Tag Archives: RWAMPARA

By Amos Tayebwa — Mbarara Rwampara District, long notorious for violent elections, is once again in the spotlight as political rivals MP Julius Tusiime Karuhanga and former legislator Charles Ngabirano prepare to face off for the Rwampara East parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2026 general elections. The two candidates, who were both nominated last week, traded accusations and warnings over …

By Kayiira Jackson  The Uganda Badminton Federation (UBF) has concluded a two-day Shuttle Time workshop aimed at promoting the sport at the grassroots level in Rwampara District. The training, held at Kinoni Girls Secondary School from October 25–26, 2025, attracted 26 sports teachers from various schools across the district. The workshop was part of UBF’s ongoing efforts to expand badminton …

Last updated Oct 27, 2025 By Kayiira Jackson  The Uganda Badminton Association (UBA) has concluded a two-day Shuttle Time workshop aimed at promoting the sport at the grassroots level in Rwampara District. The training, held at Kinoni Girls Secondary School from October 25–26, 2025, attracted 26 sports teachers from various schools across the district. The workshop was part of …

By Amos Tayebwa – Mbarara At last, the long-running political tension that has divided Rwampara District has cooled down after LC5 Chairman Richard Owomugasho and outgoing Speaker Jotham Mwesigwa publicly buried the hatchet. The reconciliation was witnessed during the official hand-over ceremony for Mwesigwa, who resigned his seat as District Speaker and Mwizi Sub-county Councillor to take up a new …