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19 February 2026, 6:08 pm
Bukungu–Kakuwaga–Kaberamaido ferries set for commissioning tomorrow
By Ali Lukomo The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Works and Transport, will tomorrow commission the BKK ferries, which are expected to speed up and ease transport from Kampala to Northern Uganda. The two ferries were constructed at…
12 February 2026, 3:25 pm
Safer roads ahead as WATU opens riding school in Gulu
By Gift Okello WATU has unveiled the first-ever riding school for boda boda riders in Gulu, a significant step aimed at improving road safety and professionalising boda boda operations across Northern Uganda. The initiative, launched in Gulu City on Wednesday…
19 December 2025, 2:17 pm
UTOF denies plans to replace taxis with buses
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Chairman of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF), Rashid Sekindi, has dismissed allegations that the federation plans to replace passenger taxis with buses as a means of public transport. Sekindi made the clarification yesterday while…
16 December 2025, 11:16 pm
Uganda’s aviation sector shows strong growth, says CAA chief
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Director General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Fred Bamwesigye, has confirmed that Uganda’s aviation sector has recorded significant improvement and that its future remains bright. He made the remarks during a stakeholders’ breakfast meeting…
30 November 2025, 11:34 am
UTOF Chairman urges drivers, parents to prioritise safety ahead of festive seaso…
By Ronald Ssemagonja In an effort to reduce preventable road accidents on major highways, the Chairman of the Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF), Rashid Ssekindi, has outlined a series of measures aimed at ensuring safer travel during this busy…
31 October 2025, 6:38 pm
NRM’s vision for Kaberamaido: Key developments under General Yoweri Kaguta Mus…
By Sarah Ejang The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Presidential candidate, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has reaffirmed his commitment to improving infrastructure in Kaberamaido district. During a recent campaign rally at Kaburepoli Primary School, Museveni announced plans to tarmac the 73…
9 October 2025, 5:44 pm
Col. John Francis Ongia provides vital assistance to Nalubwoyo community amidst…
By Okwir Boteng Over the weekend, Col. John Francis Ongia, the aspiring political leader for Kioga County, demonstrated his commitment to community welfare by providing a vital resource for residents of Nalubwoyo sub-county. In response to severe flooding that has…
5 October 2025, 19:55
Pader Boda Boda riders usher in new leadership
By Ekel Bonny Daniel The Pader Town Council Boda Boda Association on Friday, 3 October, installed a new leadership team at a colourful ceremony held at New Oasis Club, marking a new chapter in the organisation’s journey towards professionalism, unity,…
20 September 2025, 20:09
Pader district commissions 9.5km Okinga–Adoo road to boost oilseed farming
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Pader district leaders on Friday commissioned the 9.5-kilometer Okinga (Acholibur)–Adoo (Kitgum border) road, a project under the National Oilseed Project, aimed at linking farmers to markets and boosting agricultural production. The commissioning took place at Adoo…
11 September 2025, 5:24 pm
Ferry docking disrupted by strong waves at Namasale yesterday evening
By Desire Ocen Hundreds of passengers aboard the MV Kyoga 1 experienced a night of shock and anxiety yesterday, 10 September 2025, as strong waves, dense water weeds, and fierce winds disrupted their docking at Namasale. The ferry, which had…