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Museveni reluctant to intervene in Elwelu arrest
By George Muron Teso Paramount Chief Emorimor Paul Sande Emolot has revealed that President Yoweri Museveni is reluctant to intervene in matters relating to the detention of retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu before the matter goes through court, reportedly raising concern that the former Deputy Chief of Defence Forces could sue government over his arrest.
Factory closure reduces fruit farmers’ earnings
What you need to know: The Soroti Fruit Factory shutdown has left Teso orange farmers at the mercy of middlemen. Citrus farmers in the Teso Sub-region are experiencing another challenging year due to low farm gate prices for their oranges. This situation arises from the temporary suspension of fruit processing and purchasing by the Soroti Fruit Factory, which is undergoing expansion.
Soroti youth, medics clash over HIV data privacy
What you need to know: Mr Don Solomon Adome, a youth representative in Soroti City, said medical workers are rude and judgmental to teenagers seeking HIV services Youth leaders and activists in Soroti City are in a bitter rift with medical workers over alleged mismanagement of sensitive HIV information.
School director, two others convicted over Jozan pupil murder
The High Court in Soroti has convicted three people over the murder of Joan Faith Apio, a five-year-old Primary One pupil of Jozan Nursery and Primary School, who was killed and dumped in a pit latrine in February 2025.
Minister blames midwife negligence for rising C-sections
What you need to know: Under normal circumstances, health facilities are expected to conduct cesarean deliveries of not more than 15 percent of the total deliveries The Minister of State for Primary Education, Dr Joyce Kaducu Moriku, has tipped medical workers on mechanisms that can be adopted for the management of expectant mothers in labor pain in order to reduce the high rate of cesarean deliveries in their respective health facilities.
Cheers as 34-year-old clinches Soroti LCV seat
Excitement is brewing among electorates, especially youth, as Soroti residents have bestowed trust in a 34-year-old man to steer the district local government’s topmost political seat, the Local Council Five (LCV) seat.
Teso cultural leaders raise alarm over election violence
Teso cultural leaders have raised concerns over increased incidents of election violence in the region, urging leaders to shun violence and allow citizens to freely choose their leaders. Speaking during a prayer breakfast meeting in Soroti city, Emorimor papa Iteso Paul Sande Emolot expressed disappointment over rising incidents of violence, appealing for a peaceful election. "As we approach Election Day, it's my humble prayer that we have a peaceful election.
Museveni urges universities to deepen research, produce globally competitive graduates
What you need to know: The President also encouraged graduates to embody values that strengthen society as they step into their professions. President Yoweri Museveni has challenged universities across the country to strengthen their research and innovation capacity if Uganda is to build human capital capable of competing on the global stage.
Mukula’s son runs as independent for Soroti City East MP seat
What you need to know: Often donned in a white shirt and black trousers in his public appearances, many, including his political rivals, were left in disbelief, questioning why the son of the region’s top-most NRM mobilisers abandoned and deviated from his father’s party to run for the parliamentary seat under an independent ticket.
Mukula’s son runs as independent for Soroti City MP East
What you need to know: Often donned in a white shirt and black trousers in his public appearances, many, including his political rivals, were left in disbelief, questioning why the son of the region’s top-most NRM mobilisers abandoned and deviated from his father’s party to run for the parliamentary seat under an independent ticket.
Government unveils Shs6.3b blood bank in Soroti to end Teso shortages
Government has officially launched a long-awaited regional blood bank in Teso Sub-region to address persistent blood shortages in health facilities. The Shs6.3 billion facility, situated along Soroti-Amuria road, was commissioned by Vice President, Retired Maj Jessica Alupo. It will function as a collection, storage, and distribution centre for blood across the region.
War claimants complain over decision to stop compensation
What you need to know: The claimants argue that the President’s recent pronouncement, later endorsed by Teso NRM leaders, undermines justice. Teso war claimants who won a legal battle against the government over its failure to protect lives and livestock during past insurgencies have criticised President Museveni for cancelling the cattle compensation programme. The claimants argue that the President’s recent pronouncement, later endorsed by Teso NRM leaders, undermines justice.
Kapelebyong locals evict Balalo herdsmen
What you need to know: Led by the District Chairperson, Mr Francis Akorokin, the operation saw over 100 head of cattle belonging to Mr David Kato confiscated from Ogwotai "A" village, Akileng Parish, Alito Sub-county, and driven to the Alito Sub-county Police Post Drama erupted in Kapelebyong District as local residents launched an operation to evict Balalo cattle keepers from their communities, accusing them of trespassing on customary land and destroying food crops.
Museveni opts for new cattle restocking plan in Teso
What you need to know: Teso is one of three regions, alongside Acholi and Lango, that were earmarked to benefit from the cattle compensation programme launched in March 2022 at Soroti University. President Museveni has stopped the cattle compensation programme in Teso Sub-region, opting instead for a comprehensive rehabilitation and restocking strategy aimed at long-term recovery.
Soroti West division NRM aspirants go unopposed
What you need to know: The race took a dramatic turn when Mr Omaria withdrew in favour of Mr Enabu following consultations with party leaders A number of National Resistance Movement (NRM) aspirants in Soroti City West Division have emerged unopposed ahead of today’s party primaries. Initially, the mayoral race had attracted two contenders—Mr Denis Omaria and Mr Celestine Enabu, both residents of Onyakai Cell in Amoru Ward.
Bukedea govt institute graduates hundreds after 7-year wait
What you need to know: Director of the institution Samuel Kaddu Mukasa blamed the delay on government bureaucracies. There were mixed feelings at Bukedea Technical Institute on Friday as the school held its inaugural graduation, marking the end of a seven-year wait for the occasion amongst the institution’s pioneering cohort of 382 students.
Take responsibility for your children's morals, Janet tells parents
What you need to know: "Morals should start at home, the foundation of values in the society. You as parents should not abdicate all the powers to the government and teachers at school," Museveni emphasised, citing the surge in teenage pregnancies during the COVID-19 lockdown.
School director dies in tricycle crash
Patrick Okolong Ejolu, the director of Aloet Integrated Nursery and Primary School in Soroti City East, tragically died in an accident involving a tricycle motorbike, locally known as a Tuktuk. The accident occurred when the Tuktuk he was riding veered off the road and crashed into a tree on Thursday. Ejolu was traveling from his residence in Aloet Ward to Soroti Town via the Aloet-Madera Kichinjaji Road when he lost control of the Tuktuk.
Museveni pushes for regional integration
What you need to know: President Museveni meanwhile cautioned youth against focusing solely on European examples, urging East Africans to prioritize their own destiny. President Museveni has urged East African countries to focus on producing products and selling them within an expanded market in the region.
Youth leaders threaten to boycott national celebrations over allowances
As Uganda joins the rest of the world to mark the international youth day, the youth leaders under their umbrella body, the National Youth Council (NYC) have threatened to boycott today's national youth event in Soroti City, Eastern Uganda over unpaid allowances. The threats were issued last evening at Soroti University after the youth disagreed with the organisers of today's event over the allowances they were supposed to be paid.
Cattle payment program is mockery to war debt claimants - Akena
Jimmy Akena, president of the Uganda People's Congress (UPC), has criticised the government's cattle compensation program for Teso, Lango, and Acholi regions, calling it a "mockery" and "laughable". Speaking at a burial ceremony in Serere District on Thursday, Mr Akena said the program is a "cheating and deceptive approach" that fails to address the true extent of the losses suffered by the affected communities. "The government's commitment is a joke," Akena said.
Deputy IGG tips district officials on optimising public funds
What you need to know: Soroti City Planner, Mr Andrew Iteba, acknowledged challenges faced by the city, including delayed central government fund releases, inadequate staffing for project management, and a lack of road equipment. The deputy Inspector General of Government (IGG), Ms Patricia Acham Okiria, has urged district officials to adopt better strategies of work to ensure effective absorption of funds disbursed to various local administrative units.
Hospital boss arrested over sale of government drugs in Kaberamaido
The in charge of Kaburepoli health centre II in Kabilabila village, Kabilabila parish, Aperikila Sub County, Kaberamaido District is currently in police custody after he was arrested for allegedly selling government drugs.
Why Karimojong women, children face tough choices at home, away
Mukikaramoja, a drab square-like shantytown, on the margins of the windswept Masese Landing Site in Jinja City, is the archetypical definition of urban squalor: mud and wattle houses, piles of excrement between houses, stagnant water, an unpleasant stench fanning across the air, and abject poverty.
Soroti District Council cuts allowances amidst low revenue
What you need to know: Despite approving a local revenue budget of Shs638.2M for the 2023/2024 financial year, only Shs236.3M has been collected, forcing the council to reduce allowances. Soroti District local government council has slashed allowances for councilors and executives due to a significant drop in local revenue. Despite approving a local revenue budget of Shs638.2M for the 2023/2024 financial year, only Shs236.3M has been collected, forcing the council to reduce allowances.
Soroti LC3 chairperson remanded over aggravated defilement charges
What you need to know: According to the charge sheet, Ebau allegedly recruited, transported, and received a 16-year-old girl, Mary Immaculate Ameja, from Katakwi Dstrict between January 2021 and 2022, using his position and power to exploit her vulnerability. He is also accused of performing a sexual act on her The LC3 chairperson of Awaliwal Sub County, Soroti District, Peter Ebau, has been remanded to Soroti government prison over allegations of aggravated defilement.
23-year-old defies odds for career in mechanics
What you need to know: Iroku did not give up on her dream, opting to join the Church of Uganda Vocational Training Institute (VTI) for a certificate in automotive mechanics. Repairing cars for a living is considered a male preserve by many. However, this did not deter 23-year-old Susan Ruth Iroku, who is thriving in this career path in Soroti City. Dressed in a blue overall stained with grease, Ms Iroku goes about her duties at Soroti Juakali with ease.
Two siblings die in Soroti house fire
Police in Soroti are investigating circumstances under which two juveniles in Owolo cell, Otatai ward in Soroti City East Division reportedly suffocated to death in a burning house. The acting police spokesperson East Kyoga, Mr Edison Obukulem identified the deceased as Joshua Ewangu, 10, and Gabriela Ibiara, 5, both children Mr William Edumu, a teacher at Achongwen primary school in Kaberamaido District.
Scarcity pushes prices of Mukene through the roof
What you need to know: According to nutritionists, silverfish helps in building body muscles and development of children since its bones contain calcium. In 2017, Dr Edwin Agaba,a nutritionist, told Monitor that unlike Tilapia and Nile Perch, silverfish is packed with amino acids that boost body immunity. Prices of silverfish, commonly known as Mukene, have increased months after the government banned the ‘hurry up’ fishing method, traders have said.
Guard on run after foiled robbery at Equity Bank in Soroti
One of the two private guards attached to SGA security firm deployed to secure Equity bank Soroti branch last night is on the run after a foiled robbery attempt by suspected armed robbers. The security company’s regional manager Eastern Uganda, Mr Sam Kwebaza said Mr Richard Oonyu was allegedly deployed Monday night alongside his colleague, Emmanuel Epunao to guard the bank but was not present at the scene on Tuesday morning when the police responded to reports of an attempted robbery.
FDC’s Eperu laid to rest amid chaos
Chaos erupted on Saturday in Koloin Village, Kapir County in Ngora District during the burial of pioneer member of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party Sarah Tino Eperu, as FDC rival factions of Najjanankumbi and Katonga clashed. The programme started smoothly at 10am with speeches from various political party representatives and local council leaders across Teso Sub-region.
Soroti teachers risking lives under condemned structures
What you need to know: The Soroti City principal education officer, Mr Patrick Emokor, said the poor state of teachers’ houses is cross-cutting. A total of 18 of the 27 teachers who occupy the nine old and dilapidated accommodation facilities at Pioneer Primary School, formerly known as the Gujarati School in Soroti District, are at risk of losing lives over the poor state of structures.
Hippos threaten food production at Katakwi irrigation scheme
Farmers at a government mini-irrigation scheme at the shores of Lake Bisina (Lake Salisbury) in Katakwi District, have raised fears over the invasion of hippopotamus. Speaking during the launch of two solar power water projects under the Ministry of Water and Environment, the farmers said hippos that live in the lake are a threat to their crops.
Fishermen accuse UPDF marines of reselling illegal fishing gear
Fishermen in Serere District have accused Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) marine officers from the Fish Protection Unit (FPU) of engaging in corrupt practices. The officers are alleged to have been reselling intercepted illegal fishing gear that was supposed to be under their custody. During a community Barraza held at Pingire and Kagungulu sub-counties in Serere District, attended by Minister of State for Fisheries, Ms Helen Adoa, local fishermen voiced their concerns.
Fishermen accuse UPDF marines of reselling illegal fishing gear
Posted On: 2024-02-02 Posted By: George Muron Education Daily Monitor Newspapers Uganda, Feb. 2 -- Fishermen in Serere District have accused Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) marine officers from the Fish Protection Unit (FPU) of engaging in corrupt practices. The officers are alleged to have been reselling intercepted illegal fishing gear that was supposed to be under their custody.
Five Bukedea schools miss PLE results
At least five schools in Bukedea District have missed out on their Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results for the year 2023. The Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) January 25 released PLE results for schools across the country in an event presided by education minister and first lady Janet Museveni. But schools reported to be having missing results include Akero Primary School, Koutulai Primary School, Malera Primary School, Kolir Primary School and Anyumutamu New Primary School.
Five primary schools miss PLE results
At least five schools in Bukedea District have missed out on their Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results for the year 2023. The Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) January 25 released PLE results for schools across the country in an event presided by education minister and first lady Janet Museveni. But schools reported to be having missing results include Akero Primary School, Koutulai Primary School, Malera Primary School, Kolir Primary School and Anyumutamu New Primary School.
Soroti Boda Boda cyclists seize MP Alobo’s chairs over allowances
A section of Boda Boda cyclists in Soroti City have seized more than 500 plastic chairs belonging to their Woman MP, Ms Joan Alobo Achom as they protested over unpaid allowances. The blue plastic chairs inscribed ‘Joan Alobo Achom’ are part of the thousands of chairs provided by the woman MP to help her constituents during public functions at a free cost.
Govt to start exploration for oil, gas in Teso next month
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development plans to commence oil exploration works in Teso Sub-region next month. The ministry made the revelation during a consultation meeting with district leaders from Soroti and Kalaki last Friday.
Officials, vendors clash over relocation orders
Tension is brewing in Kumi Municipality after council authorities issued an eviction order for roadside vendors and bus operators on Mbale-Kumi-Soroti highway. The bustling stretch has become a hub for small-scale enterprises catering to passengers. The spot also serves as a gathering point for boda boda cyclists, taxis, and bus operators loading and offloading travellers.
Officials, vendors clash over relocation orders
Uganda, Jan. 17 -- Tension is brewing in Kumi Municipality after council authorities issued an eviction order for roadside vendors and bus operators on Mbale-Kumi-Soroti highway. The bustling stretch has become a hub for small-scale enterprises catering to passengers. The spot also serves as a gathering point for boda boda cyclists, taxis, and bus operators loading and offloading travellers.
Three siblings poisoned in suspected land wrangle
What you need to know: They are children of Mr Tom Omudu and Mary Evelyn Akia. Leaders and residents of Okudumo Village, Okudumo Parish, Mukongoro Sub-county in Kanyum County suspect that the trio was poisoned due to an alleged land wrangle. Last week, three children in Kumi District were allegedly poisoned under unclear circumstances. Mbale City Mortuary surgeon Dr Barnabas Rubanza confirmed that John Okodosi, 9, Ignatius Agodo, 4, and Constant Olupot, 6, died of poison.
Three siblings poisoned in suspected land wrangle
Uganda, Jan. 3 -- Last week, three children in Kumi District were allegedly poisoned under unclear circumstances. Mbale City Mortuary surgeon Dr Barnabas Rubanza confirmed that John Okodosi, 9, Ignatius Agodo, 4, and Constant Olupot, 6, died of poison. They are children of Mr Tom Omudu and Mary Evelyn Akia. Leaders and residents of Okudumo Village, Okudumo Parish, Mukongoro Sub-county in Kanyum County suspect that the trio was poisoned due to an alleged land wrangle.
I won’t contest in 2026 - Amuria Woman MP
The Woman MP for Amuria District, Ms Susan Amero, has said she will not seek re-election in the 2026 polls. Ms Amero, who has served for three terms, in 2011 and 2016, stood on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket and as an Independent candidate in 2021 after she lost to Ms Rhoda Acen in the NRM primaries.
I won't contest in 2026 - Amuria Woman MP
Uganda, Jan. 2 -- The Woman MP for Amuria District, Ms Susan Amero, has said she will not seek re-election in the 2026 polls. Ms Amero, who has served for three terms, in 2011 and 2016, stood on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket and as an Independent candidate in 2021 after she lost to Ms Rhoda Acen in the NRM primaries.
Christian faithful hold special prayers to curse thieves after raid on bishop’s kraal
The priests and Christians of St Patrick Catholic parish, Madera in Soroti diocese have sought for God’s intervention over the frequent incidents of theft of church properties. This comes after unidentified thieves allegedly broke into the church Kraal at St Patrick’s catholic church, Madera Parish in Soroti Diocese and stole two cows worth over Shs2 million that were offered to the bishop for the construction of a Shs8.2 billion Regina Caeli church building in Aminit.
Bishop tells govt to honour pledges
The bishop of Church of Uganda’s Soroti diocese, Rev. Kosea Odongo has implored the government to honour the pledges it has made to its people over the years. While preaching on Christmas Day at St. Peters Cathedral Soroti City, eastern Uganda, Bishop Odongo said: “When God promises, he honours. I call upon all government people, all the people of God to honour their promises." According to him, Christmas day is a demonstration that whatever God promises his followers will be fulfilled as planned.
Machete-wielding men attack Serere
What you need to know: The unceasing 150-acre land dispute is between human rights defender Moses Omiat whom the High Court declared as the rightful owner and the Serere District Local Government Residents of Kasilo Village, Kamod Parish, Bugondo Sub-county, Kasilo County in Serere District are living in fear following frequent attacks by suspected machete-wielding gangs over a disputed ancestral land.
Machete-wielding men attack Serere
Uganda, Dec. 21 -- Residents of Kasilo Village, Kamod Parish, Bugondo Sub-county, Kasilo County in Serere District are living in fear following frequent attacks by suspected machete-wielding gangs over a disputed ancestral land. The unceasing 150-acre land dispute is between human rights defender Moses Omiat whom the High Court declared as the rightful owner and the Serere District Local Government. According to Mr Omiat's relatives who stay on the said land, about 20 goons attacked them last week.
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