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9 January 2026, 6:20 am
Irregular PDM disbursement threatens future service delivery in Pader
By Golden Vicky Ayiro Residents of Central B village in Kal Parish, Pader District, have raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the disbursement of funds under the Parish Development Model (PDM), warning that the matter could affect future government service…
8 January 2026, 23:19
PDM revolving funds drive economic change in Pader district
By Ekel Bonny Daniel The Parish Development Model (PDM) is steadily transforming household livelihoods across Puranga Town Council, Ogom Sub County, and Angagura Sub County, as beneficiaries invest revolving funds into agriculture, livestock, and aquaculture, local leaders and district officials…
7 January 2026, 07:26
Free-roaming animals threaten safety on Pader roads during dry season
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Pader District is facing increasing safety and economic challenges as animals are left to roam freely during the dry season, which runs from early November to early April. Local leaders warn that the long-standing practice has…
24 December 2025, 5:29 pm
Communities applaud Col. Dr John Francis Ongia for borehole repair initiative
By Ivan Onyinge The communities of Awinyicoa and Obangakura in Nabweyo Parish, Namasale Sub county, Amolatar District, have expressed hope and excitement following the repair of their long-neglected borehole, an intervention credited to Col. Dr John Francis Ongia, who is…
19 December 2025, 2:22 pm
It starts with us, real actions communities can take to stop violence against wo…
By Regina Nassanga Women Let’s Talk | Every Thursday 1:15–3:00 PM Did you know?Globally, 1 in 3 women (about 30%) aged 15 and above have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner or non-partner at least once in…
17 December 2025, 11:35 am
MP aspirant launches support for mothers in Palabek
By Otim Moses A total of 32 mothers who gave birth on 1 December in Palabek County received financial support on Wednesday from Hon. Odongkara Geoffrey Obalim, an aspiring Member of Parliament for Lamwo County. Each mother received UGX 50,000,…
11 December 2025, 11:30 pm
Kuteesa Pewosa Savings Group celebrates first anniversary as members receive ann…
By Ronald Ssemagonja As the year draws to a close, several savings groups across the country have begun issuing annual savings to their members. In Kampala Central Division, members of Kuteesa Pewosa, led by their chairperson, Abdu Latif Kibombo, held…
8 December 2025, 11:02 am
Married couples advised to use dialogue to prevent domestic violence
By Ronald Ssemagonja Married couples have been encouraged to embrace dialogue as a key tool for resolving challenges in their homes and preventing gender-based violence. The call was made by Elder Steven Kiseka during the introduction ceremony of Kaweesi George…
30 November 2025, 11:40 am
A life saved: Joan Nambumba’s journey from isolation to hope
By Byamukama Alozious In a small village in Kireka, Luweero, 15-year-old Joan Nambumba was born with epilepsy, a condition that has significantly affected her life. Abandoned by her parents, Vincent Senoga and an unknown mother, Joan was taken in by…
28 November 2025, 22:19
CDFU strengthens campaigns against gender-based violence in Kyaka II
By kyalisimaasuman The Communication for Development Foundation Uganda (CDFU), in collaboration with partners including the Spotlight Initiative, is intensifying its campaigns against gender-based violence (GBV) in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement, Kyegegwa District. According to Jockus Kabairwe, the CDFU Project Officer…