The Private Secretary to the First Lady, Seth Rukurungu has praised the youth for their active participation in mobilizing support for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ahead of the 2026 general elections. Rukurungu urged the young people to continue backing President Yoweri Museveni highlighting the government’s efforts to empower low-income youth through various Wealth Creation Programmes.

Speaking during the launch of the “Tubirindegye” Campaign for Rugarama Main Sub-county on Monday at Rugarama Archdeaconry, Rukurungu commended the youths and other NRM supporters from Ntungamo and neighboring districts for their vow to intensify campaign efforts for President Museveni and all NRM flag bearers.

The “Tubirindegye” Campaign, meaning “let’s protect them well” or “keep them safe,” was initiated by Aijuka Rodgers, director of the organization Free and Rich Uganda Ntungamo. The campaign aims to showcase the achievements of NRM since 1986 across the country emphasizing the party’s development milestones.

Rukurungu emphasized that the government plans to create more jobs by establishing additional industries, further boosting economic growth and youth employment. He also lauded Aijuka Rodgers for his efforts in disseminating NRM’s accomplishments and urged everyone to vote overwhelmingly for the party in 2026.

Aijuka Rodgers warned youths against being swayed by divisive politics based on identity, instead urging them to support President Museveni whom he described as a visionary leader and an example for many years.

Mugizi Ephraim, Chairperson of NRM in Rugarama Main Sub-county, expressed gratitude to First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni for initiating the Tubirindegye Campaign, which he believes will significantly bolster NRM support in the region.

Saidat Muhereza, the district Lady Councilor for Rugarama Main Sub-county, highlighted that the primary goal for the youth is to safeguard peace by voting President Museveni back into power. She also urged young people to utilize the Parish Development Model (PDM) funds to improve their socio-economic status.

The youth participants reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to the core values of the ruling party, pledging to deliver massive support for President Museveni and all NRM candidates across Ntungamo and neighboring districts as Uganda heads into the upcoming elections.

Kazo District Local Government marked a momentous occasion yesterday as it celebrated the return of Principal Assistant Secretary (PAS) Kyogabirwe Devine who has been away in India undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

Kyogabirwe was diagnosed with cancer in late November last year, a period she described as challenging and emotionally taxing. Despite the difficulties, she remained resilient maintaining faith and hope throughout her medical journey.

Expressing her gratitude upon her return, Kyogabirwe thanked the district leadership, staff, friends and the community for their unwavering support during her fight with cancer. She also appreciated the district administration for contributing towards her costly treatment in India.

During her address at the senior management meeting held at the district council hall, she paid special tribute to her supervisor, Chief Administrative Officer, Hajji Badru Mayanja Majwala for his steadfast support. She also extended heartfelt thanks to Ugandans, local leaders and community members for their encouragement and assistance.

Kyogabirwe shared encouraging news that specialists in India confirmed she is now cancer-free. However, she emphasized that she will continue to follow medical advice and remain on prescribed treatment to ensure her full recovery.

She also acknowledged the vital support received from the district boss, Rev. Samuel Mugisha Katugunda and area Member of Parliament, Hon. Dan Atwijukire Kimosho praising their significant contributions to her medical journey.

In his remarks, Hajji Mayanja commended his staff for their unity and compassion describing their collective support for Madam Kyogabirwe as a model for community living. “I am proud of your cooperation and urge you to continue,” he stated.

The district’s senior management team welcomed Kyogabirwe back with joy and celebration filling the council hall with happiness as they saw her return in good health.

Notably, in September, friends, district staff and the wider community organized a marathon to raise funds for her treatment and to promote awareness about cancer, its early detection and prevention.

The Bishop of West Ankole Diocese, Rt. Rev. Johnson Twinomujuni has urged Christians to strike a balance between work and prayer to foster spiritual and financial growth. The prelate delivered this message during the confirmation service of 110 believers into the Anglican faith held at Kashenyi Playground in Ishaka Municipality, Bushenyi District.

Addressing the congregation, Bishop Twinomujuni emphasized that while prayer is vital, it should not replace the importance of hard work. He pointed out that God blesses the efforts of one’s hands underscoring the need for believers to dedicate time to both prayer and diligent work to achieve holistic development.

During the same event, the Bishop’s wife, Maama Joy Twinomujuni highlighted the consequences of neglecting work, stating that a lack of effort has led to numerous family challenges. She urged all attendees to focus on work as the best strategy to combat poverty and improve family welfare.

The confirmation service marked a significant spiritual milestone for the new members and reinforced the church’s message of balancing faith with responsible work ethic for personal and community development.

Kooti y’idara ry’okubanza omu disiturikiti eya Kazo eyaaba  okurirwe  omuramuzi  Joshua  Ndazano,  yatsindika omushaija wemyaka 45 aha rimanda ahabwa  omushango gw’okuteera omuntu.

Kooti yahurira ngu ahabiro 19/10/2025, Abaho Yoram , omutaka w’ekyaaro ekya Rushamaitu omugomborora ya Burunga, disiturikiti ya Kazo  akateera kandi yahutaaza John Tumwijukye.

Ari omumaisho g’omuramuzi tiyikiriza mushango nikwo omuramuzi kumugira ngu nayikirizibwa  kushaba  okwemererwa   baitu yamusindika aha rimanda omukihome kya Rugongi omu disiturikiti ya  Kiruhura  kuhitsya ebiro 25/11/2025.

Hoona kooti niyo emwe yatsindika aha rimanda omutsigazi w’emyaaka 25 y’obukuru ahabw’omushango gw’okwiiba akasimu kakapeesha hamwe n’esente  by’omukaikuru w’emyaaka 65.

Kanyankore Justus Kyapadoora yasindikwa omukihome kya Rugongi  omu  disiturikiti ya Kiruhura  ahabwokugira ngu ahabiro 26/8/2025 akeiba esimu hamwe na sente zirikwingana emitwaaro makumi abiri (200,000) ebyabaire biri ebyomukaikuru Kekibira Annet owa Rwamanuuma, Obwengara ward Kazo Town council, Kazo District.

Omuramuzi Ndazano, yasindika Kanyankore omukihome kuhitsya ebiro 25/11/2025 kuba nibwo yagaruka omu court kugaruka kushomeerwa omushango gwe. 

A total of 111 candidates from Kazo Model Primary School in Kazo Town Council, Kazo District have been dedicated today as they prepare to sit for the upcoming Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).

The dedication ceremony took place at St. John’s Kazo Archdeaconary in Kazo Town Council where Rev. Stuart Amanya, the Diocesan Inspector of Schools for North-Ankole Diocese delivered a sermon centered on the theme of hope.

Rev. Amanya emphasized the importance of hard work among the students encouraging them to stay focused and committed to their studies despite the challenges they may face.

Chrispus Tomanya, the Deputy Headteacher of Kazo Model Primary School who also addressed the candidates offering words of hope and motivation. He acknowledged that the students had faced disruptions due to nearly a month’s industrial action but urged them to remain confident and determined to succeed.

Keith Bahemuka, the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Kazo District commended the efforts of teachers in guiding the candidates through their preparations. He also expressed appreciation to all teachers under the umbrella of UNATU for ending the industrial strike, which had affected the academic calendar.

The candidates, Amumpaire Darius and Lilian Mpumwire expressed gratitude to their parents for their support and declared their readiness to undertake the examinations.

The district officials and school administrators urged the students to stay focused and perform to the best of their abilities during the examinations, which are set to begin soon.

Nine pupils who were admitted to Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital after a classroom wall collapsed at Kibale Primary School in Isingiro District are now out of danger, according to hospital officials.

The incident occurred during a heavy downpour yesterday afternoon when part of the classroom structure gave way, trapping the pupils inside. The students, comprising three boys and six girls were quickly rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention.

Halson Kagure, the Public Relations Officer at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital confirmed that the children were initially in critical condition upon arrival. “Four of the pupils had head injuries and underwent CT scans while others sustained fractures,” Kagure stated.

He added that the hospital’s emergency response team worked tirelessly to stabilize the children who have since been transferred to the surgical ward for close monitoring.

The incident has raised concerns over the safety and maintenance of school infrastructure especially during the rainy season when structural vulnerabilities are heightened. Kibale Primary School, a private institution founded by a church may face questions regarding its building standards and emergency preparedness.

The hospital administration praised the efforts of their medical team and expressed relief that the pupils are now recovering well. They also called for increased vigilance in ensuring the safety of students and school facilities in the region.

Authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the collapse and review safety protocols at the school to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Origyire kusingwa omukaruru  k’okukwata ebendera ya NRM ahantebbe y’obunyeishengyero ahabw’ishaza rya Kibale East omu disiturikiti ya Kamwenge, Asiimwe Chripas Mugisha ahamizegye ngu tihariho obu arikwija kuruga omukaururu aka kurekureira owakwatsire ebendera y’ekibiina kandi ori omunyeishengyero w’ishaza eri, Hon. Frank Tumwebaze, hoona nabwo ori Minister w’ebyobuhingi n’oburiisa.

Ebingambo bya Mugisha nibyeijaho bwanyima y’orukiiko orurugyire kubaho omuri disiturikiti egi ahangati y’abebembezi ba NRM abarimu omuhwezi wa mukuru w’ishengyero, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa hamwe nabakwatsire ebendera n’abarikwenda kwetsimba nkabanyamwegyendaho. Ekigyendererwa ky’orukiiko oru kibeire kiri ekyokugarikanisa abantu aba boona kugyira ngu nabarikwenda kwetsimba nkabanyamwegyendaho bashagikye abeine ebendera ya NRM ahabwobumwe bw’ekibiina.

Bamwe omubabeire nibenda kwetsimba nkabateine bibiina ebibarikurugamu barigyire omukaururu aka kuhagyira aba NRM. Asiimwe Chripas Mugisha orikwenda entebbe ahamizegye ngu tarikwija kuruga omukaruru aka. Nagira ngu neija kugumizamu ayetsimbire nkoteine kibiina ahabwokuba abantu ba Kibale East tibarikwenda kufayo ahabibiina beitu ngu nibenda obuhereza.

Police in Kanungu district are investigating the mysterious death of Eric Ndamiye, 54, a resident of Nyakagyezi cell, Eastern ward, Butogota Town Council.

According to police reports, the deceased was a known drunkard and was last seen on the evening of October 26, 2025, at Niwamanya Gift’s bar in Nyakagyezi trading center. The following morning, residents found Ndamiye lying dead along the footpath leading to his home, a few meters from the bar.

ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi police region spokesperson confirmed that finger marks were observed around the victim’s neck, indicating possible violence. “The police were notified by Eridad Byaruhanga and a scene visit was conducted. Unfortunately, by the time the scene was accessed, it had been tampered with,” he explained.

A sniffer dog was introduced to assist in investigations but efforts to collect conclusive evidence were hindered due to scene tampering. A postmortem was carried out at Mpungu Health Center IV by medical personnel and the body was subsequently released to the family for a proper burial.

Maate emphasized that investigations are ongoing: “We are making efforts to identify and apprehend those involved in this incident so that they can be charged accordingly. We urge members of the community to cooperate with authorities in this matter.”

Police continue to work tirelessly to uncover the circumstances surrounding Eric Ndamiye’s death and ensure justice is served.

Police in Kazo district have arrested a police officer and a woman over an alleged conspiracy to murder the woman’s husband.

According to police reports, IP Bebaze Steven, an officer stationed at Kazo Central Police station and the woman, Kyokuhaire Zam were arrested after their murder plot was uncovered by agents they had approached to carry out the crime.

The victim, Musinguzi Kasim, a taxi driver operating on the Mpara-Kazo route was reportedly unaware of his wife’s intentions until the plot was exposed.

The break in the case came when the agents, contacted by the suspects reported the conspiracy to the authorities. It is further alleged that Hadad Kabito, a stage blocker for the Kazo-Mpara route, played a pivotal role in foiling the plan after receiving a sum of UGX 1,300,000 shillings from Bebaze. Instead of executing the murder, Kabito reported the incident to his superior, Akim Mutahi, the chairperson of the Kazo-Mubende stage.

Following this, Kabito and Mutahi collaborated with police providing crucial information that led to the arrest of Bebaze and Kyokuhaire.

Bebaze has been transferred to the Rwizi police region for further investigation while Kyokuhaire remains detained at Kazo Police Station. The investigation is ongoing with authorities working to gather more evidence and ensure justice is served.

Samson Kasasira, the Rwizi region police spokesperson, confirmed the incident, emphasizing that police are committed to thoroughly investigating the case and bring those responsible to justice.

Ibanda district is gearing up for the January 15, 2026 presidential and parliamentary elections but the National Resistance Movement Party faces a significant challenge after a number of its aspirants in the recent primaries opted to run as independents. This development has prompted calls for the party to intensify its efforts to secure victory in the upcoming polls.

During the nomination exercise held at the district council hall on October 22-23, a total of 14 candidates were officially nominated to contest for four parliamentary seats—covering Ibanda Municipality, Ibanda South and North counties as well as the district Woman MP seat.

According to Ibanda electoral district registrar Aidah Barekye Nkaija, over 64% of the aspirants, nine in total, are running as independents. Four candidates represent the NRM Party while one is affiliated with the National Unity Platform (NUP).

Notably, six of the independents are former NRM members who lost in the primaries while three are newcomers current district vice-chairman Elias Tumubweine (Ibanda North County), Winfred Aganyira (district Woman MP seat) and Sarapio Betungura. Other incumbents such as current Ibanda North MP Xavier Kyooma Akampurira, Innocent Bakamuhara (Ibanda Municipality) and Caroline Arituha (Woman MP seat) are also contesting some as independents.

The contest is further complicated by the limited party representation with only NRM and NUP fielding candidates. The NRM candidates include Jovrine Kyomukama Kaliisa, a former deputy national coordinator of the Parish Development Model contesting for the district Woman MP seat; Maj. Guma Gumisiriza for Ibanda North County; Dr. John Paul Ninkusima for Ibanda South County; and Pater Agaba for Ibanda Municipality.

On the other hand, Patricia Kenyangi is representing NUP for the district Woman MP seat.

Campaign activities are scheduled to commence on November 10 and will conclude on January 12, 2026. As the elections approach, the NRM Party faces the urgent task of rallying its supporters and consolidating its support base to ensure victory in the face of rising independent candidacies.