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Police Net Key Suspects in Brutal Murder of Kokunda Patricia

By Our Reporter   Soroti City residents are reeling after the brutal killing of Kokunda Patricia a mobile money agent, who was fatally shot during an armed robbery early last Friday. &nb

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Teso in Tears as Fallen Teso Province Fan’s Body Arrives for His Last Rest

By Nathan Eyagu   SOROTI - heavy cloud of grief has engulfed the Teso sub-region as the body of Elotu John Raymond, a devoted Teso Province football fan, finally arrived in Soroti City, mar

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Shocking Details Emerge: Soroti Mobile Money Agent Fought Back Against Robbers, Boyfriend Arrested

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti City– Shocking details have emerged surrounding the brutal shooting of Kokunda Patricia, a 32-year-old businesswoman and mobile money agent, who was fatally s

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Soroti Police Nab Two Suspects in Mobile Money Operator Shooting

By Nathan Eyagu      Soroti – Soroti Police have made a breakthrough in the case of the mobile money operator who was shot earlier this week, arresting two suspects b

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Mobile Money Operator Shot in Soroti, Later Dies Despite Medical Efforts

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti – Soroti City is reeling after a mobile money operator, Kokunda Patricia, 32, was shot during an armed robbery in the early hours of Thursday morning and late

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Dr Hilary Okello to Headline Easter Show Uniting Landlords, Tenants, and Ex-Lovers in Soroti

By Nathan Eyagu     Soroti City is preparing for what could easily be described as the most unexpectedly peaceful gathering of the year, as Dr Hilary Okello headlines a special Ea

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Soroti Set to Explode This Easter as Da Chillaz Marks 3 Years in Style

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City is bracing for an electrifying Easter weekend as Da Chillaz Lounge prepares to celebrate its third anniversary with a high-energy event promising music,

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Soroti Leaders Warned Against Fraudsters Promising Political Connections

By James Alomu   Newly elected politicians in Soroti City have been urged to remain vigilant against fraudsters posing as influential intermediaries offering access to high ranking governme

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Gen. Odongo Jeje Abubakhar Set to Lead Ateker Entrepreneurs Symposium 2026

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City is once again stepping into the spotlight as a hub of innovation and opportunity, with Odongo Jeje Abubakhar set to headline the Ateker Young Entrepreneu

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Fans Left Guessing as Popular Soroti Lounge Teases Change

By Our Reporter    Soroti’s nightlife scene is buzzing with speculation as one of the town’s most popular lounges hints at an upcoming change. Fans and regular patrons have

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Echodu Engages Soroti Boda Boda Riders, Pledges Affordable Loans and Sector Reforms

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice National Chairman for the Eastern Region and NRM parliamentary flag bearer for Soroti City West, Davi

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Echodu, Latif Position NRM as Vehicle for Soroti’s Economic Revival

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders David Calvin Echodu and Abdul Latif have positioned the ruling party as the key driver of Soroti City&

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Echodu Cracks Whip on Disunity, Warns NRM Flag Bearers Against Supporting Independents

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region, David Calvin Echodu, has issued a strong warning to party flag be

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Triple A City Stars School Celebrates Second Graduation with Emphasis on Child Protection

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City – In a heartfelt ceremony held on Thursday, Triple A City Stars Nursery and Primary School celebrated its second graduation, emphasizing the crucia

Health

AIDS Information Centre Uganda Dispels Misinformation as Soroti City’s True HIV Rate Confirmed

By James Alomu   AIDS Information centre Uganda has moved to correct misinformation surrounding HIV prevalence in Soroti City, following the circulation of inaccurate statistics in a recent

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Housing Finance Bank Opens Soroti Branch, Supports Community with Tree Drive

By James Alomu   Housing Finance Bank has expanded its footprint in Eastern Uganda with the official opening of its new branch in Soroti, furthering the institution’s commitment to fi

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Survival at a Price: The Harsh Reality of Soroti Schoolgirls Selling Themselves for 1,000 UGX

By Our Reporter    SOROTI CITY — In a heartbreaking display of resilience amid adversity, schoolgirls in Soroti are increasingly turning to the sex trade, selling themselves for

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Jeressar High School Partners With COSMESS Uganda to Launch Skills Training Program

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — Jeressar High School has announced a strategic partnership with COSMESS Uganda, a capacity-building organization focused on Small and Medium Ente

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Cloud 9 Arena to Host Spectacular 10-Year Anniversary for DJ Big Swazz

By Nathan Eyagu    SOROTI CITY - The entertainment spotlight is set to shine brightly on Soroti as Cloud 9 Arena prepares to host a spectacular 10-year anniversary celebration for one

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Soroti Residents Urged to Back FDC in Fight Against Land Grabs and Poor Governance

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City - Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) candidates in Soroti City have rallied residents to unite behind the party’s call for change, urging them

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Deputy RCC Claire Ayipo Calls for Collective Action to Safeguard Soroti’s Government Land

By James Alomu The Deputy Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Soroti City East, Claire Ayipo, has called for concerted efforts from local leaders and residents to protect government land from encr

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Opposition Unity Tested as Alobo and Attan Revive Campaign Momentum in Aloet Ward

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti City - Opposition politics in Soroti City East gained fresh momentum on Wednesday as Hon. Joan Acom Alobo, the Soroti City Woman MP, and Hon. Attan Moses Okia, form

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Campaign Trail Begins: Rodney Mukula Launches MP Bid in Soroti City East

By Our Reporter   Soroti City — A wave of enthusiasm swept through Aloet Central B as thousands of residents turned up to witness the official launch of Rodney Ako

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Museveni Accuses NRM Independents of “Political Betrayal”

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has criticized National Resistance Movement (NRM) members who choose to contest as independent candidates after

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Museveni to Ugandans: Let’s Build Wealth, Not Division

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged Ugandans to focus on wealth creation and national unity rather than engaging in divisive politics. Spe

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John Jr. Ekutelek Endorses Rodney Mukula for Soroti City East MP Seat

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti City — The political landscape of Soroti City East continues to evolve as youthful leader John Junior Ekutelek, a serving Soroti City Youth Councilor and

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'' I’m Not My Father’s Project '' — Rodney Mukula Speaks Out on His Soroti City East Political Journey

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — Political aspirant Rody Akongel Mukula, who is contesting for the Member of Parliament seat for Soroti City East Division in

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Mukula Calls for Unity and Fair Leadership as He Eyes Soroti City East MP Seat

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — Rody Akongel Mukula, a prominent media owner has officially declared his intention to contest as Member of Parliament for Soroti City East Divisi

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Teso Journalists Commit to Collective Growth and Security Ahead of Elections

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — Members of the Teso Journalists for Community Empowerment (TEJFOCE) have reaffirmed their commitment to unity, professional growth, and personal

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Soroti City NRM Aspirants Pledge Inclusive Development After Consultative Meeting with LC Leaders

By Nathan Eyagu   SOROTI - National Resistance Movement (NRM) aspirants in Soroti City East have pledged to champion inclusive development and stronger collaboration with grassroots leade

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NRM Youth Mobilize in Soroti City to Dismantle Opposition Stronghold and Rally for President Museveni

By James Alomu    A powerful movement has emerged in Soroti City, with a growing number of National Resistance Movement (NRM) youth leaders rallying to shift the region’s politic

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Bishop Eciru’s Blessing Reinforces Jeressar High School’s Commitment to Holistic Education

By Nathan Eyagu    Soroti City — Jeressar High School has reaffirmed its dedication to holistic education following a special pastoral visit and blessing from the Bishop of Sorot

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Soroti City Commissioner Cautions Youth of Moruapersur Amidst Election Campaign Period

By James Alomu The Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Soroti, John Michael Okurut, has issued a stern warning to the youth of Moruapersur, urging them to cease actions that could disrupt the peac

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Soroti City Health Centre’s New Maternity Ward Faces Challenge of Grappling with Two Midwives

By James Alomu   The newly commissioned maternity ward at Moruapersure Health Centre III in Soroti City East Division, constructed at a cost of over 100 million shillings, is poise

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John Emmanuel Opio Pledges Transformative Education Initiatives for Soroti City

By James Alomu  John Emmanuel Opio, the independent candidate for Soroti City Mayor, has made a strong commitment to improving the city's education sector. Speaking to students at Soroti S

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“Spirit of Kololo” Absent as Soroti City Delivers Flawless NRM Youth Elections

By James Alomu    In a sharp contrast to the chaotic scenes witnessed at Kololo Grounds last month, Soroti City has delivered a peaceful and well-organized National Resistance Movement

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NUP's Okoit Nomination Signals Fresh Energy in Soroti City Politics

By Our Reporter    Soroti City is set to witness a new chapter in leadership as Okoit George William secures his official nomination as City Councilor representing Soroti  West Di

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Victory for MP Alobo: Soroti Court Dismisses Arson and Incitement Charges

By Nathan Eyagu    SOROTI - Soroti City Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Joan Alobo Acom, has been acquitted of all charges in a case that had attracted significant political attention

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No Decision Yet on Primaries, FDC Assesses 2026 Aspirants in Soroti

By James Alomu     Amid growing speculation that the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) may forgo party primaries in Teso sub-region in favor of endorsing incumbents, the party&#

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Jeressar High School Leadership Handover Emphasizes Mindset and Dedicated Service

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti City — Jeressar High School hosted a formal student leadership handover ceremony yesterday, Sunday, 27th July 2025. The event marked the transition of

Friends at Heart Donates Food Relief to St. Francis Primary School for the Blind in Soroti City

By Nathan Eyagu   Soroti City — Friends at Heart, a non-profit organization based in Soroti City, has generously donated essential food supplies, including posho and beans, to St

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Enemies No More: What Finally Forced Headteachers Okiria and Okeriau to Make Peace?

By Teso vibez reporter    After years of simmering tensions, open disagreements, and a fractured leadership landscape in Teso’s secondary education system, two of the region&rsqu

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MP Aspirant Simon Okello Pledges Transformative Leadership for Soroti City East

By James Alomu   Simon Okello, a prominent parliamentary aspirant for Soroti City East, has unveiled his bold agenda for transforming the region, promising to bring real change through gras

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Inachu Targets Opposition’s Stronghold, Vows to Bring Better Leadership to Soroti City

  By James Alomu   Sarah Inachu, the flag bearer for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the upcoming race for Soroti City Woman Member of Parliament (MP), has made a bold pro

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Juliet Agonyo Crushes Withdrawal Rumors, Gears Up to Dismantle Alobo in FDC Primaries

By James Alomu   Soroti City – Juliet Agonyo, the current Speaker of Soroti City Council and a respected senior figure within the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has firmly quashed

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Akena Dismisses Allegations of NRM Ties, Reaffirms UPC Independence

By Our Reporter   SOROTI CITY — Uganda People's Congress (UPC) Party President and 2026 presidential aspirant Jimmy Akena Obote has firmly denied allegations of collaborating with

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Amulo Dismisses Rumors, Declares NRM Stronger Than Ever Ahead of 2026 Soroti City Race

By James Alomu      SOROTI CITY - Amulo Emilly Sheila, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) aspirant for the Soroti City Woman Member of Parliament seat, has firmly dismissed

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NUP Launches Stronger Comeback in Teso with Over 400 Nominations

By Our Reporter    SOROTI - The National Unity Platform (NUP) has significantly expanded its political footprint in the Teso sub-region ahead of the 2026 general elections, doubling it

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Peter Pex Paak Bids Farewell to Soroti City as He Eyes Dodoth East Parliamentary Seat

By James Alomu Soroti City has officially bid farewell to its Resident City Commissioner (RCC), Mr. Peter Pex Paak, who has stepped down from his position to pursue elective politics. Paak is s

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