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From the left is Okello Etik Tong Ololo, Marketing and Business Lead for the Agriculture Sector Network, second Dr. Edward Omaido Principal Veterinary Officer and Acting City Production Officer for Gulu City, third is Nicholas George Kidega Principal Commercial Officer for Gulu City and Grace Musimami General Secretary of Agriculture […]

By Dramadri Federick Arua The Government of Uganda has initiated plans to amend the Firearms Act of 1970 in a move aimed at tightening gun control, curbing the proliferation of illegal firearms, and strengthening accountability in the use of weapons across the country. The proposed amendments, currently under consideration by […]

By Onzoma Albert Arua Syova Seeds Uganda Limited has officially launched new high-yielding, disease-tolerant hybrid varieties of tomatoes and green peppers—Captain F1 and Gallant F1—aimed at benefiting farmers across Uganda, particularly in the West Nile region. The launch event held at Le Tsuba Grand Hotel in Arua City was attended […]

By Onzoma Albert Arua Agro-input dealers in West Nile are advocating for stricter regulations and certification of agrochemicals used in vegetable farming and preservation. They emphasize the importance of ensuring chemical safety, promoting sustainable pest management and preventing the use of high-risk, banned or counterfeit pesticides. These concerns emerged during […]

  Agricultural officers during recent engagement with the farmers in West Nile region in Arua city (Photo by Onzoma Albert) By Onzoma Albert Arua Agro-Input Dealers, NGOs, and farmers in West Nile region are calling on the government to urgently enhance agricultural extension and veterinary services to address critical productivity […]

Persons with disabilities celebrate mobility tools during handover at World Action Fund Offices.  By Dramadri Federick Arua At least 81 persons with physical disabilities in Arua District have received wheelchairs aimed at improving their mobility, independence, and access to essential services. The support comes at a time when more than […]

Lugbara cultural group performing their traditional dance during the world tourism day celebrations in Arua city. Courtesy Photo. By Anslem Ojaru Arua City The tourism sector in Arua city is grappling with under development as tourism sites earmarked for development are still lagging behind with untapped potentials. The tourism officer […]

Abbairo Waterfalls in Arua City. Courtesy photo. By Onzoma Albert Arua city The tourism industry in West Nile region remains largely underdeveloped despite its rich cultural and natural attractions. Many key sites, including Mountain Wati, Fort Dufile, and others are in despair, limiting their appeal to tourists, hindering regional economic […]

Street Vendors along Market lane in front of Arua Main Market. All photos by Federick Dramadri. By Dramadri Federick Arua city Vendors operating in Arua Main Market have protested the delayed implementation of the Arua City Trade Order, an initiative intended to eliminate street vending and promote fair trade among […]

Women during the engagement at Tropical Suites Hotel (photo by Onzoma Albert) By Onzoma Albert Arua Women have been encouraged to leverage government programs and collaborate with URA to better understand tax operations and their responsibilities as taxpayers. This appeal was made by Rita Muzira, head of public relations at […]