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@uplandMedia Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:52:36
After 24 Years, Chosen Evangelical Revival Church Factions Reconcile
The two factions, led by Julius Moro and Onespro Ludolo, have been in conflict since 2001, primarily over allegations of mismanagement of church assets, including land, and struggles for power.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:54:04
Micro-Irrigation Schemes Empower Lamwo Farmers
One such success story is Opiyo Samuel Wellborn, a 48-year-old farmer from Lamwo Town Council. With guidance from Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), he transitioned to horticulture farming and expanded his role to include being an input dealer and exemplar in best farming practices.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:00:11
UNEB: 1.41 million register for 2025 national exams
A total of 1,415,857 candidates have been registered for the 2025 national examinations across all levels, according to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB). These include candidates for the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). This marks a 6.8%
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@uplandMedia Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:15:14
Minister Gidudu Advocates for Financial Independence Among Older Persons through PDM
The minister's call for action was a response to requests from older persons in the region, who have expressed a need for support, including essential materials such as iron sheets for housing
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@uplandMedia Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:39:25
NRM Elderly League Chairmanship Aspirant Proposes Hospital for Seniors
During a vote solicitation event for East Acholi district, held at the Pelican Motel in Kitgum Municipality, Hon. Busingye stated that the proposed hospital will occupy 25 acres of land in Luweero District and aim to provide free healthcare services tailored specifically for the elderly.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:59:47
UPDF Intercepts Suspected Arms Smuggler in Lamwo District
The individual, identified as Isaac Okunga from Akor Village in Lira District, was apprehended by personnel from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) at the Waligo border point.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 04 Aug 2025 03:54:44
St. Joseph Comprehensive School Launches UGX 300 Million Modern Hostel
This modern facility, situated at the school in Padibe West Sub-County, Lamwo District, can accommodate more than 500 students, addressing the increasing demands on the school's current dormitory resources.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:20:17
MAAIF Distributes 15,000 Seedlings to Kitgum Farmers
According to Julius Lakareber, an Agricultural Extension Officer with MAAIF, the seedlings are part of the ministry's efforts to promote coffee production in the district. "This is the second time we have provided coffee seedlings to farmers in Kitgum," According to Julius Lakareber, an Agricultural Extension Officer with MAAIF, the seedlings are part of the ministry's efforts to promote coffee production in the district. "This is the second time we have provided coffee seedlings to farmers in Kitgum,
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@uplandMedia Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:35:32
Bomah Hotel Achieves 4-Star Rating from Uganda Tourism Board
According to Madam Irene Adakun, the General Manager of Bomah Hotel Limited, the rating was determined following a thorough evaluation of the hotel's facilities and services. This grading initiative is part of the UTB's commitment to ensuring that hospitality establishments in Uganda adhere to international quality standards.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:08:56
Lamwo Aims to Enhance Agricultural Enterprises for Better Market Recognition
Muhenda Patrick Agaba, the Lamwo District Production Officer, said the district is currently involved in too many agricultural enterprises, which have diluted the volume and quality of produce, making it difficult for Lamwo to be recognised in both national and international markets.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:04:13
Health Ministry to install solar-powered cold chain fridges in health centers
The Ministry of Health has started installation of solar–powered cold chain refrigerators, in a move that officials say will help save the millions of doses of vaccines that go to waste every year. While flagging off the equipment, Health Minister Dr Jane Ruth Aceng said the fridges.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 08 Aug 2025 02:30:30
PFF Registers 20,000 Members in Acholi Region, Prepares for 2026 Elections
Komakech John Ogwok, the PFF Governor for the Acholi region and a candidate for the Kitgum Municipality MP seat, reported that the party's membership drive is ongoing, with expectations that these numbers will continue to grow as the elections approach.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 09 Aug 2025 23:48:15
Principals and Deputy Principals Association of Northern Uganda Honors Eight Retirees
The retirees honored during the ceremony included Jojina Zipola (Arua CORE PTC), Magrate Aluka (Paidha CORE PTC), Samuel Eruba Were (Canon Lawrence PTC), Florence Ajungo (Erepi PTC), Joyce Anekare (Kitgum CORE PTC), Wanyenze Irene (Lodonga Yumbe CORE PTC), and Joel Lacwec (Kitgum CORE PTC).
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@uplandMedia Sun, 10 Aug 2025 07:07:47
Eight Arrested in UPDF Recruitment Drive in Kitgum
According to Joe Oloya, the Aswa East Police Public Relations Officer, five candidates were arrested for allegedly forging their academic credentials, while three others were taken into custody for attempting to bribe UPDF recruitment officials with cash amounts totaling UGX 900,000.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:15:13
Stepmother Arrested in Connection with 7-Year-Old's Death in Kitgum
The suspect, identified as Pauline Oyella, a resident of Bongolakur Village in Labongo Akwang Sub-county, is currently being detained at Kitgum Central Police Station.
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