Author: Ntogona Umar
Luuka district authorities have lauded the efforts of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) for their impactful support to youths, particularly girls, during and after the extended COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic, lasting over three years, prompted a nationwide lockdown enforced by President H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. With students returning to their homes to mitigate virus exposure, Luuka, Buyende, and Kaliro districts experienced a surge in teenage pregnancies, posing challenges to education and well-being. Despite government directives for pregnant girls to return to school, many in Luuka hesitated, prompting NGOs like the Women and Children’s Foundation (PECA) to intervene. Focusing on three severely affected…
Luuka district, under the leadership of Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Waiswa Paul Bwenibwamwiko, has initiated a significant borehole drilling project worth 234 million Uganda Shillings. The project, funded by the NRM-led Ugandan government through Luuka district Local government, aims to provide clean and accessible water to communities in eight Sub Counties within Luuka district. The launch marked the beginning of drilling activities for nine boreholes, strategically located in the villages of Budhuba A, Inuula, Wandago, Bulike Buyima, Kamwirungu B, Iganga A, Nakyeere, Nawantale, and Nanvunano. Each borehole is estimated to cost 26 million Uganda Shillings. Deputy RDC Waiswa Paul…
Parents were urged to fight and be active in this world as they educate their children in things that will develop them. These words were spoken by the Chairman of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council who is also the 1st Deputy Prime Minister of the Busoga Kingdom Owek. Prof. Muhammad Lubega Kisambira while speaking at Nile High School Kiyunga in Luuka district when they were celebrating the 20th anniversary of the school. Prof. Lubega Muhammad lamented because of the parents who are known for the bad things their children do and urged parents to change and be known for the…
Iganga: In a powerful testament to perseverance and dedication, Lubega School of Nursing and Medical Sciences in Busei, Iganga district, celebrated its 7th anniversary on November 23rd, 2023. The occasion not only marked the school’s seven years of existence but also highlighted the remarkable achievements and growth it has experienced since its inception. Founded on November 23rd, 2016, Lubega School of Nursing and Medical Sciences has become a beacon of education, contributing to the community and the nation at large. Bernard Anaba, the school’s principal, reflected on the journey during the anniversary celebration, emphasizing the significant milestones attained over the…
In a concerted effort to bring an end to child labor in Busoga Sub-region, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) in Luuka district, in collaboration with their development partner African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD), funded by the European Union, has initiated a project aimed at eliminating child labor practices in Luuka district. Titled “Accelerating Actions to Eliminate Child Labour Practices in Busoga Sub-region,” the three-year project, spanning from 2023 to 2026, targets three districts in Busoga: Mayuge, Kamuli, and Luuka. The launch ceremony took place at the Hawaii International Hotel in Luuka district, with Nawampiti Sub County being…
In a recent turn of events, Dr. David Balondemu, Chairman of the Kampala Land Board and Speaker of the Luuka monarchy, found himself entangled in legal troubles. Arrested on October 18, 2023, and subsequently remanded in Luzira prison on October 20, Balondemu was accused of defrauding Korean investors of 2.2 billion Uganda shillings. However, speaking at his thanksgiving ceremony at Gwembuzi Primary School in Bukooma Sub County, Luuka district, Balondemu vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that they were fabricated to tarnish his reputation. According to Balondemu, the root cause of his arrest lies in his unwavering efforts to thwart the…
In a bid to propel the development of Luuka district, the Luuka monarchy, under the leadership of Tabingwa HRH Willington Nabwana, is set to conduct joint prayers on November 11, 2023. The initiative, spearheaded by the speaker of Luuka Lukiiko, Dr. David Balondemu, who also serves as the chairperson of the Kampala district land board, aims to seek divine blessings for the rapid development of Luuka. The revival of the Luuka monarchy on October 7, 2023, marked a significant step towards restoring the cultural and traditional heritage that was dismantled six centuries ago. Speaking at a press conference, Prime Minister…
Luuka: As the 2023 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) draw near, the P.7 candidates are bracing themselves for this critical academic milestone. Their journey officially begins tomorrow, Tuesday, when they receive a thorough briefing that will set the stage for their examinations. On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the candidates will dive into the assessments. Their day will commence with mathematics at precisely 8:30 a.m., followed by an afternoon session where they will tackle social studies and religious education. Thursday, November 9, 2023, will see these young scholars engage with integrated science in the morning, while they conclude their PLE adventure in…
Luuka district in Uganda is set to experience a transformative change in its educational landscape with the construction of a state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development (ECD) center. This initiative, driven by the Rotary Club of Kyadondo, is designed to enhance the quality of education in Luuka. The project’s groundbreaking ceremony saw the collaborative efforts of various key figures, including Victoria Nyamahunge, President of the Rotary Club of Kyadondo, Luuka North MP, Hon. Luke Kyobe Inhensiko, Chief of Luuka, George Inhensiko, and Prof. Waiswa Peter from Makerere University. This collective endeavor underlines the commitment to providing the best educational opportunities for the…
In a stirring call for compassion in education, the Bishop of the Central Busoga Diocese, the Rit. Rev. Fr. Patrick Wakula, has advised teachers to adopt a more understanding approach to teaching rather than resorting to corporal punishment as their primary means of discipline. Bishop Patrick Wakula made this impassioned plea during a recent event at St. John Buyemba C/O in Nawanyago Parish, Irongo S/C, located in Luuka district. The occasion marked the commissioning of 281 P.7 candidates preparing for their final exams in 2023, drawing parents and students from various schools, including Buyemba, Ikonia, Nakavuma, Buyola, Nawandyo, and Lambala…