Lango Times

  Amolatar District – Speaking at the send-off ceremony of Mzee Tile Enac today, Dr. Agnes Atim Apea, the Woman Member of Parliament for Amolatar District, called on the community to prioritize education and adopt modern farming methods to ensure sustainable development. Dr. Apea highlighted the transformative power of education in breaking cycles of poverty and urged parents to invest in their children's future by sending them to school. She emphasized that education equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to build a prosperous society. On modern farming, Dr. Apea encouraged the community to shift from traditional practices to more innovative methods, such as improved crop varieties, mechanization, and climate-smart techniques. She stated that adopting modern farming would enhance agricultural productivity, improve household incomes, and ensure food security. "Education and modern farming are the twin pillars of development. With knowledge and innovation, w...

  Lira, Uganda – January 6, 2025 Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero, the Lira City Woman MP and Minister of Health, visited Ngetta Catholic Parish on January 5, 2025, praising the community for their unity, faith, and dedication to development. After attending mass at the Holy Martyrs’ Cathedral, Dr. Aceng engaged with catechists, religious leaders, and parishioners, pledging her continued support for the parish. She expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support during the 2021 general elections, where she triumphed with 35,054 votes. The Minister appealed for renewed support in the upcoming 2026 elections, promising further development initiatives for Lira City. Dr. Aceng donated UGX 500,000 to the clergy and UGX 3 million to the Women Guild of Ngetta Parish, who reaffirmed their backing for her leadership. In return, she was gifted goats and tokens of appreciation by the catechists. The Minister advised farmers to adopt President Museveni’s four-hectare model for increased productivity...