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Celebrating 40 Years of Bwongyera Girls School: Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja Leads Fundraising Efforts

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo, Uganda

April 3, 2024

Bwongyera Girls School in Ntungamo District on commemorated four decades of empowering young women through education with a vibrant fundraising gala on Tuesday. The event, held to raise funds for the construction of a multipurpose hall and a girls' dormitory, drew dignitaries and supporters from across Uganda, showcasing a unified commitment to advancing girls' education.

Local Leaders Rally for Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign in Ntungamo District

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo

Local leaders in Ntungamo District have stepped up to champion the mobilization for yellow fever vaccination.

Addressing a district coordination meeting held at the council hall, Ntungamo Resident District Commissioner Godfrey Mucunguzi emphasized the pivotal role of grassroots leaders in reaching communities.

Highlighting the unique bond between local leaders and their constituents, Mucunguzi underscored the importance of leveraging this connection to promote yellow fever vaccination.

Local Governments Urged to Prioritize Child Eye Health

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo

Local governments across the country are being urged to prioritize child eye care to ensure a healthier population. This call comes from Alex Wesomoka, Assistant Commissioner in charge of hospitals and local health units, and the national eye coordinator. Speaking at the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Ntungamo district and Light for the World, Wesomoka emphasized the need for concerted efforts to address child eye health.

NUDIPU rallies local governments to prioritize budgeting for PWDS.

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo

 

The National Union for Persons with Disability has urged local governments across the country to prioritize budget allocations for individuals with disabilities, aiming to enhance inclusivity and equality.

Lydia Kabusinge, the program officer for the National Union for Persons with Disability—Uganda, delivered this message during the conclusion of a five-day training workshop for leaders in Ntungamo district.

Locals Tipped on Utilizing Government Health Facilities.

 

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo

Ugandans have been urged to always utilize government health facilities in a bid to improve service delivery and fight diseases.

The call was on Monday made by Ntungamo district secretary for health Bibiana Kakinoni while speaking at a monitoring meeting for the twin staff house at Kaina health center III.

Kakinoni revealed that locals have on several occasssions failed to seek medical care and instead remained in their homes yet the government has put in place facilities to enable them get access to medical care.

Ntungamo gets three motorcycles for extension workers.

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo 

Ntungamo district on Tuesday handed over three brand new motorcycles to the extension workers in a bid to improve agricultural extension services and production.

While handing over the heavy-duty motorcycles under the UG BOSS brand at the district headquarters, Ntungamo resident district commissioner Geoffrey Mucunguzi called on the extension workers to put the motorcycles to good use by reaching out to the farmers and helping them produce more.

Ntungamo District Launches an Ambitious Wetland Restoration Project

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo

In a groundbreaking initiative to combat the adverse effects of climate change and safeguard the environment, Ntungamo District has embarked on a comprehensive wetland restoration project.

The endeavor, supported by the Green Climate Fund, aims to sensitize locals and stakeholders, ensuring the protection of existing wetlands and the restoration of those that have been depleted.

Ntungamo RDC Advocates for Increased HIV Awareness

By Anthony Kushaba

In a bid to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic, Geoffrey Muchunguzi, the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Ntungamo, is urging heightened awareness and sensitization efforts. Muchunguzi emphasized the necessity of amplifying educational initiatives during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting at Ntungamo Resort. The event held on Tuesday, organized by the International Community of Women Living with HIV (ICWEA) and the Ntungamo District Local Government, aimed to address the ongoing challenges posed by the HIV/AIDS scourge.

Ntungamo District Chairperson Champions Councilors in Educational Mobilization Drive

By Anthony Kusha

Ntungamo District Chairperson, Sam Muchunguzi, has urged councilors in the district to actively engage in mobilizing local communities to prioritize education and enhance service delivery. Speaking at the announcement of the joint primary seven examination results in the district council hall on Monday, Muchunguzi emphasized the crucial role of councilors in encouraging parents to support their children’s education. He emphasized the need for parents to contribute by providing scholastic materials and creating a conducive learning environment.

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