Author: Ntogona Umar
Security officials in Luuka District, led by Deputy RDC Ssembalirwa Hassan and Assistant RDC Umar Ntogona, have intervened in the dispute over the Luzinga Park estate in Irongo Sub-County, Luuka District, after residents accused the estate supervisor, Ongomu, of abusing his powers. In a meeting held at Butogonya Primary School in Irongo Sub-County, residents, led by Irongo Sub-County Chairman Mateeka Kalimu, accused the supervisor of ordering security guards to beat and detain people in an illegal cell located on the estate, carrying guns in public, and making derogatory remarks about the Basoga tribe, among other issues. Batwala Shaban, Vice Chairman…
The World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with Koica and the government of Uganda, will renovate hospitals in five districts of the Busoga sub-region. The districts benefiting from this program include Mayuge, Buyende, Iganga, Bugiri, and Kamuli. Mayuge is one of the districts selected for the “Refurbishment of Health Facilities Program.” This program will renovate six hospitals in Mayuge. The facilities to be upgraded include Bwonda Health Center II HC III, where the maternity ward will be completed; Kityerera HC IV, where a new patient waiting shade will be constructed, and the laboratory will be expanded; Baitambogwe HC III, where…
The police in Kamuli have arrested a 28-year-old man, Kabanda Abudalah, on suspicion of defiling his 15-year-old stepdaughter. Kabanda, a native doctor from Butangala in Northern Division of Kamuli Municipality, was taken into custody on Wednesday. The victim, whose identity has been withheld, is a Primary 5 student at Buzibirira Primary School in Kamuli. According to initial investigations, Kabanda began a sexual relationship with his stepdaughter in 2020 and took advantage of her mother’s busy schedule to abuse her. Michael Kasadha, spokesperson for Busoga North Police, explained that earlier this year, the school administration discovered that the victim was pregnant.…
On June 7th, 530 students graduated from the Lubega Institute of Nursing and Health Professionals in Busei village, Nakalama sub-county, Iganga district. The students received certificates in Nursing, Midwifery, Laboratory Techniques, and Pharmacy. Some also earned diplomas in Medical Laboratory Technology, Clinical Medicine and Community Health, Pharmacy, Nursing Extension, and Midwifery Extension. The graduation ceremony was led by the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, who is also the Chancellor of the institute. He was welcomed by Busoga Kingdom’s Prime Minister, Dr. Joseph Muvawala, along with the first deputy Prime Minister, Prof. Dr. Muhamadi Lubega, who is also the…
LUUKA: 500 people with teeth challenges from the Luuka district and neighbouring areas are the beneficiaries of the free medical camp organised at Kiyunga Health Centre IV by PECA Uganda. The 5-day medical camp aimed at addressing the challenges of teeth treatment among the locals. The important medication that kicked to May 27 to May 31, 2024, was courtesy of a collaboration between PECA and the health department of Luuka District local government. PECA is a women and children’s foundation based in Iganga to address the empowerment challenges of women and young people. Dr Aaron Nabongo Kenneth, the in-charge of…
Amidst the sorrowful aftermath of a devastating loss, Hon. Luke Kyobe Inhensiko, the esteemed Member of Parliament representing Luuka North constituency, has voiced profound concerns over the escalating wave of violence engulfing Luuka district. The somber occasion of his son’s untimely demise, Madaali Aloysius Ngobi, whose life was cruelly taken and body discarded along the border of Busala and Naigobya B villages on April 14th, 2024, has prompted Hon. Luke Kyobe Inhensiko to address the pressing issue of rampant murders plaguing the community. Speaking at the funeral held at Kasoozi, Namalemba Parish, Bulongo Sub County, in Luuka district, Hon. Kyobe…
In a concerted effort to uplift communities and alleviate poverty in Luuka district, the Ministry of Water and Environment embarked on a transformative mission, on Wednesda, April 17th, 2024, by inspecting irrigation projects aimed at revolutionizing agriculture and fostering economic prosperity among the people of Luuka. These pivotal initiatives encompass two distinct projects strategically located to maximize agricultural potential and spur socio-economic growth. The first project, situated in Buwambuzi zone, Lwanda ward, Luuka town council, entails an investment of 960 million Ugandan shillings. Meanwhile, another project, situated in Mawumo village, Namadhope parish, Waibuga Sub County, boasts an investment totaling 1…
The Luuka chiefdom has forged a promising partnership with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) in Luuka district to combat the pervasive issue of child labor. LWF’s unwavering dedication to addressing child labour in Luuka district has positioned them as a leading force in this crucial endeavor, striving to secure a brighter future for children through access to quality education. In a significant milestone, representatives from LWF convened with the esteemed chiefs of Luuka district. During a constructive session held at the council hall of the Luuka district headquarters, the Luuka chiefdom, represented by its General Secretary, Owek. John Ibanda Badibyalawa,…
In a recent development in Luuka district, the committee of Kiyunga SS, along with local leaders and security officials, has raised concerns about Khan Investment Company’s sale of a defective bus to the school. Despite the purchase made on 22nd May 2022, the bus has remained inoperable since its delivery, sparking allegations of mismanagement and corruption against school officials involved in the procurement process. During a meeting convened by the Kiyunga SS board of governors, attended by various stakeholders including district leaders and government representatives, it was revealed that the bus, purchased for 240 million Ugandan shillings, had significant mechanical…
Luuka district has been grappling with a disturbing trend of electricity wire theft, severely hampering the local economy. In response, Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Ronald Katende has taken a firm stance against what he calls “economic terrorism” and vowed to root out the perpetrators. The issue of cutting electricity wires has plagued Luuka for some time, with areas like Naigobya, Busala, Nakabugu, Nakisene, and Kyanvuma bearing the brunt of the disruptions. The Kaliro line, crucial for powering Luuka, has been repeatedly targeted, causing widespread power outages and hindering businesses in the region. RDC Ronald Katende convened a meeting with stakeholders,…