Author Archives for Country Radio

Benon Tugume Weds Auntie Jackie Manager of Country Radio in a Joyful Ceremony

December 17, 2024 9:33 pm Published by Comments Off on Benon Tugume Weds Auntie Jackie Manager of Country Radio in a Joyful Ceremony

Rukungiri: Joy and praise filled the air as the principal of Rukungiri Institute of Management Benon Tugume, exchanged vows with his wife, Jackline Tumuheirwe, popularly known as Auntie Jackie and the station manager of 87.6 Country Radio. The ceremony took place on December 15 at Yakobo Orikwera Buhandagazi Church of... Read More


Nyakishenyi Subcounty Chairperson Seeks UGX 80 Million for Ambulance After Surviving Deadly Accident

December 14, 2024 10:20 pm Published by Comments Off on Nyakishenyi Subcounty Chairperson Seeks UGX 80 Million for Ambulance After Surviving Deadly Accident

Rukungiri: The LCIII Chairperson for Nyakishenyi Subcounty, Wednesday Twinomujuni, is seeking over UGX 80 million to purchase an ambulance for Nyakishenyi and Nyarushanje sub-counties, which are considered hard-to-reach areas in Rukungiri district. Twinomujuni announced this on December 14, during a thanksgiving ceremony held at Rwakitura Leisure Gardens in Murama Parish,... Read More


CEO of Inspire Africa Coffee Factory Denies Claims of Presidential Ownership

December 12, 2024 10:33 pm Published by Comments Off on CEO of Inspire Africa Coffee Factory Denies Claims of Presidential Ownership

Ntungamo: The Chief Executive Officer of Inspire Africa Coffee Factory in Ntungamo, Nelson Tugume, has dismissed rumors that his coffee factory is owned by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Tugume made this clarification on December 11 during an oversight visit by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Hon. Joel Senyonyi,... Read More


Dr. Gracious Ariyo Applauds NRM for Liberalization, Boosts Country Radio Staff with UGX 2M Contribution

December 12, 2024 9:28 pm Published by Comments Off on Dr. Gracious Ariyo Applauds NRM for Liberalization, Boosts Country Radio Staff with UGX 2M Contribution

Rukungiri: The Director of 87.6 Country Radio Dr. Gracious Ariyo Kaazara, has praised the NRM government for the liberalization of the economy through privatization, which has allowed the public to establish their own projects in a free market. Dr. Ariyo made these remarks on December 12, during the 2024 end-of-year... Read More


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