By Moses Lokeris Elders drinking Ajon in a cycle (Courtesy Photo) KARAMOJA:The move by the government to regulate drinking hours has sparked a debate in Kotido Municipality, with some people welcoming it as a bold attempt to restore productivity and discipline, while…
By Alexander Mackey Okori Map showing Sub-counties most affected by elephant invasion in Kerenga District Karenga district leaders have demanded urgent government action to persistent cases of human-wildlife conflict following a series of deadly elephant attacks that have left many families grieving. The most Sub-Counties of Kapedo, Naopore,…
By Prosper Gibolo Moses Ogwang, prime suspect while at the residence of LCI Chairperson Acholi Quarters, Kotido Municipality (Photo Credit: Prosper Gibolo) KOTIDO:Police in Kotido Central Police Station have rescued 17 people and arrested three suspects believed to be part of a human trafficking…
By Alexander Mackey Okori Cassava plantation (Photo by Alexander Mackey Okori) KARENGA: The leadership of Karenga district is considering enacting an ordinance on mandatory cassava growing in order to promote food security to fight biting hunger in the area. The moves comes at a…
Hellen Aguyo Okello Taxis and Buses waiting for passengers at Kotido bus park (Credit: Prosper Gibolo) KOTIDO: The high fuel costs across the country are having ripple effect on the economy, pushing high the cost of transportation, goods and services specially in…
By Joe Wacha and Moses Lokeris Map showing districts in Karamoja Sub-region KOTIDO: For many years, the Jie community in Kotido District has been known for two things: livestock keeping and armed raids. Today however, a new story is emerging. For many young…
Livestock impounded by joint security forces during anti-rustling operation in Kaabong (Credit:ASTU) KAABONG: A joint security operation by the Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) and Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has led to the arrest of a suspected notorious cattle rustler and impoundment…
By Cindrella Atenyo KARAMOJA: The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has stepped up grassroots mobilization in Karamoja ahead of the nationwide Village Women Committee and LC1 elections, scheduled for July 23 and 28, 2026, respectively. On Sunday, the party’s regional secretariat convened district leaders…