Rukungiri: Country Radio 87.6FM has officially launched its Listeners Association, marking a major milestone aimed at enhancing operations and improving service delivery. The launch took place on June 20, at the radio station premises in Kifunjo Cell, Kyatoko Ward, Eastern Division, Rukungiri Municipality. Speaking during the launch, the Assistant Resident... Read More
Kabale: The High Court in Kabale District has dismissed a civil suit involving the Rukungiri District aspiring Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Mary Paula Turyahikayo Kebirungi and Godfrey Turyahikayo Rweihunga against their former Political Assistant, Angello Twinomuhangi Bagorogoza who is currently eyeing the Rukungiri District Chairpersonship. The plaintiffs alleged that... Read More
Rukungiri: The aspiring Member of Parliament for Rukungiri Municipality, Counsel Isaac Atukunda, has called on his fellow contestants to step down and join him in the struggle to improve service delivery and promote the development of Rukungiri Municipality. He made the remarks on June 17, during a live talk show... Read More
Rukungiri: Locals have been encouraged to regularly seek legal advice to gain the knowledge necessary to avoid making poor decisions in their daily lives. This message was emphasized on June 17, during a one-day workshop organized by the All In One Women’s Association (ALOWA), held at Riverside Hotel in Rukungiri... Read More
Rukungiri: Arts teachers in Rukungiri District under their umbrella body, the Professional Human Teachers Union (UPHTU), have staged a peaceful protest demanding equal pay with their science counterparts. The demonstration, held on June 16, started at Riverside Hotel where the teachers gathered for a meeting and later moved while chanting... Read More
Rukungiri: The Deputy Speaker of Nyakishenyi Sub County, who doubles as the district councilor representing Kafujo Parish Gedion Tumwesigye, has officially crossed from the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) party to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. Tumwesigye, who also served as PFF treasurer for Rubabo County and chairperson... Read More
Rukungiri: The Rukungiri District Local Government has commissioned a newly renovated classroom block at Kajunju Primary School in Kajunju Cell, Ndere Parish, Ruhinda Sub County in Rujumbura Constituency. The project, which includes two classrooms, was completed by K-MARO Contractors at a cost of over UGX 70 million. The commissioning ceremony... Read More
Rukungiri: The Minister for Security and Rujumbura County Member of Parliament, Hon. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Jim Katugugu Muhwezi, has reaffirmed his support for grassroots development, particularly initiatives led by women, as part of his wider commitment to community empowerment. This message was delivered on June 15, during Mary’s Day celebrations... Read More
Rukungiri: Police in Rukungiri district are investigating circumstances surrounding the death of a 56 year old woman who was killed by her husband on allegations of infidelity. The deceased has been identified as Sanyu Dinavence, a resident of Kakanyenye cell in Karuhembe parish, Kebisoni sub-county. Allegations indicate that the deceased... Read More
Rukungiri: Rukungiri Municipality has officially formed a Municipal Development Forum (MDF), bringing together representatives from various sectors to enhance service delivery, improve infrastructure, and promote inclusive urban development. The committee will work closely with municipal authorities to bridge the gap between citizens and the council. The Rukungiri municipal town clerk,... Read More