Tag: Karamoja region

EC Finally Gazettes PFF, Eases Tensions in FDC Breakaway Camp

The Electoral Commission (EC) has finally gazetted People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) party bringing an end to an 8-month long wait. In a publication dated May 16,2025 the Electoral Commission gave notification for registration application signed by...

Uganda, South Sudan, CAR Sign Pact to Build 1,100km Regional Trade Road Network

Regional

Uganda, South Sudan, and the Central African Republic (CAR) have signed a historic agreement to jointly fund the construction of a 1,100-kilometre trade road network aimed at enhancing regional integration and economic development. The Memorandum of Understanding...

Health

Health Ministry Commences Second Phase of Karamoja Infrastructure Project

The project, District Health System Strengthening on RMNCAH, HIV/AIDS, and Nutrition in Karamoja, aimed at improving Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH), HIV care, and nutrition services in the region.

National News

Ministry of Health to Carry out Polio Immunization in...

The Ministry of Health is set to carry out house-to-house polio vaccination for children aged 5 years and below across 49 districts bordering Mbale City due to an outbreak of polio.

Business

Reformed Warriors Ask Gov’t to Start-up SACCOs, Bring Socioeconomic...

The Karamoja Cultural Festival started eight years ago with this event making its ninth year, the reason it is called the 9th edition. The cultural event aims at preserving peace and unity among the Karamajong, Turkana, Pokot, Dodoth, Jie, Nyangatom, and other tribes as Ateker to promote cultural diversity.

Religion

Newly Enthroned Karamoja Bishop Assured of Government Support for...

The leaders and people of Karamoja have demonstrated unity, strong leadership, and a genuine enthusiasm for development and socio-economic transformation.

National News