Editorial
President Yoweri Museveni has proposed a breakthrough compromise to end the decades-old conflict between the Japadhola and Iteso communities in Tororo.
Speaking during a meeting held on Wednesday at State House, Entebbe, the President suggested that Tororo Municipality be elevated to a city status and maintained as a neutral administrative unit, with the establishment of three new districts to accommodate both sides.
The meeting, which was also attended by the Vice President Jessica Alupo, brought together leaders from the two ethnic groups who have long disputed the control and status of Tororo Town.
The President advised both groups to engage in peaceful and private discussions regarding the naming of the third district.
As part of the proposed arrangement, the Iteso community would retain Mukuju, which is considered an uncontested area, and also benefit from the neutral Tororo City.
On the other hand, the Japadhola community would receive two new districts, including Mulanda and the third district, whose name is yet to be agreed upon.
President Museveni noted that this proposed structure would create fairness and restore balance. The President emphasized that the conflict over the name “Tororo” should not derail the broader goals of unity and national development.
