Lira District

Police in Lira City West Division have arrested 11 people in an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected criminals linked to a series of offences in the area. The operation was conducted…

Government schools in Lira City have recorded low learner attendance on the second day of the third term, with some schools reporting enrolment levels below 50 per cent, while private…

Lira Central Park LC1 chairperson Eyen Moses has expressed concern over the release of suspects arrested over alleged criminal activities in the area, saying the practice undermines efforts by local…

For most politicians, a parliamentary election that is still five years away may seem too distant to worry about. But for Desmond Philips Otema, the 2031 general election is already…

Leaders in Lira City have called for stronger cooperation between men and women, greater support for vulnerable children and responsible decision-making among young people as they paid tribute to Amito…

Man killed by brother in Lira over Shs150,000 debt Daily Monitor

Beb Wine Company Ltd has won the 2026 People’s Choice Award for the best alcoholic fermented beverage brand in Uganda, marking the third consecutive year the Lira-based manufacturer has received…

Families in Lira City have been urged to put their property and succession affairs in order while they are still alive to avoid disputes that could tear apart households after…

Write your Will to save your family future disputes, Lira residents told Daily Monitor

A four-day mega evangelistic crusade is set to bring together christians, pastors, and residents in Lira City, with organisers promising a message of hope, spiritual transformation, healing, and deliverance through…

Drought-hit Lira farmers turn to 7-acre solar irrigation scheme for survival Daily Monitor

By Daniel Ocan Long-held perception that Northern Uganda is still lagging behind in education has been challenged after two schools from Lira City shone at a national debate championship in…

Lira, Uganda | ‎The Paramount Chief of Lango, Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune, has called on his subjects to revive traditional rainmaking rituals. ‎He urged the community to sing…

Lira, Uganda | As the academic year draws to a close, the NRM Chairperson for Lira City West Division, Hon. Tony Olipa, has encouraged learners to place a high value…

Gen. Damulira Warns PDM Thieves: Surrender to Police Before We Come for You ChimpReports

Police have arrested more than 300 suspects in a nationwide crackdown on alleged theft, extortion and other forms of abuse of funds meant for beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model.

Lira, Uganda | URN | Lira City Council is considering designating Fridays for business owners to clean their premises ahead of the National Cleaning Day observed every last Saturday of the month. The proposal follows concerns that many business owners keep their premises locked during the official cleaning hours, preventing them from participating in the exercise. … The post Lira City moves to have business owners cl

Lira, Uganda | A fresh dispute has emerged within the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) over the party’s decision to discipline senior members who supported President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in the…

Lira, Uganda | Lango Sub-region leaders have been challenged to use the forthcoming regional health assembly to confront disparities in health-sector performance, strengthen accountability, and improve the referral system for…

Lira, Uganda | Secondary school headteachers have been urged to strengthen supervision of teaching and learning, with the Ministry of Education and Sports warning that schools cannot expect good academic…

Two arrested over making toxic cheap liquor in Lira Daily Monitor

Lira Regional Referral Hospital has warned newly inducted medical interns against extorting money from patients and their caregivers, urging them to uphold professionalism, integrity and accountability throughout their training. The…

Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s court on Tuesday remanded 10 youths to Luzira prison after they were arrested during a protest against the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project. The accused are Lucky Nyamadri, 20, a painter; Shakirah Kasoga, 24, a salon worker; Isaac Akampulira, 26, a casual worker; Daniel Mugabe, 23, a builder; Ivan […] The post Ten remanded to Luzira over anti-EACOP protest appeared first

Residents and local leaders in Starch Factory Ward and neighbouring areas in Lira City have given National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) a two-week ultimatum to address a persistent foul…