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6 November 2025, 12:23 am
Gulu fails to recover PDM funds when beneficiaries die
By Gift Okello Gulu district authorities have raised concerns over the recovery of Parish Development Model funds after learning that some beneficiaries who received money two years ago have since passed away. Speaking to our reporter on Tuesday, the District…
5 November 2025, 11:58 pm
Gulu District Assistant RDC calls for joint fight on GBV
By Gift Okello The Gulu District Assistant Resident District Commissioner, Alanyo Florence Anna, has called for a more inclusive approach to addressing gender-based violence, saying interventions should focus on both men and women. Speaking during a community dialogue organised by…
5 November 2025, 11:41 pm
Gulu EC warns aspirants against campaign donations
By Gift Okello The Gulu City Electoral Commission Chairperson, Mike Jjuku, has cautioned parliamentary aspirants against making donations to individuals, churches, or communities during the campaign period. He says such acts amount to electoral malpractice and are punishable by law.…
4 November 2025, 5:20 pm
Heavy rains ruin roads and culvert bridges in Tegwana
By Joyce Adokorach Roads in Layibi Central Cell, Pece-Laroo Division in Gulu City, have become nearly impassable after recent heavy rains left them in a sorry state. Local Council chairperson, Mr. Geoffrey Onekalit, says most of the roads were last…
4 November 2025, 3:42 pm
Farmers count losses as monkeys invade crop gardens
By Joyce Adokorach Residents of Pancwala and Munurac in Pageya Parish, Pece-Laroo Division, Gulu City, are crying out for help after troops of monkeys invaded their gardens and destroyed crops. Farmers say since the first rainy season, they have harvested…
4 November 2025, 11:34 am
Protect our wetlands! Gulu mayor calls for action
By Okello Gift The Mayor of Gulu City, Alfred Okwonga, has called on residents to stop encroaching on wetlands and to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Speaking to our reporter, Okwonga urged people to avoid farming or settling in…
30 October 2025, 5:36 pm
Pupils participate to save the environment
By Okello Gift Pupils from different schools and residents in Gulu City are calling for urgent measures to address rising environmental challenges threatening the city’s ecosystem. Speaking during a community dialogue on the environment and gender-based violence held Tuesday afternoon…
30 October 2025, 4:47 pm
Gulu rally to save environment for future generations
By Okello Gift Gulu City Mayor Alfred Okwonga and Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Aol Betty Ocan have called on residents to take an active role in protecting the environment, warning that failure to act could endanger future generations. Speaking…
21 October 2025, 10:21 am
President Museveni launches campaign in Acholi
By Joyce Adokorach President Yoweri Museveni has launched his presidential campaign in the Acholi sub-region, unveiling a targeted compensation plan for communities affected by past insurgencies. Speaking yesterday, 20 October 2025, at a rally held at Pabo Primary School playground…
10 October 2025, 3:32 pm
UCC donates 47 tablets to boost PDM in Gulu district
By Okello Gift Gulu district has received 47 tablet phones from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to enhance the implementation of the Parish Development Model (PDM). The tablets were officially handed over on Wednesday morning at the Gulu District Headquarters.…