Rukungiri: The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Raphael Magezi, has applauded political leaders in Rukungiri District for their cooperation and teamwork in implementing government programmes. In a speech delivered on his behalf by the Commissioner for District Administration in the Ministry of Local Government, Paul Oket Okello, on June 28,... Read More
Rukungiri: A wave of gratitude and celebration filled the air in Kanyinya Ndorero Ward, Southern Division, Rukungiri Municipality, as family, friends, and dignitaries gathered to honor Alfred Katabazi, the retired Principal Municipal Officer of Rukungiri Municipality. The colorful thanksgiving ceremony, held at Katabazi’s residence on June 28, marked the end... Read More
Rukungiri: The aspiring Member of Parliament for Rukungiri municipality Andrew Ankunda Kikira has promised to provide tangible solutions to the problems that have persistently irked residents of Rukungiri municipality for a very long time. Following his nomination on Thursday June 26, 2025 at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) electoral commission... Read More
Rukungiri: Isaac Tumuhimbise has been officially nominated to contest in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries for Rukungiri municipality mayorship Member of Parliament in the 2026–2031 elections. Tumuhimbise was nominated on Thursday June 26, 2025 by the Rukungiri district NRM registrar Jackson Mugarura at the party offices. Addressing the... Read More
Rukungiri: Country Radio 87.6 FM joyfully celebrates its second anniversary, bringing excitement to both the staff and loyal listeners who have supported the station since its humble beginnings. The radio station began its official broadcasts on June 25th, 2023, operating from Rwanyakashesha Hill in Kifunjo Cell, Kyatoko Ward, Eastern Division... Read More
Rukungiri: Humanities teachers in Rukungiri District have unanimously resolved to continue their strike, defying the government’s call to return to class. They have vowed not to participate in any education-related activities, including teaching, until their demands for salary equality with science teachers are met. The decision was made during a... Read More
Rukungiri: Tragedy struck Kizinga A, Kyamakanda Ward in Buyanja Sub-county, Rukungiri District, after a 50-year-old woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances. The deceased, identified as Evalyne Mbabazi, a wife to Robert Muramuzi White, reportedly disappeared on Sunday evening at around 8:00 PM. Her lifeless body was discovered the following... Read More
Rukungiri: Buyaja Lamp Holders Choir has officially launched a collection of over 500 gospel songs, marking a major milestone in their mission to preach the word of God through music. The launch event took place on June 22, at Buyaja Playground in Buyaja Town Council, Rukungiri District, and attracted several... Read More
Rukungiri: The Rotary Club of Rukungiri has officially welcomed Sofia Turyabagyenyi as the incoming president for the 2025–2026 term. The installation ceremony was held on June 21, at Rukungiri Inn Hotel in Eastern Division, Rukungiri Municipality. During the event, Turyabagyenyi noted that leadership in the Rotary Club is rotational, with... Read More
Rukungiri: Kitaziguruka Junction Bodaboda Stage, through their association Kitaziguruka Junction Bodaboda Stage Association, has officially launched their new stage. The launch event was held on June 22, in Marumba C Cell, Kanyina Ward, Southern Division, Rukungiri Municipality. It was led by the chief guest the aspiring Member of Parliament for... Read More