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Uganda recorded 1,002 human trafficking cases in 2025, with authorities warning that traffickers are increasingly using social media, smartphones and artificial intelligence to lure unsuspecting job seekers with fake employment opportunities. In West Nile, two cases have...
"The issue of production must be the focus of everybody for socioeconomic transformation." Matua Job Richard, Arua Assistant Resident City Commissioner.
His Highness Yuma Manasseh Amuku, the Agofe (Paramount Chief) Elect of the Lugbara Kari cultural institution, is dead, the family confirmed. He died on October 26, 2026 at Arua RRH. He served as the cultural leader for the Lugbara community.
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Mzee Yuma Manasseh Amuku, the former Agofe of Lugbara Kari has died.
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Does national cleaning days need a formal policy or law?
Its looks like I can remain sleeping on those Saturdays.
I don't see giudlines.
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This is why PTAs should own these schools and students must pay some fees to sustain these schools. The peanuts provided by the government can't keep these schools running.
The theory of free education is a delusion our people must rid themselves of.
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The members of parliament can follow that pledge through MoES if they have any document evidence on it.
Write to PS with attention to Commissioner planning and copy to the line Minister.
Arivu SS in Arua District is grappling with poor infrastructure, no electricity and declining enrolment, now at just 168 learners. Stakeholders are seeking government intervention, recalling President Museveni鈥檚 1993 pledge to construct a classroom block that remains unfulfilled.
Why Technical Education is no longer an alternative but a profession that the country should embrace, the Commissioner in charge of TVET at the Ministry of Education and Sports, Dr. Loy Muhwezi, explains during her visit to West Nile.
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Arua City has emerged as the country鈥檚 top-performing city in revenue generation after collecting UGX 9.68 billion in the last financial year, exceeding its UGX 8.05 billion target. The achievement was recognised at a local government revenue conference in Kampala, where the...
The Lugbara Kari Cultural Institution has today culturally enthroned Angelo Pati Alia as the fourth Agofe (Paramount Chief) following the traditional rituals and the handover of cultural instruments, marking the start of his five-year tenure.
However, the enthronement has deepen
Ushindi Secondary School purchases a new school bus, parades through Arua City before heading to Vurra Arua District today. This is expected to facilitate transport for the school activities and nearby communities where need be, for hire.
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#NewsNow: @PoliceUg in West Nile have urged members of the public to remain vigilant against insecurity, desist from engaging in criminal activities & avoid behaviours that contravene the law during celebrations to mark Uganda鈥檚 64th Independence Day on Friday, 9 October 2026.
The Archbishop of Church of Uganda, the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, says there is halt on creation of new dioceses in the province until lifted up. Those yearning for new diocese should use this chance to prepare.
Farewell Service at Emmanuel Cathedral Mvara today
Archbishop, the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu: "We are here to complement others, not to compete with others. Some church leaders or other leaders when they come into office, want to ensure they delete everything
Anyara Primary School in Ayivu West Arua City is facing a critical shortage of teachers & staff accommodation. With only 13 teachers serving about 1,400 learners, the school鈥檚 teacher-pupil ratio is far above the recommended standard, affecting learning & contributing to dropout.
Muni University won the inaugural Africa Higher Education for Transformation (AHEFT) Prize, earning US$3 million (about Shs11.7 billion) to expand initiatives in education, research and community transformation. The university was recognised by Mastercard Foundation alongside fou
Police in Maracha on Monday shot dead a suspected armed robber & recovered SMG after foiling robbery at Asili Petrol Station in Buramali Cell. Police say three armed suspects attacked the station before officers responded, killing one suspect in an exchange of fire, two escaped.
The Little Sisters of Mother Immaculate of Gulu-Ediofe Community in Arua Diocese are seeking Shs101 million to renovate their over 80-year-old convent. The facility has a leaking roof, damaged ceiling, sewage and water systems, worn-out floors and a dilapidated kitchen, making...
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UPDATE: Rehabilitation of the 102km Nebbi-Arua road and Ora Bridge will begin next month, Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama has announced. The Shs321 billion project will be undertaken by Chinese contractor China Railway 18th Bureau Group Co. Ltd and will also cover several critical roads in Arua City. Byamukama made the announcement on the second day of his upcountry road tour in the West Nile region. He is expected to inspect roads in Koboko, Yumbe and Moyo today.
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