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Hajji Kakande Urges Rwenzori RDCs, DISOs on Peace, Service Delivery Ahead of 2026 Elections

The Secretary, Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande has rallied Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Residential City Commissioners (RCCs), and District Internal Security Officers (DISOs) to recommit themselves to their constitutional mandate of safeguarding peace, monitoring government programmes, and ensuring effective service delivery at the grassroots. He made the remarks while officially opening a three-day workshop for RDCs, Dep…Peace · Fort Portal Read Article

Shape Lives, Forge Futures: Bishop Muhiirwa Rallies Catholic Schools As Gov't Teachers’ Strike Deepens

By Jamillah Kemigisa As government primary school teachers persist in their nationwide strike, Catholic education leaders have been exhorted to rise above the turbulence and embody beacons of hope, integrity, and transformation within Uganda’s beleaguered education sector. The clarion call was sounded by Bishop Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki during a solemn Eucharistic celebration at Virika…Catholic Church · Fort Portal Read Article

Dfcu Bank Expands Footprint in Western Uganda with New Branch in Fort Portal

By Our Reporter dfcu Bank has launched its 55th branch in Fort Portal Tourism City, strategically located along Babiiha Road. This expansion underscores dfcu Bank’s commitment to deepening financial inclusion, powering entrepreneurship, and fueling economic growth in Uganda’s Western region. The Fort Portal Branch is set to serve communities across the Tooro Sub-region — including Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Kamwenge, Bunyangabu, and Kasese — with a ful…Fort Portal · Fort Portal See the Story

Mustapha Nsubuga: Seasoned sports administrator eyes AUUS executive seat

Mustapha Nsubuga, a senior sports officer at the Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) in Fort Portal city is eyeing an executive position at the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS). AUUS’ elective assembly will happen this Friday, 26th September 2025 at the Uganda Christian University (UCU) in Mukono as the candidates aspire for positions of responsibility for the period 2025-2029. Nsubuga, also the president of the National Sports …Fort Portal · Fort Portal Read Article

Museveni endorses Tooro Kingdom’s agricultural and youth empowerment initiatives

The President met His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV and his delegation at State House, Entebbe, on Monday, September 15, 2025. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged his full support to Tooro Kingdom’s ambitious agricultural and youth empowerment programs, describing them as a timely intervention to transform livelihoods at the grassroots level. The President met His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV and his…Yoweri Museveni · Fort Portal Read Article

Uganda: Pilsner Lager Toasts Tooro Kingdom's 30th Coronation Anniversary At Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival

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The Ekyoto Ha Mpango Music Festival lit up the historic Karuzika Palace grounds in Fort Portal as Pilsner Lager joined the Tooro Kingdom in celebrating the 30th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV.Africa · Fort Portal Read Article

Museveni Meets King Oyo, Questions His Delay in Marrying Amid Grand Empango Celebrations - The Witness Uganda

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially met with His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the youthful Omukama of Tooro, to congratulate him on his 30th coronation anniversary—a historic milestone that reflects the resilience and cultural pride of one of Uganda’s most prominent traditional institutions. The high-level meeting, which took place at State House, was also attended by Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, who joined …Coronation · Fort Portal See the Story

PICTORIAL: Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival

Pilsner Lager toasts to 30th Tooro Coronation Anniversary at Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ekyoto Ha Mpango Music Festival wrapped up a week of royal festivities in Fort Portal Town. Held at the historic Karuzika Palace grounds, the festival brought together a spectacular blend of culture, music and community as Pilsner Lager toasted with Tooro for the 30th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty, Omukama Oy…Fort Portal · Fort Portal See the Story

Pilsner Lager Boosts Omukama Oyo Coronation Anniversary Celebrations

Pilsner Lager Celebrates 30-Year Reign of Omukama Oyo, Reinforces Deep-Rooted Partnership with Tooro Kingdom Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Pilsner Lager joined the Kingdom of Tooro this week in a grand celebration marking the 30th Coronation Anniversary of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, reinforcing a partnership deeply rooted in a shared vision for preserving and celebrating culture. The multi-day event, held at the Karuz…Golf · Fort Portal See the Story

Incomparable! Tour Operators Angry at Ranking Uganda with Somalia, South Sudan, CAR in Safety » Business Focus

Birding in Queen Elizabeth National Park Negative travel advisories, reports of human rights abuse by state security agencies as well as the controversial anti-homosexuality law continue to have a heavy toll on Uganda’s tourism sector. Countries like the United States of America, Canada, and the UK among others have maintained level three travel advisories on Uganda. Some of those advisories are on Queen Elizabeth and the Murchison Falls Nationa…Fort Portal · Fort Portal Read Article

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Hajji Kakande Urges Rwenzori RDCs, DISOs on Peace, Service Delivery Ahead of 2026 Elections

Shape Lives, Forge Futures: Bishop Muhiirwa Rallies Catholic Schools As Gov't Teachers’ Strike Deepens

Dfcu Bank Expands Footprint in Western Uganda with New Branch in Fort Portal

Mustapha Nsubuga: Seasoned sports administrator eyes AUUS executive seat

Museveni endorses Tooro Kingdom’s agricultural and youth empowerment initiatives

Uganda: Pilsner Lager Toasts Tooro Kingdom's 30th Coronation Anniversary At Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival

Museveni Meets King Oyo, Questions His Delay in Marrying Amid Grand Empango Celebrations - The Witness Uganda

PICTORIAL: Ekyoto Ha Mpango Festival

Pilsner Lager Boosts Omukama Oyo Coronation Anniversary Celebrations

Incomparable! Tour Operators Angry at Ranking Uganda with Somalia, South Sudan, CAR in Safety » Business Focus

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