Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Banking has become more accessible for residents of Nansana, Masaka, and Soroti, as Housing Finance Bank officially opens three new branches, expanding its presence and reaffirming its commitment to communities across Uganda. For many people, convenient access to financial services can transform daily life—reducing …
Read More »Soroti schools urged to prioritize co-curricular activities
SOROTI, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Head teachers in Soroti have been urged to prioritize co-curricular activities to support the holistic development of learners. The call follows concern over the low turnout of Universal Primary Education (UPE) schools for a recent five-day scouts training held at Majengo Camping Site in …
Read More »Soroti City residents ask police to expedite murder investigations
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police in Soroti City are facing increasing pressure to expedite investigations into a series of murders. The recent case involves a couple, identified as Steve Olee and Leah Adiango, who were found dead in their house in Old Akisim Cell, Pamba Ward. According …
Read More »UHRC releases disturbing detention report for eastern Uganda
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Soroti Regional Office has released a disturbing report regarding the conditions of detention facilities in Eastern Uganda. This was after the commission monitored and inspected detention facilities in 17 districts of Teso, Bugisu, and Sebei sub-regions, as well as …
Read More »Mpuuga urges Ugandans to demand change, decries mismanagement and long rule
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mathias Mpuuga, the National Coordinator of the Democratic Front (DF), has expressed strong criticism of Ugandans for their failure to demand meaningful change. He made the remarks while addressing DF delegates in Soroti, where the party was inaugurating its new regional office for Teso. …
Read More »Food shortage affects learner turnout in Soroti School for the blind
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Low attendance and participation at St. Francis Primary School for the Blind–Madera in Soroti City have been attributed to a persistent lack of food supply, which continues to plague the institution. According to the headteacher, Sr. Rose Alyabo, the school’s primary struggle is providing …
Read More »CATTLE: POA not happy after Kyagulanyi urges Teso to demand full justice
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi has urged the people of Teso to demand broader justice beyond cattle compensation, calling for restitution of all that was lost during the region’s turbulent past. FDC President Patrick Oboi Amuriat has however dismissed the offer …
Read More »TEJU: Soroti fruit factory finally starts processing local mangoes, buying at sh300 a kilogram
The factory’s chief executive officer, revealed that they plan to invest sh45 million in purchasing local mangoes, with each kilogram priced at sh300 Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Soroti Fruit Processing Factory has taken a significant step by purchasing and processing local mangoes from farmers in the Teso Sub-region …
Read More »SOROTI: Okello gets 55 years in jail for rape, Ongodia 40 for murder
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Soroti High Court has sentenced 34-year-old David Okello to 55 years in prison for the crimes of rape and simple robbery, in a judgment that the court says should serve as a stern warning to society. Soroti High Court Resident Judge Boniface Wamala, while …
Read More »Ocheger warns Teso about divisive politicians as he supports Echodu vs Mukula
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Nelson Ocheger, has warned the people of Teso to stay vigilant against politicians who disguise themselves under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party while failing to deliver on their promises. Ocheger criticized a growing trend where leaders …
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