Dr Stella Apecu Laloyo, the Chief of the Institute of Peace and Strategic Studies during a presentation to the EU Ambassadors noted that the center is expected to conduct both electronic and physical research in transitional justice in the region.
The Diocese launched the inaugural commemoration last year in honour of Rwot Awich, who is credited with inviting the Church Missionary Society (CMS) to Acholi land in 1903.
While flagging off a group of 200 pilgrims on Sunday evening in Gulu city, Rwot Acana reminded the pilgrims that pilgrimage is not just a physical journey but a test of spiritual endurance and discipline.
Across several sub-counties, town councils, and municipality divisions, a significant number of former NRM Chairpersons and other long-term serving party officials failed to retain their positions in a move seemingly signaling leadership changes.
David Ongom Mudong, the Aswa West Public Relations Officer told Uganda Radio Network Friday that investigations into the brutal murder has commenced while a manhunt for the three unknown assailants is ongoing
Dr Kabagambe noted that the new programme has been brought closer to teachers in need of upgrading from certificate to diploma and from diploma levels to degree programmes which will help in improving the quality of teachers.
Florence Oyella Olango, the Assessment Area Coordinator for Station 40 in Gulu city told Uganda Radio Network Wednesday that since the exams started on May 2, none of the scouts have reported no incidence of malpractice. Olango noted that all eight accredited centers within Gulu city are under strict supervision by scouts to ensure examinations are conducted smoothly without any incidence.
Bishop Ogwal breathed his last on Sunday morning from St Mary’s Hospital Lacor in Gulu, where he had been admitted in critical condition for the past week.
Speaking in an interview with Uganda Radio Network, Todwong made it clear that all aspiring candidates, regardless of their political history must undergo the party’s internal primary elections.
According to the North Kyoga Public Relations Officer, Patrick Okema, the deceased reportedly lost control of the motor vehicle before crashing into a parked trailer with registration number SSD 326V/ZE 0238.
Todwong noted that discussions on pertinent issues affecting the Acholi people must be a collective effort of all leaders and stakeholders but not a handful of legislators who think they care more about the Acholi community.
Gen Saleh however noted during the retreat that the boda boda leaders have missed many opportunities in the industry citing lack of clarity on situations, mission, institution, administration and command control. He said himself including other people have in the past tried to intervene in supporting the boda boda industry but lost their money due to disunity.
On Tuesday, the NRM held elections for LC1 flag bearers and party structures in 72,000 villages across the country, in preparation for the upcoming 2026 general elections. However, there have been reports of irregularities, including missing voter names, unregistered candidates, and illegal voting at some polling stations.
Speaking as a keynote speaker at the event, Peter Labeja, then Manager of Radio Rupiny, emphasized the importance of long-term financial planning for journalists, a profession often characterized by unstable contracts, low pay, and minimal pension contributions.
Winifred Janny Oyella, the Regional Agricultural Officer in the Coffee Department at MAAIF told Uganda Radio Network that the shift follows research that shows clonal Robusta coffee has a higher rate of yield compared to elite Robusta.
According to Owori, the training is part of a broader initiative the government has derived to improve the coffee production sector in the Acholi sub-region where demands for coffee seedlings are rising.
Omona’s statement follows back-to-back criticism by several leaders, especially from the Acholi Sub-region over time, who argue that despite massive government spending, the region remains among the poorest in the country.
On Saturday, a total of 133 former abductees, comprising males and females, received certificates of completion for the vocational training in a graduation ceremony held at the OPM office in Gulu city.
Dr Aceng noted that due to the poor immunization coverage, the mortality rate from vaccine preventable diseases in the sub-region remain high yet the Ministry has stocked the health facilities with vaccines.
Julius Ocungi · author