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Min Lillian Aber gives out 595 iron sheets to institutions and vulnerable communities in Kitgum

  Kitgum District Institutions and vulnerable communities have received over 500 iron sheets from the office of the Prime Minister (OPM) Uganda, on Monday, February 17, 2025. The action is

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Five die of suspected witchcraft in Lamwo District

  Five people on Thursday 13, February 2025, died mysteriously in Lamwo District after a witchcraft performed magic spells on them to identify merchandise and cash thieves. The incident happen

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Miss Lango Deborah Elizabeth Okucu loses father

  Former Miss Lango, Queen Deborah Elizabeth Okucu is currently in pain after she reportedly lost her beloved father, Mr James Okucu to the cold hands of death. According to reports, her da

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Man fatally stabs wife to death in dispute over Shs10000 in Lamwo District

  Police in Lamwo District are investigating a bizarre incident in which a 42 year old man reportedly stabbed his wife to death. The suspect, Alex Olweny, a resident of Kaugoli South Villag

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Karuma Bridge to face another shutdown after it was partially reopened

  Minister of Works and Transport Gen Katumba Wamala has confirmed that Karuma Bridge will face another second phase of shutdown to allow further repair works on the facility. This comes less

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Shock as Nebbi woman returns home alive 4 years after her body was buried

  A woman who was thought to be dead and was buried by relatives, returned home alive leaving everyone shocked. The incident took place on Thursday at Paceru, Ndhew Sub-county in Nebbi dist

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I decided to play for South Sudan because of anger - Tito Okello reveals

  Former Uganda premier league striker, Tito Okello has revealed the reason why he switched his allegiance to the South Sudan national team. Tito Okello who played for two Ugandan side KCCA

Politics

Bosmic Otim denied chance to speak during Rwot Kasimiro Ongom coronation

  Controversial musician Bosmic Otim has accused the Chief Justice Alphonse Owiny Dollo for not allowing him to speak during the coronation of Rwot Kasimiro Ongom of P'Otongo clan. 

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I am the one who brought NUP in Northern Uganda - Says Bosmic Otim

  Musician and also presidential advisor on Operation Wealth Creation Bosmic Otim says he introduced the National Unity Platform (NUP) when nobody knew anything about it. Bosmic Otim who wa

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VIDEO: Gen Otema Awany, Hon Mapenduzi reunites at Gen Salim Saleh's 65th birthday celebration

  Political differences between Gen Charles Otema Awany and the Bardege-Layibi Division member of parliament Hon Ojara Martin Mapenduzi buried. This comes after the two met and shared the s

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VIDEO: Gen Salim Saleh given new name by people of Acholi

  The Chief Coordinator Operation Wealth Creation, Caleb Akandwanano alias Gen Salim Saleh has been named Oriba by the people of Acholi. Gen Saleh has acquired the new name for his role in

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Police clampdown on shisha smoking points in Gulu City

  Authorities in Gulu City have launched a crackdown on shisha smoking points after reports of rampant taking of substance among the youth. According to David Ongom Mudong, the Aswa West Po

Business and Technology

Presenter Prince Davz returns to airwaves after one year break

  Former 90.2 Radio King presenter Toya David Kilama commonly known as Prince Davz has announced his comeback on the airwaves after one year break. The media personality has joined Gulu Wes

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Choice FM Journalist Chowo Willy quits after 20 years of service

  After twenty years of service, investigative journalist Chowo Willy has resigned from Choice FM. Chowo Willy has been the longest serving radio journalist at the Gulu West based radio sta

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VIDEO: Kiryandongo woman allegedly gives birth to a tortoise

  The joy of a woman who was expecting a baby after 9 months of fatigue and pregnancy struggle has her joy turned into misery after giving birth to a tortoise . A lady whose names were not

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UNRA confirms the reopening of Karuma bridge for tomorrow

  The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has announced a major milestone in the rehabilitation of the Karuma Bridge, with the successful completion of asphalt laying on the bridge deck and

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Presenter Balmoi Steven quits Mega FM after 20 years, finds new juicy job

  Media personality and show host Steven Balmoi has resigned from Mega FM 102 where he worked for over 20 years. In a statement he shared on his social media platforms Steven Balmoi, who ho

Business and Technology

Gen Salim Saleh praises the success of PRF in Acholi sub-region

  General Salim Saleh, the chief coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) and Chairman of the Uganda Development Forum (UDF), has praised the success of the Parish Revolving Fund (PRF) i

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Kitgum mortuary attendant arrested over a bribe

  Police in Kitgum are holding a mortuary attendant at Kitgum General Hospital for allegedly demanding a bribe from the family of a deceased person. According to Peter Oyesigye the Kitgum D

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Gulu University wins Ultimate University Quiz Season 2

  Gulu University students on Thursday evening emerged victorious in the Ultimate University Quiz Season 2 after defeating Lira University in a thrilling battle of brains.  Gulu Univer

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VIDEO: Bosmic Otim attacks Hon Gilbert Olanya again

  Musician cum politician Bosmic Otim has yet again attacked Hon Gilbert Olanya and team for attacking and insulting him on social media. The long standing rift between Bosmic Otim and Gilb

Entertainment

BREAKING NEWS: Mega FM's Tekwo Wilfred has been suspended

  Mega FM presenter Tekwo Wilfred has reportedly been suspended from work three weeks ago. A reliable source says the presenter who has been on the news over the YouTube fight with singer B

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UPDF soldier sentenced to life in prison for killing three civilians in Agago

  Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), Private Ameny Bonny (32), has been handed a life sentence for shooting and killing three civilians last month in Agago District. He was charged

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Security agencies rubbish claims that over 400 heads are being collected for Karuma Bridge ritual

  Uganda's security agencies have Wednesday dismissed some social media reports that individuals are being beheaded for ritual purposes in connection with Karuma Bridge rehabilitation.

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CALL to launch Gang Waa Pi Waa initiative to support communities in the Northern region

  Creative Artists Of Luo Land (CALL) is set to launch an initiative aiming to tackle critical issues in the community within the region under the theme; increasing participation in blood dona

Entertainment

Jenneth Prischa sends another punch line into the music scene

  Nyinga Konyi, Lakubukubu star Jenneth Prischa sends another punch line into the music scene.  This is business as usual said the artist as she unleashed the monster tune this afterno

Business and Technology

Gulu bus terminal tenants asked to vacate the place

  Tenants of Gulu bus terminal in Gulu City have been asked to vacate the business park before December. The landlord is said to have issued a letter to all his tenants requesting them to l

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Motorcycle thieves dare Gulu RCC, steal motorbike as motorcycle theft soars in Gulu

  On Thursday afternoon thieves stormed the Gulu Resident City Commissioner compound and stole a Bajaj bike. Efforts to trace the suspected thieves using a CCTV camera yielded no fruit as t

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Gulu RCC orders closure of noisy churches, nightclubs in Gulu City

  Gulu Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Ambrose Onoria has caused buzz online after he ordered security personnel to close down all the noisy churches and nightclubs in Gulu City on Wednesday

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Photographer Jones celebrates as he lands first national photography gigs with FUFA

  The Gulu City based renowned photographer Jones is over the moon after achieving his first dream of capturing the national event. The skillful photographer has been contracted by the Fede

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14 Refugee Lightning victims laid to rest in Palabek

  Fourteen victims who lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a downpour on Saturday have been laid to rest on Sunday, 3, November in Zone 8, Block 2. The incident occurred

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Lacor Hospital ED Dr Cyprian Opira to be buried on Saturday

  The family of the late St Mary's hospital Lacor director, Dr Cyprian Opira has released the arrangements for his burial. There will be a requiem mass at Our Lady of Africa in Mbuya fr

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UNRA confirms near completion of Karuma Bridge

  The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has confirmed the rehabilitation of Karuma bridge has almost reached its final stage as it awaits the formworks installation. According to UNRA&

Business and Technology

Gulu University receives computers donation from Centenary Bank.

  On Monday 28th, October 2024, Gulu University received computers donation worth Ugx. 10,000,000 from Centenary Bank. The donations include two desktops and a laptop including a multi-tasking

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Thomas kwoyelo gets 40 years sentence for war crimes and crimes against humanity

  The Gulu Court has sentenced Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo to 40 years in prison after a landmark war crimes trial over his role in the group’s two-decade

Lifestyle and Events

Scenic sights at Murchison Falls National Park

  The closure of Karma bridge for renovation could have come with a lot of huddles but this is also a blessing in disguise for many Uganda's plying the Northern route through the park.&nbs

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Gen Otema Awany pledges Shs50 million to Acholi Province

  Gen Charles Otema Awany has on Sunday announced a commitment of 50 million Uganda shillings as a support to the Acholi Province team as the 5th edition is set to return. Gen Otema who is

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UPDF soldier shoots three civilians dead, injured two in Agago District.

  The Uganda People's Defense Force and Uganda Police Force have launched an investigation into an incident in which a soldier shot and killed three people, leaving two others in critical

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Fuso Lorry carrying Gulu pilgrims from Paimol involved in a road accident

  Several injured on a Sunday evening in which a truck carrying Gulu foot pilgrims from Wii Polo in Paimol, Agago District slid off the road before it overturned. The accident happened in L

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Rwot Acana II appoints Stella Kajange Lagiri as the new minister of labour, gender and social development

  The Acholi Paramount Chief, Rwot David Onen Acana II has appointed Counsel Stella Kajange Lagiri as the new Kingdom's Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development.   

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Acholi Cultural Festival 2024, Launched

  Acholi Paramount Chief, Rwot David Onen Acana II together with Opolacen Marketing Consultants managing director Paul Mutanga on Thursday, 17, 2024 launched the 2024 Acholi Cultural Festival

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Singer Bosmic Otim clashes with Rev. Fr. Onen Charles over a woman

  Controversial musician turned politician Lucky Bosmic Otim has sent a strong warning to Gulu East Member of Parliament Rev. Father Onen to stay away from his wife. The conflict ignited wh

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Paicho mother arrested for beating up her 3-year old child over food

  A 34 year old woman has been arrested for assaulting her 3 year old daughter in Ajanyi village Pagik Parish in Paicho sub-county. The suspect, Anek Molly allegedly beat up her toddler, Me

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Breaking News: Nabilatuk man arrested for sodomising 9-year-old boy

  Police in Nabilatuk district in Northern Uganda have arrested and detained a 25-year-old man for sodomizing a 9-year-old boy. The suspect has been identified as Asio Maracello, a casual w

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A S.6 student murdered in cold blood over a girl in Kitgum

  Ocira Daniel, 23 year old senior six student of Kitgum High School in Kitgum Municipality was reportedly brutalized and murdered by his schoolmates over a girl. Reports say the deceased w

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Museveni Waives fee charges on non tourist travelers using Murchison Falls park

  President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) to stop charging fees from travellers (not tourists) who are transiting through the Murchison Falls National

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YY Okot Memorial College S.6 candidate dies as machine blade cut her neck

  Lamwaka Hellen Benita, 18, a senior six candidate at YY Okot Memorial College in Kitgum on Thursday October 3rd, 2024, died from excessive bleeding after she was accidentally slit on the nec

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Breaking News: Bosmic Otim reportedly arrested in Kampala, sent in custody

  Local musician Lucky Bosmic Otim has reportedly been arrested this afternoon from Kampala where he had gone for his personal business. According to a reliable source, Bosmic Otim is in cu

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UWA revises transit guidelines, permits motorists to use Kichumbanyobo-Tangi route

  Uganda Wildlife Authority UWA has revised transit guidelines for motorists using alternative routes through Murchison Falls National Park. Buses can temporarily transit via the kichumbany

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