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Public Urged to Nominate Deserving Citizens for Presidential Awards

December 11, 2024 9:04 pm Published by Comments Off on Public Urged to Nominate Deserving Citizens for Presidential Awards

Rukungiri: The Secretary of the Presidential Awards Committee and Head of the Chancery Department in the President’s Office, Hajjat Malole Zamina, has called on the public to actively participate in identifying deserving individuals for national honors. Zamina made these remarks on December 11, during a one-day workshop at the Rukungiri... Read More


Opposition Leader Joel Ssenyonyi Calls for Transparency in Government Support to Private Enterprises

December 11, 2024 6:45 pm Published by Comments Off on Opposition Leader Joel Ssenyonyi Calls for Transparency in Government Support to Private Enterprises

Ntungamo: The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi, has urged the government to establish a clear and comprehensive modus operandi for supporting private entities with taxpayers’ money. Ssenyonyi made these remarks on December 11, during an oversight visit to the Africa Coffee Park in Rwashamaire, Kajara County,... Read More


Masya Parish Residents Demand Electricity to Spur Development

December 10, 2024 9:22 pm Published by Comments Off on Masya Parish Residents Demand Electricity to Spur Development

Rukungiri: Residents of Masya Parish in Nyakagyeme Sub-county, Rukungiri District, have expressed frustration over the lack of electricity, which they say is hindering the development of their area. According to the interviews conducted by our reporter on December 10, Many residents report that they are forced to rely on costly... Read More


Rukungiri New PAC Members take Oath.

December 10, 2024 9:10 pm Published by Comments Off on Rukungiri New PAC Members take Oath.

Rukungiri: The recently appointed Members of Rukungiri district Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Tuesday December 10, 2024 took oath in a function held at the district headquarters in Rukungiri Municipality. The newly appointed PAC members include Zepher Karyeija (chairperson), Sabiiti Kenneth Baabo, and Florence Katunguka. The three incoming PAC members... Read More


Bishop Okello Calls on Youth to Repent and Embrace Prayer

December 10, 2024 9:06 pm Published by Comments Off on Bishop Okello Calls on Youth to Repent and Embrace Prayer

Rukungiri: The Bishop of Revival Mission Church in Western Uganda, Michael Grace Okello, has urged youth to turn back to God, repent of their sins, and live prayerful lives to become true members of God’s family. He made this call on December 10, during a youth conference at Rukungiri Revival... Read More


Christians Urged to Prioritize Baptism and Weddings Over Celebration Costs.

December 9, 2024 7:06 pm Published by Comments Off on Christians Urged to Prioritize Baptism and Weddings Over Celebration Costs.

Rukungiri: Christians have been encouraged not to use the lack of funds for parties as an excuse to delay baptizing their children or having weddings. This message was delivered by the lay leader of All Saints Church of Uganda under Rujumbura Archdeaconry, Hannington Tumutegyerize, during a church service held in... Read More


Ruhinda Sub-county Qualifies for Finals in Boda Boda Tournament.

December 7, 2024 9:50 pm Published by Comments Off on Ruhinda Sub-county Qualifies for Finals in Boda Boda Tournament.

Rukungiri: Ruhinda Sub-county has advanced to the finals from Group A in the Rujumbura Constituency Boda Boda Tournament organized by Hon. Frank Arinaitwe Rukanirwa, the hopeful Member of Parliament for Rujumbura. This was revealed on December 7, by the head of Sports for team Rukanirwa, Benon Kanyesigye, commonly known as... Read More


Students Advised to Stay Vigilant and Engage in Positive Activities

December 6, 2024 7:18 pm Published by Comments Off on Students Advised to Stay Vigilant and Engage in Positive Activities

Rukungiri: Ambrose Garyahandere, speaking on behalf of an aspiring MP for Rujumbura Constituency in Rukungiri District Franka Arinaitwe Rukanirwa, urged students to remain vigilant and engage in constructive activities during their holidays. Garyahandere said this during a graduation ceremony for nursery pupils transitioning to primary school at Mother Care Nursery... Read More


Bible Society of Uganda Begins Translation of Study Bible into Runyankore-Rukiga

December 6, 2024 6:40 pm Published by Comments Off on Bible Society of Uganda Begins Translation of Study Bible into Runyankore-Rukiga

Rukungiri: The Bible Society of Uganda has commenced the translation of a Study Bible into Runyankore-Rukiga, marking the first time a Study Bible will be translated into a Ugandan local language and only the second time in an African language. The project, which began in May this year, is estimated... Read More


Human Rights Lawyers Sue Kenya and Uganda at EACJ Over Dr. Besigye’s Forced Rendition

December 6, 2024 5:02 pm Published by Comments Off on Human Rights Lawyers Sue Kenya and Uganda at EACJ Over Dr. Besigye’s Forced Rendition

Kampala: Prominent human rights lawyers have filed a petition against the governments of Kenya and Uganda at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ), seeking intervention in the case of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his associate Hajj Obeid Lutale. The duo was allegedly abducted in Kenya on... Read More