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29 May 2026, 9:27 am
SACCO leaders urged to stop giving loans to members with existing debts
By Otim Moses The Kitgum District Principal Commercial Officer and focal person for the Parish Development Model (PDM), Mr Alex Opira, has appealed to SACCO leaders to stop issuing loans to members who already have outstanding loans within the same…
21 April 2026, 11:26 am
Amuru District approves increased 2026/2027 financial year budget
By Odong James Amuru District Council has approved a significantly increased budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, signalling a boost in service delivery and development priorities. The budget, passed on Monday during the 24th District Council meeting, stands at 34…
27 February 2026, 6:34 pm
Kitgum Council Defers Decision on Service Commission Term Extension
By Otim Moses Kitgum District Council has deferred a decision on extending the term of the District Service Commission to May, following a heated debate among councilors. During his State of the District Address, Chairperson Mr. Arwai Christopher Obol said…
19 February 2026, 2:21 pm
Kitgum pauses enforcement of new taxes as traders protest
By Otim Moses More than 80 traders in Kitgum staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday morning over what they describe as excessive taxes under a new trading licence regime introduced by Kitgum Municipal Council. Shop owners from the Central Division…