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Ntungamo Water Sector Adopts Digital Data Collection to Enhance Service Delivery

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo District has launched a digital data collection system aimed at improving water service delivery and ensuring the efficient management of water sources.

As part of the initiative, 28 tablets have been distributed to lower local governments to facilitate real-time data collection on the status of water sources. The move is expected to enhance planning, monitoring, and timely intervention in addressing water-related challenges.

 PWDs and Elderly Urged to Lead the Fight Against Poverty in Ntungamo

By Anthony Kushaba

Persons with disabilities (PWDs) and the elderly in Ntungamo District have been urged to take a leading role in fighting poverty to enhance their livelihoods and achieve self-sufficiency.

The call was  on Tuesday made by Amiidu Rukundo, the Chairperson for Persons with Disabilities, during the handover of special grants at the Ntungamo District headquarters. The grants, aimed at empowering these vulnerable groups, will provide financial support for small business ventures and family sustenance.

Kyabukuju Twimukye Sacco Awards Best PLE Performers from Members' Families

By Amon Muhumuza

Kyabukuju Twimukye Sacco has recognized and rewarded the best-performing pupils in the 2023 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) from its members' families.

During a ceremony held at Rubaare All Saints Church in Ntungamo, the Sacco awarded outstanding pupils with metallic suitcases, books, pens, bedsheets, and sizable mattresses.

Mitooma Primary School Defies Odds to Excel Amidst Infrastructure Challenges

 By Anthony Kushaba

Mitooma Primary School, located in Kyabakonjo Parish, Ruhaama East Sub- County, continues to shine academically despite struggling with inadequate facilities and staffing constraints. As one of the many schools under Uganda’s Universal Primary Education (UPE) program, Mitooma has defied the odds to maintain a commendable performance record over the years.

Ruhaama SS Receives UGX 1.9 billion Infrastructure Boost

 
By Anthony Kushaba

NTUNGAMO, UGANDA – Ruhaama Secondary School in Ntungamo District has received new infrastructure worth UGX 1.9 billion, aimed at improving learning conditions and addressing space constraints.

The newly commissioned facilities include a computer laboratory complex, a multipurpose hall, six fully furnished classrooms, and two lined toilets with five stances each.

Ntungamo Chairperson Urges Locals to Champion Disease Prevention

By Anthony Kushaba

Ntungamo District Chairperson Samuel Muchunguzi Rwakigooba has urged residents to actively support government efforts in promoting disease prevention and public health.

Speaking on Wednesday at the launch of construction works for a five-stance lined latrine at Rujumo Trading Centre in Kagarama Town Council, valued at 27 million shillings, Muchunguzi emphasized the importance of sanitation in preventing hygiene-related diseases. He noted that a healthy population is key to productivity and development.

Ntungamo Authorities Suspend Construction at Kyaruhuga Primary School Over Shoddy Work

By Our Reporter

Authorities in Ntungamo District have halted construction works at Kyaruhuga Primary School in Nyamunuka Town Council over concerns about the quality of work.

On Wednesday, a team of district leaders, including District Chairperson Sam Muchunguzi and Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Rosemary Atuhaire, inspected the site and expressed dissatisfaction with the construction of a two-classroom block valued at 120 million shillings. Citing substandard work, they ordered an immediate suspension of the project until further notice.

Ntungamo Health Workers Urged to Stay Vigilant after suspected outbreak of anthrax

 

By Anthony Kushaba

Health officials in Ntungamo District have been urged to be vigilant after a suspected outbreak of anthrax in the sub-counties of Nyabushenyi and Nyabihoko, raising concerns about public health and safety.

Speaking during a meeting for health facility in-charges held at the district council hall, key district leaders emphasized the need for heightened vigilance and collective action to combat the threat.

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