Tag Archives: Luwero

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Vicar General of Kasana Luwero Diocese has cautioned candidates against solely relying on prayers as a magic formula for success in their upcoming examinations. This year’s examinations are scheduled to commence on Monday, October 16th, with candidates sitting for the Uganda Certificate of …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A Section of Christians in Luwero Diocese has launched weekly prayers seeking divine intervention in the suspended enthronement of Reverend Canon Godfrey Kasana Ssemakula as their Bishop Kasana had been elected bishop to replace the Rev. Eridard Nsubuga who abdicated on July 9 upon clocking …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform Party President Robert Kyagulanyi has condemned rampant land grabbing which has left many people landless in the Greater Luwero districts. The matter was first raised by area Members of Parliament Brenda Nabukenya, Luttamaguzi Ssemakula and Allan Mayanja during a rally held …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Water consumers in Luwero Town Council in Luwero District, are currently facing a dire situation as they enter a full week with dry taps. The development has triggered a significant challenge for residents and businesses alike, as they struggle to find water for various …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Judith Nabakooba, the Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development has halted opening of boundaries on 13 square miles of land in Luwero District. The disputed land is located in two parishes of Kalasa and Nsanvu parish in Makulubita sub county. It is reported …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations in Luwero District are stuck with 5.5 billion Shillings meant for the Parish Development Model-PDM program. In February 2022, President Yoweri Museveni launched the program meant to eradicate poverty through the execution of development activities at the parishes. Since …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A least 1016 people in Luwero fell victim to animal bites during the financial year 2022/23, according to the District Health report on mortality and morbidity report. Of these, 478 people sought urgent anti-rabies treatment from local health centers after being bitten by stray dogs. …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 70 people in Luwero district were killed by Malaria in the 2022/23 financial year, the District Health Report on Mortality and Morbidity has revealed. The report highlights Malaria as the foremost cause of death, claiming the lives of 40 males and 30 females. Among …

Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Drug Authority-NDA has closed 86 drug shops and pharmacies in the Greater Luwero districts. Early this week, NDA and Police embarked on a compliance enforcement operation targeting drug outlets in the districts of Luwero, Nakaseke, and Nakasongola. On Friday, William James Tamale, the …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu has filed his defense at High Court in response to a suit challenging the nullification of the election of Canon Kasana Ssemakula as Luwero Diocese Bishop-elect Rev. Dr. Stephen Kazimba Mugalu through Agaba Muhairwe …