Joint Security Forces Call For Demobilization, Reintegration In Karamoja And Sebei Sub Regions

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The joint security and stakeholders called for continued disarmament, demobilisation of persons and forge further ways for possible reintegration while harnessing resources in Karamoja and Sebei Sub regions.   The stakeholders including members of the respective District Security Committees of South Karamoja, Sebei Sub-region, Bulambuli District and commanders made this call at the Inter-District Security…

Karamoja Leaders Unite Behind Lt Gen Elwelu’s Anti-Corruption Drive

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Key stakeholders from the political, security, and religious spheres in the Karamoja sub-region have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collective efforts to combat corruption and promote accountability, accelerating the transformative agenda.   This pledge was made yesterday at the launch of activities in the sub-region at Goli Army Club in Moroto Municipality, led by Lt…

UPDF Expands Footprint In Teso And Karamoja With New Brigade Headquarters

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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has acquired 204 acres of land in Kapelebyong, courtesy of the local community, to establish a new brigade headquarters.   This strategic move aims to bolster security, peace, and development in the Teso and Karamoja sub-regions.   Following months of community engagement and stakeholder meetings, the…

Karamoja Affairs State Minister, Leaders Call For Robust Patriotism Programs In Karamoja Sub-Region

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The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Nambozo Florence Wamala, has urged the implementation of robust patriotism programs, commencing from a tender age, across the Karamoja sub-region.   She made this call during the graduation ceremony of over 600 students who completed a two-week patriotism training at Kangole Primary Girls School playground in Napak district…

Minister Lokeris, Joint Security Committee Commit To Unity And Peaceful Coexistence Between Karamoja And Acholi Sub-Regions

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The Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Peter Lokeris, joint security commanders, and senior leaders from Karamoja and Acholi Sub-regions reaffirmed their commitment to ending criminality and promoting peace in the districts of North Karamoja and neighbouring Acholi Sub-regions, accelerating development.   The joint security meeting, convened at Kotido District Headquarters under the stewardship of Hon.…

Karamoja Ministers Pledge To Expedite Transformation Programmes In Karamoja Sub-Region

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The Ministers for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Lokeris Peter and Hon. Wamala Nambozo Florence (State Minister) have committed to accelerating programmes aimed at transforming the Karamoja Sub-region.   During their inaugural visit to the region today, the Ministers met with stakeholders in Kotido district to introduce themselves, engage in discussions, and address pressing issues.   “We…

Maj Gen Nabasa Urges Jie, Dodoth To Form A Peaceful Alliance To Curb Cattle Theft

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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces 3 Division Commander, Major General Don William Nabasa, has implored the Jie and Dodoth communities of Kotido and Kaabong districts, respectively, in North Karamoja, to explore the formation of a meaningful and peaceful alliance to combat cattle theft and reduce tension.   Maj Gen Nabasa made remarks yesterday (Saturday, 6…

Karamoja, Sebei And West Pokot Leaders Express Commitment To Peacebuilding And Co-Existence

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Leaders from Karamoja, Sebei (Republic of Uganda) and West Pokot (Republic of Kenya) have expressed commitment towards peacebuilding and co-existence following the signing of a joint communique on mediation and consultations between the Pokot of West Pokot County (Kenya), Pokot of Amudat, the Sabiny, the Pian of Nakapiripirit and Nabilatuk districts.   This follows a…