Rukungiri: The Rukungiri District Police Commander (DPC), SSP Brian Ampaire, has cautioned members of the public especially those intending to display fireworks to ensure they have valid licenses permitting them to do so. Ampaire during an interview with our news reporter on December 30, from his office at Rukungiri main... Read More
Rukiga: A somber mood engulfed Kyogo Church of Uganda in Kamwezi Sub-county, Rukiga District, on December 29, as mourners gathered to bid farewell to seven members of one family who lost their lives in a tragic road accident. The victims were identified as Sayuni Turihonabwe, Bredah Ainembabazi, Ivan Niwagaba, Keisha... Read More
Rukungiri: Buguma FC has emerged victorious in the Timothy Inter-Cells Memorial Cup tournament held at Nyabiteete Secondary School playground, defeating Rushaka FC 3–1 in an exciting final match. The chief coordinator of the tournament, Joel Mugisha, on December 27, said the competition brings together all the cells of Nyabiteete Parish... Read More
Ntungamo: The Abahinda clan in the Ankole region have officially enthroned Prince Tugume Salim Kigumira Kitoboo as their clan leader. The colorful ceremony was held on December 27, at St. John’s School of Nursing playground in Ntungamo district, attracting Abahinda clan members from Ntungamo, Rukungiri, Kanungu, Kabale, Mitooma, and Mbarara... Read More
Rukungiri: As Christians across the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, a section of church leaders in Rukungiri and neighboring districts have today December 25, called on believers to embrace peace, love, forgiveness and respect for parents as key pillars of Christian life. Preaching at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in... Read More
Kanungu: The Church of Uganda is preparing for a major leadership transition following the announcement that the Archbishop, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, together with six bishops, will retire on August 14, 2027. The announcement was made by the Church of Uganda Communications Officer, Sadiiki Adams, while... Read More
Rukungiri: The Dean of Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano, The Very Rev. Amasiko Niwegariho has officiated the launch of Max Oils Petrol Station in Kebison Sub-county, Rukungiri District. During the launch on December 24, the first 100 customers were each given fuel at a promotional rate of only 3,000 shillings per litre.... Read More
Rukungiri: A total of 20 members of Rukungiri Farmers SACCO have received Christmas goodies through the Christmas Bonanza game that has been running for almost three months. The promotion, which started on October 1, involved three categories: saving a specific amount of money, buying shares, and recruiting new members. All... Read More
Rukungiri: The Local Council I Chairperson for Rwakiriba Cell in Rusheshe Parish, Buhunga Sub-county, Rukungiri District, Dezi Kyabobo has announced plans to retire after serving the community for 40 years. He announced this on December 21, while delivering his speech at the campaign rally of Minister Jim Muhwezi in Buhunga... Read More
Rukungiri: The Minister for Security and Member of Parliament for Rujumbura Constituency, Rt. Maj. Gen. Jim Muhwezi, has pledged to continue providing scholarships to students from across the constituency at Rujumbura Institute of Business and Technology (RIBATECH). Muhwezi made the announcement on December 22, while campaigning in Ruhinda Sub-county. He... Read More