Author: Simon Mbago
The leader of the opposition Democratic Party (DP) in Busoga, Mr Ramathan Bazanya, has backlashed president Yoweri Museveni for his economic lectures of vacating wetlands without showing alternatives to the residents in the country. President Museveni ha repeatedly emphasized the vacation of swamps, claiming that the low priced rice and other crops have dried the wetlands, whose waters could be used in the irrigation initiatives. The vocal DP man now tasks Museveni to produce alternatives to the people of Busoga who have for the past decades utilized the swamps for several agricultural projects and earned a living. “We have grown…
Busoga’s traditional norms and cultural beliefs emphasize the significance of applauds and commendations to individuals who would significantly contribute to the regional, national and community developments and transformations. This follows a local saying; “Akoze ebilungi asiimibwa”, literately meaning that “He who does the good things, should be appreciated”. A group of sons and daughters of the soil under their umbrella Busoga Bloggers together with concerned citizens of Busoga region produced a list of personalities and organizations that have rendered important and exceptional services to the subjects of the the vibrant Monarchy, His Majesty William Wilberforce Nadiope Gabula IV. The group…
President Yoweri Museveni has applauded the Uganda People’s Defense Force (UPDF) for the significant roles it has played in the country since its birth in the 1980s. Museveni speaks this while presiding over the 43rd Tarehe Sita anniversary celebrations organized at Busesa play ground in the Eastern Bugweri district. Museveni in his remarks, pledged intensified security in the region, Africa, as the country embarked on recruiting educated persons in the army, police, prisons and world life authority who are capable of protecting, keeping law and order, comparing to the previous governments that were recruiting illiterate foreigners. “Am glad that am…
Acohort of young boys and girls from Nawanyago Technical Institute landed on a big opportunity of flying to Russia to conduct their industrial training in skills education. The lucky students are pursuing national certificates in different vocational disciplines, including tailoring and garment design, hairdressing and cosmetology, building and construction, among others. Located at Nawanyago village in Kamuli district along Jinja- Kamuli road, the institute is one of the vocational centers of learning promoting skills education in Busoga sub-region. Vocational skills are currently dominant and emphasized among the young people, especially semi-literates to desist from looking for employments but instead become…
Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD)’s dream and determination of spearheading development in Busoga sub-region is becoming a reality. The non-partisan and unifying platform, established by children of the soil, aims of ensuring the wellbeing of the local populace and steering the socio-economic development of the region. BCD found a significant marriage with the Republic of China, signing memorandums of understanding for common cooperation. An intent letter was signed between BCD and Liaoning Province in 2021, to promote agriculture, industrialization, tourism, environmental conservation, education and mineral resource development, among others. In a recent noteworthy milestone, BCD on December 12, 2023, signed…
In a troubling development, three esteemed radio presenters in Jinja, Uganda, have come forward with alarming reports of receiving death threats, prompting swift action from law enforcement authorities. The targeted individuals include popular comedian Hussein Muyonjo, better known as Swengere, alongside Hassan Muwanga and Rogers Mbajjwe, prominent voices on local airwaves. Swengere, who entertains listeners on the airwaves of 87.7 Baba FM, disclosed that the threats originated from an unidentified individual who chose to communicate via telephone. The gravity of the situation escalated when the menacing messages extended beyond Swengere to also encompass Muwanga and Mbajjwe, both associated with Busoga…
Jackson Twijukye popularly known as Kanyankole, a 27-year-old resident of Bugembe – Budhumbuli in Jinja city has committed suicide after allegations that his girlfriend fell in love with another man. Kyanyankole was on Sunday found hanging in his rented room at Budhumbuli after informing his neighbors that he would instead kill himself than competing for a relationship with a traditional herbalist. The deceased who is a born of Isingiro district attended the 38th NRM Liberation Day held at St. John SSS Wakitaka playgrounds in Jinja city on January 26, 2024 which in his return made the history by destroying his…
A shocking incident has gripped the community of Budondo in Jinja city as Fred Mitega, a 51-year-old resident, stands accused of brutally murdering his wife, Zaina Nakisige, allegedly over suspicions of infidelity with a local pastor. The tragic event, which unfolded on January 27, 2024, has sparked outrage and intensified police efforts to bring the perpetrator to justice. According to police reports, the fatal altercation occurred around midnight, resulting in Nakisige’s untimely death at the hands of her husband. Mitega purportedly used an axe to fatally strike his wife’s head following heated accusations of her involvement in an extramarital affair…
President Yoweri Museveni, addressing the national liberation day celebrations at St John SS Wakitaka in Jinja city, has made a significant commitment to revive free education in Uganda. Expressing concern over high fees charged by some school authorities, Museveni emphasized the need to reinstate the Universal Primary Education (UPE) program. The president also addressed issues in the health sector and pledged road construction initiatives to enhance the socio-economic transformation of the region. President Museveni voiced disappointment with government school authorities for undermining the 1996 program of free education, leading to school dropouts due to exorbitant fees. He called for collective…
In a plea for urgent assistance, boda-boda riders in Jinja city are reaching out to President Yoweri Museveni to address the critical challenges they face regarding motorcycle loans. This distressing situation has led to tragic outcomes, including suicides and the loss of valuable properties among the riders. The boda-boda riders express their deep concerns over the stringent conditions imposed by corporate companies offering motorcycle loans. Many riders, already struggling with low income, find themselves in precarious situations due to the allegedly unfair practices of these lending companies. Simon Musobya Eria, the chairperson of boda-boda riders in Jinja city, sheds light…