Tag: Karamoja region

Why Uganda Martyrs Day Is Important

Every year on June 3, millions of Christians in Uganda and across the world gather to commemorate Uganda Martyrs Day, one of the most important religious events on the African continent. The annual celebration attracts pilgrims...

Government Plans New Border Posts with Kenya and Rwanda to Boost Regional Trade

National News

The government is planning to establish new border entry points along Uganda's frontiers with Kenya and Rwanda as part of efforts to improve cross-border trade, facilitate movement and strengthen regional integration. The announcement was made by the...

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.

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