and Sports to enable eligible students to access government study loans. Established in 2016, MIU has its main campus in Kisoro District... Read More


Buyanja Town Council Leadership Elections Postponed Following Speakership Dispute

May 21, 2026 6:55 pm Published by Comments Off on Buyanja Town Council Leadership Elections Postponed Following Speakership Dispute

Rukungiri: The election of the Speaker and Executive Committee members for Buyanja Town Council has been postponed to May 22, at 10:00 a.m. following disputes that arose during the voting process. The swearing-in ceremony, held on May 21, at Buyanja Sub-county Council Hall, started smoothly with the newly elected Town... Read More


Rukungiri Western Division Commissions Kagogo Slaughter Slab and Karangaro Health Centre Latrine Projects

May 15, 2026 7:11 am Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri Western Division Commissions Kagogo Slaughter Slab and Karangaro Health Centre Latrine Projects

Rukungiri: Rukungiri Western Division Commissions Kagogo Slaughter Slab and Karangaro Health Centre Latrine ProjectsTwo development projects in Western Division, Rukungiri Municipality, have been officially commissioned. The projects include the renovation of the Kagogo slaughter slab and the construction of a two-stance lined VIP latrine at Karangaro Health Centre II. The... Read More


PFF Councilor Innocent Rubarondesa Declares Interest in Rukungiri Municipal Speakership

May 15, 2026 7:03 am Published by Comments Off on PFF Councilor Innocent Rubarondesa Declares Interest in Rukungiri Municipal Speakership

Rukungiri: The municipal councilor representing Kinyasano Ward, Innocent Rubarondesa of the opposition People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), has expressed interest in contesting for the position of Speaker of Rukungiri Municipal Council for the 2026–2031 term. In an interview with our reporter on May 14, Rubarondesa said that his party selected... Read More


Rubabo MP Rwabugumi Hosts Thanksgiving as Leaders Emphasize Service

May 15, 2026 6:58 am Published by Comments Off on Rubabo MP Rwabugumi Hosts Thanksgiving as Leaders Emphasize Service

Rukungiri: The newly sworn-in Members of Parliament for Uganda’s 12th Parliament have been urged to focus on their key responsibilities of legislation, oversight, representation, and budgeting in order to serve their constituencies effectively. The call was made on May 14, by the Bishop of North Kigezi diocese Rt. Rev. Onesmus... Read More


Maj Gen Muhwezi Calls for Focus on Service Delivery in New Parliamentary Term

May 15, 2026 6:01 am Published by Comments Off on Maj Gen Muhwezi Calls for Focus on Service Delivery in New Parliamentary Term

Rukungiri: The elected Member of Parliament for Rujumbura Constituency and Security Minister, Rtd Maj Gen Jim Muhwezi Katugugu, has called on Ugandans to focus on service delivery as the new parliamentary term begins. Speaking shortly after his swearing-in on May 14, Muhwezi said the country is now ready to move... Read More


Women Urged to Renew Faith in Christ at North Kigezi Diocese Conference

May 14, 2026 3:45 am Published by Comments Off on Women Urged to Renew Faith in Christ at North Kigezi Diocese Conference

Rukungiri: Women have been urged to embrace unity in Jesus Christ and renew their faith in God, who is the true source of everlasting peace. The message was delivered on May 13, by Rev. Debra Tumushabe Ahumuza, the Coordinator of Family Life in Kigezi Diocese, while preaching at the 3rd... Read More


Angry NRM Mobilizers Who Campaigned for President Museveni Accuse Peace Rugambwa of Failing to Pay Them

May 13, 2026 4:20 pm Published by Comments Off on Angry NRM Mobilizers Who Campaigned for President Museveni Accuse Peace Rugambwa of Failing to Pay Them

Rukungiri: NRM mobilizers in Rukungiri District are demanding payment for 15 days they spent campaigning for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and other NRM flag bearers during the January 15 general elections. The angry mobilizers, ranging from parish to district level, gathered on May 13, at Merphie Hotel in Eastern Division,... Read More