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Journalists urged to prioritize personal safety ahead of 2026 elections

Robert Sempala, the Executive Director Human Rights Network for Journalists Uganda giving tips on safety and security during an engagement in Arua on Tuesday. PHOTO URN Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Journalists in the West Nile region have been challenged to take proactive measures to ensure their personal safety and security as the country prepares for the 2026 general elections. Among the key concerns raised are: physical attacks and assaul…Read Article

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Ediofe Boys' Primary School gears up for centenary celebrations

A new Classroom Block at Ediofe Boys PS built with Funding from Government. PHOTOS URN Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Preparations are in high gear at Ediofe in Arua City to commemorate 100 years of the existence of Ediofe Boys Primary School. The School, a Catholic Founded, believed to be so far the oldest Primary School in Arua Diocese and West Nile, was established in 1923 by the Comboni Missionaries led by Rev. Fr. Wright Tee near Ediofe C…Read Article

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From Humble Beginnings to Building Big Dreams: VCON Construction’s Rise Within the Ruparelia Family

In the bustling heart of Uganda’s construction industry, VCON Construction (U) Limited stands as a shining example of ambition, grit, and transformation. What began as a modest contractor for the Ruparelia Group, a powerhouse in Uganda’s real estate and hospitality sectors, has evolved into a cornerstone of the conglomerate’s legacy, now building monumental dreams like the newly commissioned Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) Faculty of Enginee…Read Article

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Onduparaka Delays Calvary's Promotion - SportsNation

Sunday 15th JuneOnduparaka 0-0 Calvary FCBuhimba United Saints 3-4 Kigezi HomeBoyzGaddafi 0-0 Blacks PowerPaidha Black Angels 2-1 Kiyinda BoysNtugasaze 1-0 KatakaMYDA 2-0 Kaaro KarungiBusoga United 7-0 Booma FC Calvary FC were held to a goalless draw by Onduparaka SC in the West Nile Derby at Ababet Greenlight Stadium in Arua, forcing the promotion race to go down to the wire. The result leaves Calvary at the top of the FUFA Big League table wit…Arua · AruaRead Article

NRM Delegates From Terego, Arua District, Arua City & Madi-Okollo Endorse Mr Calvin Echodu For Vice Chairperson Eastern Uganda

Delegates from across the West Nile region have united to endorse David Calvin Echodu for the role of NRM National Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region. This endorsement was made during a gathering of party leaders and members from Terego, Arua District, Arua City, and Madi-Okollo. Alion Boniface, the NRM Chairman for Arua District, led the endorsement, voicing strong support for Echodu. He urged him to remain rooted in the party’s grassroots…Arua · AruaRead Article

Calvary seek maximum points at Onduparaka to secure Uganda Premier League promotion

FUFA Big League (Match day 29): Sunday, 15th June 2025 (All matches -kick off at 4 PM): Onduparaka Vs Calvary – AbaBet Green Light Stadium, Arua Gaddafi Vs Blacks Power – Entebbe Works playground Buhimba United Saints Vs Kigezi Home Boyz – Kigaaya primary school playgrounds Paidha Black Angels Vs Kiyinda Boys – Bar Okoro stadium, Zombo Busoga United Vs Booma – FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru MYDA Vs Kaaro Karungi –  Kongunga primary school, Bukede…Arua · AruaRead Article

Bakoko Bakoru back to contest for Ayivu East seat

Zoe Bakoko Bakoru Addressing Her Agents During Declaration of her Candidature for Ayivu East Constituency in Arua town on Saturday. Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Zoe Bakoko Bakoru, the former Gender Minister and MP for Ayivu, who recently returned from self-exile in the US after 20 years, has declared her intention to contest for Ayivu East Constituency in Arua City. During her grand return home and reception at Onduparaka recently, Bakoko ha…Arua · AruaRead Article

Women in Arua demand action against sexual harassment, violence in work places

Women Holding Placard against Sexual Harassment at work place as they Marched in Arua City on Thursday. PHOTO URN ARUA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Women in Arua City are demanding an end to sexual harassment and violence in the workplace. The women, joined by several partners in particular, also demanded for upholding of their right to live in an environment free of sexual harassment and violence. While presenting their views to create more awar…Sexual Harassment · AruaSee the Story

Arua’s Political Identity Crisis: Shifting from clans and religion to merit-based leadership

Bernard Atiku Former MP Ayivu County and current Arua City Land Board Chairman Speaking to locals in Ayivuni Sub County about Titling land and free Cocoa Seedlings on Saturday. Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | For over three decades, political affairs in the former greater Arua and now Arua City have largely been pigeonholed by two major factors: clannism—popularly referred to as tribalism—and religious affiliation. These factors, often coupled …Religion · AruaRead Article

Uganda: Former Makerere Guild President Alionzi Joins NRM, Eyes Arua City Mayoral Seat

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Former Makerere University Guild President Lawrence Alionzi, popularly known as Dangote, has defected from the National Unity Platform (NUP) to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) as he prepares to contest for the Arua City mayoral seat in the 2026 general elections.Africa · AruaRead Article

Uganda: NRM Seeks to Entrench Grassroots Power With Proposed Local Govt Amendment

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The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has revealed plans to amend the Local Government Act to grant its party chairpersons ex-officio status in all local government councils -- a move critics fear could entrench the party's dominance in public governance ahead of the 2026 general elections.Africa · AruaSee the Story

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