Susan Nakanwagi, the Program Coordinator at UCC, said that this program aims to enhance digital inclusion and improve access to information and communication in rural communities. She added that the tablets, which are preloaded with data, will empower households to learn modern farming techniques, search for markets, get timely updates, and support daily activities.
According to the PLE results released by UNEB on Thursday, 14 out of the 16 candidates registered by the school failed the exams. Only one candidate, Alex Kenyi, passed in division four with an aggregate score of 33, while another did not show up for the exams.
Richard Andama Ferua, W. Nile Tourism Ambassador and a resident of Terego, emphasized the need for the local government to allocate resources to secure the land and harness its rich history for tourism.
The victims, members of the Oumolao clan, were reportedly attacked after being accused of engaging in an incestuous act. This accusation led to their brutal beating, which police have described as a clear violation of their human rights.
Gulu City Education Officer, Richard Irwenyo, highlighted the growing demand for special needs education. He pointed out that the three existing special needs schools have become referral centers, even drawing students from neighboring South Sudan.
Robert Ssekitoleeko, the Bamunanika County Member of Parliament, pointed out that idle land at mosques is prone to being targeted by grabbers and encroachers. He revealed that some individuals within families are also reclaiming land donated to mosques by their deceased relatives, which can be mitigated by developing and titling the land.
According to a resident Vetti Wambewo, Pyusi had a dispute with Kisebe after seeing him dancing with his girlfriend. In the altercation, Pyusi allegedly used a pager to cut Kisebe four times on the head. Kisebe was subsequently rushed to a nearby clinic by area locals.
Authorities report that numerous people have continued to illegally reclaim wetlands for settlement and farming, posing a significant threat to the environment.
The Energy Ministry has partnered with several organizations, including Planet Gold, Impact, and the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), to gazette mining areas and license the miners. Artisanal miners are encouraged to form groups and apply for Artisan and Small-scale mining licenses at a fee of 1 million shillings.
The warriors, who have been terrorizing the sub-counties of Rupa and Lotisan, had taken a break following security deployment and patrols in hotspot areas, particularly Nakiloro trading center, which led to the arrest of two notorious warriors.
The case registered under SD07/10/05/2024 of Gweri Police Station in Soroti district is losing ground after the only document with details of the victim’s date of birth was tempered with during the police investigations.
Michael Longole, the Mount Moroto Regional Police Spokesperson, confirmed the incident, stating that the police were promptly informed and intervened in the matter.
