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In regard to ensure agro mechanised agriculture, boosting food and income security as well as unlocking 2040 middle income status; Mbale district continues to empower farmers through government programs to thrive at household level. The selected farmers from the 14 sub counties and 3 town councils received a demonstration training courtesy of MAAIF under the coffee department today. The demonstration took place at the district works department before the handover ceremony. 10 Rice motorised thresher machines and 732 bags of  Fertiplus fertilizer from Agriculture Value Chain Project (AVCP) were issued to selected farmers across the entire district. An appeal to farmers from Mutuwa Regina Mabonga representing CAO was a call to desist from selling the fertilizer and other equipment but focus on modern farming so that poverty is reduced at family levels. The district chairperson, Mafabi Muhammad in his remarks affirmed to farmers that the extens...

The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has begun preparations to recruit 100,000 Special Police Constables (SPCs) to be deployed at polling stations nationwide in the general elections to be held in January next year. The recruitment drive, announced by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Abas Byakagaba, has already commenced with the identification and training of police personnel who will oversee the recruitment exercise across the country. According to IGP Byakagaba, all polling station personnel will be recruited and deployed in their areas of residence to ensure orderliness inside polling stations on voting days. Justice Simon Byabakama, the head of the Electoral Commission, notes that Uganda currently has 34,344 polling stations. Diana Nandawula, the Deputy Police Spokesperson, said once the process to identify the police officers who will conduct the recruitment exercise and the recruitment centres is done, the announcement inviting the interested applicants will be made. https...

Mbale District Local Government with exceeding honor and profoundness! Congratulates Sr. Kisoro Stella Abigail former ADHO MCH upon yet another milestone on this extraordinary occasion in her life, counting 7 (seven) years of service with us as a family! Your stay has ably transformed  the department on ethical and life long aspirations.  As you start this new journey with your new office as Deputy Registrar, Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council, we want to wish all the best to you and your growing family. This period will be filled with joy, love and precious moments. We shall miss you at the office and all the wonderful energy you bring to the team. Your contributions are invaluable and your absence will be felt. However, we hope you spend this time loving your new step and putting up vigor! We were never with you, you came by, it's another smile away from us with purpose and elevation." Congratulations Sr. Kisoro Stella Abigail  https://newsspotlight23.blogsp...

To our night prayer goes out to all of God's army! May God continue to bless and protect our brothers and sisters in the UPDF/SFC, granting them good health. Not many Ugandans recognized this remarkable UPDF officer during the 63rd Independence Day celebrations. Comrade Ejiku Vincent is truly a hero. Longlive @MODVA_UPDF Longlive Mzee H.E @KagutaMuseveni Longlive  General CDF @mkainerugaba God bless Uganda.

Politics, church, education and find about the three elements and their operations on our continent. Why are churches increasing with the crime rate and moral degeneration?  Recently they added another element of Art and culture (African pride) the sub element of Education And Religion.  Akon has influenced Forex scam on African generation and now it's his turn to feel the effects of being used, P Diddy influenced sodomy times he's already feeling the effect , to mention but a few and Many and many will come out sooner... African footballers like Ashraf Hakimi, Party etc have tested the time and many fell victims,many disappear mysteriously their rise to fame is always Quicker, many who have not been wise enough to prepare for the test of time, have been faced a drastic downfall . A white man has not yet loved an African, whatever he does for Africa in a good flame, is always calculated indirectly... A famous person has a spiritual attachment to his followers/peopl...

Parents of Mulatsi Senior Secondary school encompassing from within and across bugisu region assembled to underscore the progress and discuss matters arising to reflect on current enrollment and performances adjacent to consolidated efforts by the school's management. On the 4 acreage, the school compliments it with modern infrastructure and a scenic environment, a home of hard work that always pays. Mulatsi Senior Secondary School has progressively measured in the improvement of students over time, encompassing academic achievements, skill mastery, and personal growth. It's journey beams in as a Church of Uganda founded school located in Bukiende Subcounty, approximately 10 kilometers from Mbale City on the Mbale-Lwakhakha Highway. The school started in 1985 with 28 pioneer students who excelled as police officers, teachers and medics. The history of the school begins with the founding body lead by the late Patrick Masette Kuuya (RIP) duri...

  The candidates who come through for circumcision camp at Mutoto Cultural Site which is about 1.5 miles from Mbale Town. The elders check the candidates for the rituals to see whether they are Bagisu. In the middle of the crowd, the boys brave the sword of the cultural surgeon to become men.   The untold walk into the swamp among the Bamasaba cultural insights, on the third day of the knife, boys are escorted to the swamp known as "Mwitoosi" to receive the spiritual incarnations led by the anointed cultural leader on behalf of the circular families of the Bamasaba people. The portion is surveyed and cleared on inspiration to meet the "Hatching Bird and its master", the hatching bird receives the boys with sounds of origin inviting the master to confirm the aspiration to the boys.   The cultural leader sprays out yeast onto the master as it unfolds at the swamp!, it's from this spot of spiritual origin that defin...

People in the lower belt of Elgon more so the sub-counties where our Arabic coffee is not favored to grow(especially Inda Ya Wanale) I would encourage that let us go into cocoa growing. This crop we support our households in income generating to better the lives of our homes and families  This is such a fascinating agriculture to deal with. Otherwise, our brothers and sisters in a more cool environment in upper Elgon ( Inda Ya Mwambu and Mubuya) are growing rich, educating their children, carrying out businesses, building hotels and schools.  As a Bugisu, I call on people willing, to visit the Commissioner's farm in Mayuge and learn the farming prospect so that we adopt the new rich cash crop in the region. Schools and other institutions please visit and benchmark.  #FarmingProspects #ElgonRegionFarmers #SchoolsAndInstitutions Https://newsspotlight23.blogspot.com

The directorate of ethics and integrity in zero tolerance  to corruption policies and objectives of the national anti corruption strategy organised an induction meeting underlying how to work with transparency in all government sectors Stakeholders of government agencies including the chief magistrate, security personnel, technical staff at district level concluded a two day workshop on strengthening and advancing governance and accountability. The Resident District Commissioner, Bayole Stephen during his remarks, courtailed on building better ethics, professionalism in today's work for good governance. In his esteemed narrative, the resident commissioner emphasised on consistency by the implementing partners for proper governance during this process. "As we strengthen the governance and civil society in Uganda, we must set priorities to end corruption and create trust in the public domain". He said. The district chairperson in his ending remarks thanked ...

  Champions of Healthcare Transparency in Uganda. By Bagarukayo Abdu NRM cadre  As the government continues to strive for improved healthcare services, Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) have a critical role to play in ensuring transparency and accountability in the healthcare sector. One of the pressing issues affecting healthcare delivery is the mismanagement of essential medicines, leading to stockouts and referrals to private clinics where government medicines are often diverted and sold. This unethical practice not only undermines the healthcare system but also puts the lives of patients at risk.The consequences of drug theft and mismanagement are far-reaching. Patients are forced to seek treatment from private clinics, where they are often sold the same medicines that are supposed to be available at public healthcare facilities. This not only increases the financial burden on patients but also erodes trust in the healthcare system.To address this challeng...

Mbale District Assistant RDC Bwire James survived a nasty accident today in Mbale City.  Eye witnesses claim the Kakise bus Reg. No UBB 226 H lost control crashing into Mbale General Clinic Build and bumping into RDC Bwire's Car.  It's also reported that a number of motorcycles were damaged plus the part of the building of Mbale General Clinic. Https://newsspotlight23.blogspot.com

*The person who has been extorting money from the community members promising to give them pdm funds is arrested by police. And right now is in Namisindwa university of understanding. This person is in the name of Mr. Isaac tsebeni the Agriculture officer of Bumityero sub county i warned him long ago to stop that act but he ignored my prayer he has been collecting 200,000/ to 250000/ from 8 people taking pictures of their IDs*  *My humble appeal goes to all civil servants please don't risk your job. 

"Bungokho Secondary School shines bright at fundraising event.  Today Bungokho ss hosted a resounding fundraising event to complete their Administration block construction. Former minister Hon. Kafabusa Werikhe Michael championed the collection of the funds from different individuals. The RDC mbale district Mr. Bayole Stanley graced the event and contributed 20bags of cement.The school headteacher, Sister Nelima Rose, expressed heartfelt gratitude to parents for their generosity. Chairman Bungokho Subcounty Mafabi Chris Omir showed strong support with a substantial financial contribution. Many aspirants joined in, demonstrating a shared commitment to education. Kudos to the Bungokho SS community for rallying together.A significant amount of funds and materials were raised, bringing the school closer to bigger heights. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without the collective effort and dedication of the school community. Https://newsspotlight23.blogspot.c...

As Uganda approaches the 2026 general elections, the Busoga sub-region finds itself at a critical juncture. Longstanding government pledges remain unfulfilled, and poverty continues to grip communities—issues that could significantly influence voter sentiment and reshape the political landscape, particularly for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). A Legacy of Unkept Promises Busoga’s frustration with unfulfilled presidential pledges is palpable. From road infrastructure to energy and health services, many commitments made by President Museveni and the NRM government have stagnated for decades. A 2019 report by Parliament’s Committee on Government Assurances listed 92 promises under review—65 in the Works and Transport sector, 27 in Health, and several others in Energy. Busoga bore the brunt of neglect, with 12 broken promises in electricity, 11 in roads, and 8 in health. Locals in Buyende, Kamuli, and Kaliro districts have voiced their discontent over the failure to tarmac k...

Two Manafwa Top Civil Servants Convicted Over Shs1.6 Billion Fraud The Mbale Court has convicted two senior Manafwa District officials, Principal Human Resource Officer  (PHRO) Betty Namono and Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Michael Bichacha, over a Shs1.6 billion fraud case involving Duckhill Microfinance Limited in Mbale. Court documents reveal that the two accused obtained the money through false pretences, using forged contracts, documents, and security instruments, including land titles, to secure loans. The officials are also accused of using government funds to partially repay the loans, which were later recalled, leaving the borrowed amounts unpaid. Authorities further allege that Namono and Bichacha exploited their positions to access credit far beyond their capacity to repay. Both officials were previously interdicted for alleged collusion, though their interdiction was later lifted before the conclusion of the case. Sources from Duckhill Microfinance infor...

Police human rights boss AIGP Charles Kataratambi dead The Uganda Police Force has confirmed the death of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Charles Kataratambi, the Director of Human Rights and Legal Services. Kataratambi, who previously headed the Special Investigations Division (SID), passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, after battling diabetes and related complications. DETAILS: https://newsspotlight23.blogspot.com

To all the Honorable Leaders of Mbale City and the concerned residents. Attention: Three critical issues that require immediate attention to enhance the safety, accessibility, and overall infrastructure of our beloved city . 1. Functional Traffic Lights The traffic lights in our city have been non-functional for far too long, causing unnecessary congestion and risks to road users. I urge you to prioritize their repair and maintenance to ease traffic flow and prevent accidents. 2. Repainting of Zebra Crossings. The zebra crossings, particularly at locations with traffic lights, have faded significantly, posing a serious risk to pedestrians, especially school children who frequently use these roads. I request that these crossings be repainted to ensure the safety of all road users. 3. Water Blockage at Mbale Clocktower. The water blockage at the Mbale clocktower area is a recurring issue that needs urgent attention. I kindly request that the necessary measures be ...

The Assistant Agriculture Officer for Bumityelo Sub County in Namisindwa district Isaac Sebeni was on Tuesday held on allegations of extortion in the implementation of the government’s parish development (PDM) programme.* His arrest followed a meeting convened by the Namisindwa Assistant Resident District Commissioner (ARDC) Bosco Nabbonge at Bumityelo Sub County where PDM beneficiaries accused Isaac Sebeni of extorting more than one million shillings from them. The arrest follows a meeting which was held by Bosco Nabongo the assistant resident district commissioner of Namisindwa yesterday at Bumityelo Sub County with hundreds of PDM beneficiaries. The beneficiaries claimed that despite paying money ranging from 200,000 to 300,000 shillings in August this year, they are yet to receive the PDM funds. https// newsspotlight23.blogspot.com

Police in Mbale City have impounded eleven jerrycans of aviation fuel* . Samuel Asiimwe, the Elgon Region Police Commander says that an operation aimed at curbing illegal trading of aviation fuel in Mbale City led to the successful impounding of the eleven jerry cans of aviation fuel. Assiimwe says that despite the impounding of the aviation fuel, no arrests have been made. Aviation fuel is reportedly sold between 30,000 to 50,000 shillings on the black market. The impounded aviation fuel is being kept at Mbale Central Police Station. https// newsspotlight23.blogspot.com