Tag Archive: Uganda

Bishop Onesimus Asiimwe Urges Students to Live God-Fearing and Disciplined Lives

November 9, 2025    By admin

Rikungiri: The Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, has urged students to open their hearts to Jesus Christ and live disciplined, God-fearing lives as future leaders of the nation. Presiding over a Confirmation Service on November 9, at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano in Rukungiri district, Bishop Asiimwe thanked... Read More

Two Juveniles Arrested for Murder of 14-Year-Old Boy in Rukungiri

November 8, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: Police in Rukungiri District have arrested two teenage suspects over the murder of 14-year-old Kam Twinamatsiko, a student and resident of Nyarurambi Cell, Kasheshe Parish, Buyanja Sub County. The incident happened on November 7, 2025, at around 8:00 p.m., when the deceased and his friend Edwin Niwenyesiga were reportedly... Read More

Man Found Dead in Rukungiri, Police Suspect Murder by Strangulation

November 8, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: Police in Rukungiri District are investigating the suspected murder of a 39-year-old man identified as Pius Kyarisima, a resident of Kibare Cell, Western Division. Kyarisima’s lifeless body was discovered in his bed on November 6, 2025, at around 9:00 p.m., with visible injuries on his forehead and feet, suggesting... Read More

Electoral Commission Holds Harmonization Meeting for Aspiring Candidates in Buyanja

November 7, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Electoral Commission (EC) has held a harmonization meeting for aspiring candidates at the subcounty level, including LC3 chairpersons and councilors, in Buyanja Subcounty and Buyanja Town Council to align campaign programs and avoid clashes during the campaign period. The meeting, held on November 7 at the Buyanja Town... Read More

D/RDC Ongom Urges Victory International College Students to Uphold Discipline and Focus on Education

November 7, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Deputy Resident District Commissioner (D/RDC) for Rukungiri, Wilberforce Ahimbisibwe Ongom, has urged students of Victory International College to uphold discipline, stay focused on their studies, and work hard to secure a successful future. Ahimbisibwe made the remarks on November 6, during a farewell party for second-year candidates at... Read More

27-Year-Old Burnt to Death Over Goat Theft Allegation in Rukungiri

November 6, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: Police in Rukungiri District are investigating circumstances under which a 27-year-old man was lynched by a mob over alleged theft of a goat. The deceased has been identified as Allan Mwesigye, a resident of Kacence cell, Kacence parish, Nyakishenyi sub-county in Rukungiri district. According to police, the incident happened... Read More

Rukungiri Electoral Commission Holds Harmonization Meeting Ahead of Campaigns

November 6, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Rukungiri District Electoral Commission (EC) has held a harmonization meeting with aspiring candidates for both the constituency and woman Member of Parliament seats to plan campaign roadmaps and prevent clashes during campaign rallies. The meeting, which took place on November 6, at the Rukungiri District Council Hall, attracted... Read More

MAAIF to Establish Regional Crop Inspection Offices to Fight Fake Agro Inputs

November 6, 2025    By admin

Rukungiri: The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) is set to crack down on fake agricultural products on the market by establishing regional crop inspection offices. For Kigezi Sub-region, the office will be set up in Kabale District early next year. According to MAAIF, 11 regional crop inspection... Read More