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Gulu district
1 May 2026, 11:30 am
Gulu district council passes UGX 35.3 billion budget for FY 2026/2027
By Gift Okello Gulu District Council has officially approved a UGX 35.3 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, prioritizing human capital development with the education sector taking the lion’s share. The budget was passed during a council sitting at…
22 April 2026, 11:17 am
NRM Gulu leadership row escalates, DEC moves to fire top bosses
By Gift Okello The District Executive Committee (DEC) of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Gulu has resolved to remove its Chairperson, Ocen Christopher, and Administrator, Cana Brian Alaka following a controversial lockout at the party headquarters. The resolution was…
27 March 2026, 12:02 pm
Medical experts in Gulu warn pregnant women against herbal medicine
By Gift Okello Medical professionals in Gulu have issued a stern warning to expectant mothers regarding the dangers of using herbal remedies, citing severe risks to both maternal and fetal health. Speaking at a press conference at Gulu City Yard…
27 March 2026, 9:36 am
Minister Dr. Kenneth Omona urges Acholi farmers to embrace coffee growing
By Gift Okello The Minister for Northern Uganda, Kenneth Omona, has urged farmers in the region to adopt a balanced approach to agriculture by prioritizing both food security and income generation. Speaking on Tuesday during the birthday celebrations of HRH…
25 March 2026, 3:58 pm
Acholi leaders back Rwot David Onen Acana II’s girl child education campaign
By Gift Okello Leaders across the Acholi subregion have pledged total support for a community-driven education initiative spearheaded by Rwot David Onen Acana II. The commitment was solidified during the Ker Kwaro Acholi leader’s 60th birthday celebrations at Kaunda Grounds,…
19 March 2026, 9:09 pm
Gulu district selects 24 youths for presidential industrial hubs program
By Gift Okello Leaders in Gulu District have finalised the selection of 24 youths to benefit from the government’s Presidential Industrial Hubs program, a flagship initiative under the “Skilling Uganda” framework aimed at tackling unemployment and promoting self-reliance among young…
10 November 2025, 5:51 pm
NIRA condemns alleged extortion by staff during National ID registration
By Okello Gift The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has condemned reports that some of its staff are extorting money from members of the public in exchange for National Identification Card registration services. NIRA Regional Manager, Mr. Edwin Tukamuhebwa,…
7 November 2025, 7:16 am
Uganda Cancer Institute Gulu records 100% rise in cancer cases
By Gift Okello The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) Gulu branch has recorded a sharp rise in new cancer cases this year, registering 800 patients compared to 428 last year a 100 percent increase. Dr. Fhadil Geriga, head of the UCI…
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…
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.…