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19 October 2025, 08:13
Hilder Nursery and Primary School Vanguard unveils landmark musical theatre prod…
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Hilder Nursery and Primary School Vanguard has set a new benchmark for educational and cultural excellence in Northern Uganda with the announcement of its upcoming musical theatre production, Home for Christmas. The media launch, held on…
17 October 2025, 18:46
Pader parents hopeful as UNATU calls off nationwide strike
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Relief and renewed hope swept through Pader District yesterday as the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) suspended its nationwide strike, paving the way for the full reopening of schools. For many parents who had watched their…
15 October 2025, 22:09
The law protects women — but who protects men?
By Lakomekec Kinyera Under the scorching afternoon sun in a quiet neighbourhood of Pader Town Council, a 31-year-old man, who prefers to be called Okello, sits silently outside a friend’s shop. His face carries the weight of stories long buried…
13 October 2025, 17:31
Pride Bank empowers clients during customer service week
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Pride Bank Pader Branch has launched its annual Customer Service Week, running from October 13th to 17th, under the theme “Mission Possible.” The week-long celebration aims to recognise clients while showcasing the bank’s range of services…
12 October 2025, 06:11
86 pastors and church leaders graduate after three-year training in Pader
By Ekel Bonny Daniel A total of 86 pastors and church leaders from Nwoya and Pader districts graduated on Saturday, October 11, 2025, after successfully completing a three-year theological training program under the NET Foundation, aimed at equipping untrained ministers…
11 October 2025, 20:55
Kworo High School celebrates faith, achievement, and leadership
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Kworo High School, Pader Campus, came alive on Saturday as students, parents, teachers, and district leaders gathered for a vibrant celebration that combined faith, achievement, and leadership. The event featured a dedication service, prefects’ handover and…
10 October 2025, 18:36
Teachers’ strike cripples examination services in Pader town council
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Operators of examination services in Pader town council are grappling with plummeting sales as the ongoing teachers’ strike continues to disrupt learning in government schools, leaving classrooms deserted and education-dependent businesses in distress. For four weeks…
10 October 2025, 18:12
Rapa FM marks independence day with children’s studio experience
By Ekel Bonny Daniel As Uganda celebrated 63 years of independence, Rapa FM 88.3 opened its doors to children from across Pader district for a heartwarming “Chill with the Presenters” event at the station’s studios. The visit brought joy and…
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,…
2 October 2025, 18:48
Two murder cases shock Pader district within hours
By Opiyo Denish Luis & James Patrick Odongo Residents of Pader District were left reeling on the night of Wednesday, 1st October 2025, after two separate murder incidents occurred within hours in Paiula and Awere Sub counties. In Paiula Sub…