Rukungiri: Rukungiri District has received its first digital X-ray machine in public health facilities since the district was established in 1974. At that time, the area was still known as North Kigezi District before it was renamed in 1980. The X-ray machine, donated by the Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)... Read More
Rukungiri: A team of four individuals from Mbale District has begun a two-day benchmarking tour in Rukungiri District, focusing on agriculture and livestock. The tour aims to help improve farming practices in their region by learning from successful farmers in Rukungiri. The benchmarking tour, which began on July 14, is... Read More
Rukungiri: With only three days left to the NRM primary elections, aspiring Member of Parliament for Rukungiri Municipality, Andrew Ankunda Kikira, has called on LC1 chairpersons to guide voters on the correct polling stations to avoid missing out on electing their preferred candidates. Ankunda Kikira made the remarks during a... Read More
Rukungiri: Christians of Yakobo Orikwera Buhandagazi Church of Uganda have gathered in celebration of St. Peter’s Day, with a strong message centered on renewed focus toward supporting the boy child. While preaching during the service on July 12, the parish priest Rev. Sison Gumisiriza expressed concern over the declining number... Read More
Rukungiri: Christians have been encouraged to embrace unity, love, and cooperation as essential values for building a strong and thriving community. The message was delivered on July 13, by the Pastor of Christ Believers Temple Alfred Mugarura Kaharata who was the guest of honor during a thanksgiving ceremony the parish... Read More
Rukungiri: With only four days left to the elections, aspiring Member of Parliament for Rukungiri Municipality, Nathan Kamugisha, has urged voters not to be intimidated or threatened during this critical period. Kamugisha made the remarks on July 13, while appearing on a talk show on 87.6 FM Country Radio, where... Read More
Rukungiri: The Rubabo County Member of Parliament, Hon. Naboth Namanya, has called on his constituents to remain united and avoid political wrangles as the country gears up for the 2026 General Elections. Hon. Namanya made the appeal after picking his nomination forms on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from the People’s... Read More
Rukungiri: The renowned TikToker and aspiring Western Youth Member of Parliament, Elizabeth Katanywa Kakwanzi, has called upon youth delegates from Rukungiri District to unite and embrace friendship as a foundation for building a better future. Kakwanzi made the remarks on July 12, during a meeting with youth delegates held at... Read More
Rukungiri: The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abas Byakagaba, has promised to deploy more security personnel, police and water motor vehicles, and motorcycles in Rukungiri district to boost security during the upcoming elections. This was revealed on July 11, by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Steven Nsubuga Bewayo, in an... Read More
Rukungiri: The aspiring Woman Member of Parliament for Rukungiri District Annah Nuwagaba Tumuramye, has urged residents of Katonya Parish in Nyakishenyi Sub-county to engage in handcraft-making as a way to improve household incomes. Nuwagaba made the remarks during a campaign rally held on July 10 at Kirimbe Trading Centre in... Read More