For a long time, I believed that real wealth was reserved for people born into rich families, those with strong connections, or individuals backed by powerful networks. Whenever I saw people driving expensive cars around Kampala or living in upscale neighborhoods like Kira or Entebbe, I assumed they possessed opportunities …
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On November 23, 2025, a significant milestone in the development of Karamoja and the broader Ateker region was achieved with the official unveiling of the Karamoja Peace and Technology University (KAPATU). The grand ceremony, held in Losilang, Kotido Municipality, was attended by thousands of residents, local leaders, cultural representatives, and …
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On November 23, 2025, Karamoja marked a historic moment as the Karamoja Peace and Technology University (KAPATU) officially opened its doors in Losilang, Kotido. Although President Yoweri Museveni was unable to attend due to other engagements, Prime Minister Emeritus Rt. Hon. Amama Mbabazi delivered a heartfelt message on behalf of …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025 There is growing confidence in the campaign team of Eng William Tailor Tiyo Odaa after two weeks of canvassing for votes in which they traversed 52 villages in the former Aroi sub county. As they prepare to move on to Manibe area, …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2025 Tereza Tinia, a resident of Kati ward in Ayivu West Division was driven by fear created by lies that Bernard Atiku, the then Member of Parliament of Ayivu had sold the entire constituency to the government by allowing it to be upgraded …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2025 Adisa Tiko, a resident of Oli D cell is perturbed by the filth in Arua Central Division that once was rated the second best small city in Africa. The poor state of hygiene in Arua City was one of Tiko’s two main …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025 In an explosive speech delivered to a charged crowd of supporters at Barifa sports stadium, the National Unity Platform Presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi laid out his vision for a new Uganda. Projecting a country in which President Yoweri Museveni and the First …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2025 Nandala Mafabi, the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, has commended the engineering brigade of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces for taking up infrastructure projects. “That is what armies do when there is no war. In china, the railway is …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2025 Al-hajj Isa Kato, the former Arua Municipality Mayor has warned Moslems in Arua Central Division to steer clear from candidates who use religion as a tool for seeking votes. “They are munafiq,” he said as he dismissed the fanatics who are trying …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025 As a Member of Parliament, Jackson Lee Buti of Arua Central Division undertook several assignments that yielded bearing on the social and economic status of the people both locally and nationally. One such assignment was his appointment as the government’s regional whip …
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