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NUMEC Digital Journalism Fellowship Kicks Off in Gulu

Seventeen journalists from across Northern Uganda have begun a three-month digital journalism fellowship in Gulu City aimed at equipping them with skills in data journalism, multimedia storytelling and emerging digital platforms.

Nile Post · 7 Sept 2026

UPDF Crowned Overall Champions of 18th Inter-Forces Games in Gulu

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been crowned overall champions of the 18th Edition of the Inter-Forces Games held in Gulu City. The UPDF secured the championship after winning three gold medals, according to the organisers’ official results. The Uganda Police Force (UPF) finished as first runners-up with two gold medals, while the Uganda […] The post UPDF Crowned Overall Champions of 18th Inter-Forces

SoftPower News · 6 Sept 2026

UPDF Crowned Overall Champions Of 18th Inter-Forces Games In Gulu

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have been crowned overall champions of the 18th Edition of the Inter-Forces Games held in Gulu City after securing three decisive gold medals. The UPDF edged the Uganda Police Force (UPF), which finished as first runners-up with two gold medals, while the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) took second runners-up […] The post UPDF Crowned Overall Champions Of 18th Inter-Forces Games

Watchdog Uganda · 5 Sept 2026

UPDF Dominates Shooting Range As Inter-Forces Games Continue In Gulu

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has emerged top in the shooting range competition at the ongoing Inter-Forces Games in Gulu City, winning both the individual and team gold medals. The UPDF topped the shooting competition, followed by the Uganda Police Force (UPF) in second place and the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) in third. The […] The post UPDF Dominates Shooting Range As Inter-Forces Games Continue In

Watchdog Uganda · 31 Aug 2026

Archbishop Wokorach Hails Lt Gen. Otema’s Homecoming As Symbol Of Peace

The Archbishop of Gulu Archdiocese, Raphael P’mony Wokorach, has described the homecoming of Lieutenant General (Rtd) Charles Otema Awany to his community after 47 years in military service as a blessing and a symbol of the peace that now prevails in northern Uganda. Speaking at a thanksgiving ceremony held at Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City […] The post Archbishop Wokorach Hails Lt Gen. Otema’s Homecoming As Symbol Of P

Watchdog Uganda · 31 Aug 2026

Tenants, corporate employees faulted for shunning National Cleaning Day

Gulu, Uganda | URN | Local leaders in Gulu City have criticised tenants and corporate employees for failing to participate in the National Cleaning Day exercise, despite living and working in areas grappling with poor sanitation. The leaders say some tenants believe cleaning their surroundings is the responsibility of landlords, while some corporate employees have similarly … The post Tenants, corporate employees fau

The Independent Uganda · 31 Aug 2026

Museveni hails Otema as torchbearer for peace in Northern Uganda

Gulu, Uganda | URN | Four decades of military service, sacrifice and leadership have come to an end for retired Lieutenant General Charles Otema Awany, with leaders in Northern Uganda calling on him to turn his experience to the task of rebuilding and transforming the Acholi community. President Yoweri Museveni described Gen Otema as one … The post Museveni hails Otema as torchbearer for peace in Northern Uganda appe

The Independent Uganda · 29 Aug 2026

DR. OPUL JOSEPH: New Syllabus, Old Mindset: Why Uganda Must Reform the Entire Education Ecosystem

Open letter to the leadership of MoES, Devt partners & Educationists Dear the leadership of MoES under the leadership of Hon. Janet Kainembabazi Museveni Kataaha, Minister of Education and Sports (MoES), Devt partners, Educationists, fellow Ugandans and global community, salaams from Gulu University, Quality Education Consultancy Ltd (QECL), OPUL Skilling Foundation Africa (OSFA), Rotary Clubs […] The post DR. OPUL J

Watchdog Uganda · 24 Aug 2026

Today in History: Museveni Names Peace Team to Negotiate With Kony

Speaking live from Gulu on Mega FM, Museveni named then First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Internal Affairs Eriya Kategaya to lead the delegation. The team also included then Lt Gen Salim Saleh, Prof Gilbert Bukenya, Francis Ayume, Betty Akech, and Acholi opposition MPs Norbert Mao and Reagan Okumu.

Nile Post · 23 Aug 2026