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@observer Thu, 22 Aug 2024 23:13:31
You can now zipline on the Nile!
Over the weekend, the state minister for Tourism Martin Mugarra officially launched ziplining along River Nile in Njeru, Buikwe district. Ziplining is becoming a popular activity for adrenaline junkies in Uganda, and doing it along the world’s longest river is an experience worth having. The zip line on River Nile is located at LivingWaters Resort and Luxury tented camp in Bukaya village, Njeru municipality on the western bank of the Nile near its source. The place boasts of a vast green serene environment, making it ideal for relaxation and enjoying nature while taking in the cool breeze from the Nile. Jonathan Okia, the manager of ZipTheNile, said they began setting up the zip line in December last year after realizing that among all the fun activities being done on the Nile, ziplining was missing. Not only is this the only zip line on River Nile but also the longest zip line in Uganda. There are two zip lines with the first one (which takes you) being 300 metres and the second one (which brings you back) being 320 metres, both passing along the River Nile. An adrenaline junkie ziplining along River Nile There is also a dual zip line running parallel to the existing one, which will allow couples to go ziplining at the same time, as well as the only ‘superman’ zip line harnesses in East Africa which allow one to zipline in an horizontal position, or facing down. Before taking part in such an activity, there are always safety concerns from participants. However, Okia reassures that they have instructors who are very well trained in the activity, having worked at different zip lines before, and are also trained in first aid. “Our instructors give the participants safety briefings before they zipline because this is an extreme activity. The activity is safer than most people would imagine because we use the best harnesses imported from the UK,” he added. Minister Mugarra said the facility is a welcome addition to the adventure tourism stock in a region that is earmarked as the country’s adventure capital and it fits perfectly in government’s intervention to develop the Source of the Nile into an iconic world-class facility. “The establishment we are commissioning speaks directly to the ministry’s effort to promote domestic tourism through the Explore Uganda campaign. Adventure tourism is one strand that is appealing more to the domestic tourists, especially the youth and the middle-aged.Many visitors and in particular the leisure and business tourists will not depart from Uganda without visiting the source of the Nile, making it one of the most iconic attractions in the country.” Minister Mugarra with the proprietors of Zip The Nile He further noted that government has started the implementation of the developments of the Source of the Nile in order to increase its tourism potential and this attraction has been prioritized in the overall plan to diversify tourist product range that is currently skewed to wildlife in terms of development, and build on the strength of its established brand value and development potential. Mugarra encouraged LivingWaters proprietors to not only stop at ziplining but also develop other adventure tourism activities which will pull more crowds to the site. “The Nile is known to host a wide range of water-based activities such as water sliding, bungee jumping, water cycling, water tubing and white water rafting, among others. These are some of the activities that can be benchmarked to develop more and make this zone a hub for tourism,” he said. The age for ziplining is five years and above with a maximum weight of 130kg. The participant should not have a history of major heart conditions, spinal injury, high blood pressure or any other underlying health issues. jjingoernest1@gmail.com {loadposition inarticle}
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:24:15
Tanzanians strong on opening day of Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open
Four Tanzanians are in the top five after the opening round of the 2024 Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open, which began on Thursday at Entebbe Club’s par-71 golf course. Three-time winner Martha Babirye, who made three birdies on the back nine (holes 11, 15, and 18), is the only Ugandan in the top five of […] The post Tanzanians strong on opening day of Johnnie Walker Uganda Ladies Open first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:26:26
Army Wants Education Ministry to Host Kiswahili Council
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs wants the Uganda National Kiswahili Council to be hosted under the Ministry of Education and Sports as the suitable institution to promote Kiswahili language.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:40:00
Uganda still on track to produce oil by 2025, says Energy Minister Nankabirwa
Government is on track to ensure that the first drop of oil is produced by the end of 2025, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, announced on Wednesday. According to Nankabirwa, 74 oil wells have been successfully drilled in Uganda’s western and northern regions, paving the way for commercial production next year. The […] The post Uganda still on track to produce oil by 2025, says Energy Minister Nankabirwa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theguardian Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:18:54
Rapidly urbanising Africa to have six cities with populations above 10m by 2035
Youthful, growing cities expected to create wealth and opportunities but stretch public and utility servicesSix African cities will have more than 10 million people by 2035, with the continent’s booming young population making it the world’s fastest urbanising region, according to a report.Angola’s capital, Luanda, and Tanzania’s commercial hub, Dar es Salaam, will join the metropolises of Cairo, Kinshasa, Lagos and Greater Johannesburg with populations of more than 10 million, the Economist Intelligence Unit said in a report on African cities. Continue reading...
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:10:47
Health officials blame massage parlours as 8,400 new HIV infections are recorded in Kampala
The Kampala Metropolitan Area (KMA), comprising Kampala City, Wakiso, and Mukono districts, has emerged as a hotspot for HIV transmission as a recent report reveals that the area recorded 8,400 new HIV infections last year. Health officials point to massage parlours and condom stock-outs as major contributors. Wakiso District leads with 4,900 new infections, followed […] The post Health officials blame massage parlours as 8,400 new HIV infections are recorded in Kampala first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:05:36
Kabira receives 2024 Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award
Kabira Country Club, a four-star hospitality award winning boutique hotel in the leafy Bukoto suburb of Kampala has received a prestigious 2024 Tripadvisor Travellers Choice award. Every year, Tripadvisor awards travelers’ favourite destinations, hotels, restaurants, and things to do around the world, based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months. So, unlike many other […] The post Kabira receives 2024 Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:24:05
Museveni Welcomes African Union Team for Agriculture Summit in Kampala
[Nile Post] President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has held discussions with the African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment, Ambassador Josefa Sacko, who paid a courtesy call on him this afternoon at State House Entebbe.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:00:00
Equity Bank hands over Church House land title to Church of Uganda
Equity Bank officially handed over the land title for the Janani Luwum Church House to the Church of Uganda, signifying the final repayment of a Shs60 billion loan. The event took place during the 27th Church of Uganda Provincial Assembly at Uganda Christian University in Mukono. Elizabeth Mwerinde Kasedde, Executive Director of Equity Bank Uganda, […] The post Equity Bank hands over Church House land title to Church of Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 06:10:11
Eddy Kenzo’s presidential appointment sparks mixed reactions
Ugandans have expressed mixed reactions following the appointment of Eddy Kenzo as the Senior Presidential Advisor on matters concerning arts and culture. On Wednesday, it was announced that President Yoweri Museveni had appointed the singer as his advisor. Kenzo’s unexpected appointment attracted mixed reactions from Ugandans. Some criticized his appointment, saying it was due to […] The post Eddy Kenzo’s presidential appointment sparks mixed reactions first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:02:48
Eddy Kenzo appointed as Presidential Advisor on creatives
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Eddy Kenzo, whose real name is Edrisa Musuuza, as the presidential advisor on matters concerning arts and culture. Museveni made the appointment on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024. Although the news has come as a surprise to many Ugandans, our sources reveal that Museveni held a closed-door meeting with a group […] The post Eddy Kenzo appointed as Presidential Advisor on creatives first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:51:25
Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship begins with Ladies and Seniors’ Tournaments
The 2024 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship will tee off tomorrow, Thursday August 22, at the Entebbe Club. The tournament will kick off with the Ladies Open and the Seniors’ Open. The ladies’ event will span three rounds, while the seniors’ event will be played over two rounds, on Thursday and Friday. Over 100 […] The post Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship begins with Ladies and Seniors’ Tournaments first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:54:51
Grant of Tax Waiver to Companies Queried
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Legislators on the Committee of Finance have questioned the manner and criteria the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)is using to extend tax waivers to companies and individuals.
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@allafrica Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:44:19
Uganda Ponders Lessons From Deadly Garbage Landslide
[DW] A disaster at the Kiteezi landfill in Kampala unfolded following heavy rains that triggered a massive garbage landslide. The tragedy has highlighted the urgent need for better waste management solutions in Uganda.
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@allafrica Wed, 21 Aug 2024 13:10:04
The Catastrophic Consequences of Negligence
[Observer] The recent tragedy in Uganda, where a Kiteezi landfill collapsed, resulting in significant loss of lives and several damages, serves as a wake-up call about the dire state of waste management practices and environmental regulation in the country.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:47:42
International sports ambassadors arrive for Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon
On Tuesday, organisers of the Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon welcomed eight top Middle Eastern athletic ambassadors who flew in from Dubai and Qatar, signalling the start of an exciting chapter for Uganda’s sport tourism. The athletes, who represent prominent brands such as Asics, Nike, and Adidas, are in the country to participate in the […] The post International sports ambassadors arrive for Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:29:00
Absa Group reports interim profit as SA retail portfolio improves; anticipates improvement in 2nd-half earnings
Absa Group reported headline earnings of R10.2 billion for the first half of 2024 and said it expects an improvement in second-half Group performance as its South African retail businesses demonstrated earnings growth across the portfolio in the first six months of the year. “All of our underlying businesses in the South African retail […] The post Absa Group reports interim profit as SA retail portfolio improves; anticipates improvement in 2nd-half earnings first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:20:33
Uganda Railways Corporation to expand passenger train services with two new routes
Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) has set to expand its passenger train services within the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area. Two new routes are being explored: the Kampala-Kyengera route, which will run west of Kampala, and the Kampala-Portbell route, which will run east of the capital. A feasibility study, funded by the African Development Bank, is currently […] The post Uganda Railways Corporation to expand passenger train services with two new routes first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:34:08
Details emerge of how the Police Crime Intelligence Unit closed in on Tabula, the prime suspect in the murder of the Ndiga Clan Head; He became desperate to evade capture
Details have emerged about how police units, led by Crime Intelligence, tracked down and arrested Lujja Bbosa Tabula, the main suspect in the murder of former Ndiga clan leader, Engineer Daniel Bbosa. Tabula had been on the police wanted list for the last five months after one of the suspects, Noah Lujja, arrested in connection […] The post Details emerge of how the Police Crime Intelligence Unit closed in on Tabula, the prime suspect in the murder of the Ndiga Clan Head; He became desperate to evade capture first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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