Author: Lukwago Hanan

ONC Monitors Wealth Creation Achievements Under PDM in Mukono District In the continued efforts of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) to monitor the implementation and impact of the Parish Development Model (PDM) government programme, Mutesi Justine, a 48-year-old resident of Miggo Village, Kabembe Ward, Kyampisi Sub-county in Mukono District, has emerged as a shining example of the transformative impact of the initiative on household income and community development. Before benefiting from the Parish Development Model, Mutesi was engaged in small-scale piggery farming with only two pigs. Despite her dedication and hard work, the enterprise generated an average income…

As part of the Office of the National Chairman’s (ONC) continuous monitoring and evaluation of beneficiaries under the Parish Development Model (PDM), the Namutumba District ONC Coordinator, Ms. Lillian Naigaga, recently visited a beneficiary whose outstanding progress exemplifies the transformative impact of government wealth-creation initiatives at the grassroots level. Mr. Wamujja Henry, a 60-year-old resident of Siira Village in Buwongo Parish, Nsinze Sub-county, received UGX 1 million through the Parish Development Model on August 1, 2023. Prior to receiving the funds, he had already invested in the construction of fish ponds but lacked the financial capacity to stock them and…

The Parish Development Model (PDM) is steadily transforming the livelihoods of many young people and households across Karamoja, creating new opportunities for income generation, self-reliance, and sustainable development. One inspiring beneficiary is Mr. Lopua Paul, a resident of Nadiket Village, Musas Parish, Katikekile Sub-county in Moroto District, whose remarkable journey demonstrates the positive impact of the Government of Uganda’s flagship poverty eradication initiative. In 2024, Mr. Lopua received UGX 1 million through the PDM SACCO and strategically invested the funds in commercial vegetable farming. He established a thriving garden where he cultivates sukuma wiki, spinach, tomatoes, and green pepper. Through…

Obed, the boda boda rider captured in a widely circulated viral video allegedly assaulting Rugby Cranes and Black Pirates forward Sydney Gongodyo, has been apprehended by police as investigations into the player’s death gather momentum. His arrest marks a significant breakthrough in a case that has gripped the nation and sparked outrage across Uganda’s sporting fraternity. Authorities say Obed is among eight suspects currently in custody as detectives intensify efforts to establish the full circumstances surrounding the fatal attack. According to information from Uganda Police, the total number of suspects arrested in connection with Gongodyo’s murder has risen to eight.…

The Office of the National Chairman (ONC) continues to monitor and evaluate the impact of the Parish Development Model (PDM) across various communities in Uganda. As part of this ongoing initiative, the Mukono ONC Coordinator, John Baptist Wamala, visited Natabuliliwa in Mukono District, where he interacted with Mr. Muganja Elmand Mubiru, a resident of Buwanyi Village and one of the beneficiaries of the government’s transformative poverty alleviation program. Before benefiting from the Parish Development Model, Mr. Muganja faced significant economic challenges despite his determination to improve his household income through goat rearing. His livestock enterprise had dwindled to a single…

Ugandan rugby has been plunged into mourning following the death of Rugby Cranes and Black Pirates forward Sydney Gongodyo, whose passing has shocked the sporting fraternity and prompted a police murder investigation. Reports indicate that Gongodyo was attacked by unknown assailants in Kampala before succumbing to his injuries, with authorities now working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.  The tragedy sparked an outpouring of grief across social media platform X, where teammates, supporters and rugby stakeholders paid tribute to the experienced forward. Many described Gongodyo as a committed player whose contribution to both club and country left a…

State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Susan Nakawuki Nsambu, has revealed that Uganda is exploring strategic partnerships with leading English Premier League clubs to promote the #VisitUganda brand on their jerseys. Speaking in an interview this morning, the Minister noted that globally recognized football clubs such as Arsenal FC could serve as powerful ambassadors for Uganda’s tourism industry, significantly enhancing the country’s international visibility and attracting new visitors from key tourism markets. According to the Minister, the idea is inspired by the success of Rwanda’s “Visit Rwanda” campaign, which gained worldwide exposure through sponsorship agreements with major European…

The Executive Director of the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), Dan N. Odongo, has announced that the registration of candidates for the 2026 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) is currently underway. In a move aimed at accommodating newly accredited examination centres, UNEB has extended the normal registration period to 30 June 2026. Mr. Odongo revealed that late registration will commence on 1 July 2026 and close on 31 July 2026, attracting a surcharge of 100 percent for PLE candidates and 50 percent for UCE and UACE candidates. He emphasized…

Embodying the virtues of benevolence, selflessness, and communal fellowship that define Eid, ONC Manager, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, commemorated the occasion by distributing meat to families at the ONC offices in Kyambogo. The initiative reflected the core values of generosity and shared responsibility that are central to the Eid celebrations, ensuring that many households could partake in the festivities with dignity and gratitude. The charitable gesture attracted hundreds of Bazzukulu alongside ONC staff members, who gathered at the Kyambogo premises to mark the occasion in an atmosphere of unity and goodwill. The event served as a powerful reminder of the importance…

Hadijah Namyalo, Manager of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC), has called for a more robust and uncompromising fight against corruption, describing it as one of the greatest impediments to Uganda’s social and economic transformation. She argued that corruption continues to undermine service delivery and frustrate poverty eradication efforts by diverting resources and weakening institutions intended to improve citizens’ livelihoods. According to Namyalo, meaningful national development cannot be achieved unless the country decisively addresses the vice at all levels. Namyalo further emphasized that combating poverty must be accompanied by deliberate investments in youth empowerment, skills development, and sustainable employment…