Odongo Milton has taken over as the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Napak, Uganda, emphasizing a collaborative approach to leadership and security. He succeeds Amos Asiimwe, who has been reassigned to Pader District. Odongo, with extensive experience in various districts, aims to ensure peace and stability in Napak. The district's administrative structure and high service delivery ranking were highlighted by CAO Okumu James, who welcomed Odongo to his new role.

Col Jackson Kayanja, deputy 4th Division Commander, urged graduates of Gulu College of Health Sciences to act as change agents for East African youth, emphasizing patriotism and peace. The Patriotic Development Course, attended by 400 students, covered topics like political education and civil responsibility. Lt Latwolo Kakonge highlighted the course's focus on Uganda's Vision 2040. Richard Wakise, a student leader, noted the positive impact of the training, which included leadership skills and a better perception of the army. The initiative aims to instill discipline and integrity among youth, promoting social and economic transformation.

In Northern Uganda, 80% of vegetable farmers lose 40% of their seeds due to inadequate skills in nursery setup and management. Syngenta, along with ABI and Techno Serve, is addressing this issue through the Northern Uganda Horticultural Market Acceleration project, which aims to improve farmers' skills and productivity. The project has trained over 300 farmers in Gulu City, focusing on modern farming technologies and integrated fertilization methods. The initiative seeks to boost household income and promote the export of high-quality produce. Farmers like Florence Lukwero and Samuel Otto express optimism about the training's impact on their agricultural practices and income.

The Director of Gulu Institute of Health Sciences and Gulu School of Nursing, Alfred Okwonga, donated one million shillings, 60 boxes of soap, and 560 liters of liquid soap to the Gulu district COVID-19 task force. The donation aims to support ambulance fuel and hygiene efforts in health facilities and markets. Task force coordinator Martin Ojara Mapenduzi highlighted the lack of central government support and called for public assistance. Uganda has confirmed 53 COVID-19 cases.