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@kfm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:38:50
FDC leaders arrested over protest against colleagues’ deportation
At least 13 Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction leaders have been arrested and detained at Central Police Station, the acting President of the party, Mr Erias Lukwago, has confirmed. Police arrested FDC leaders, including Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura and Ingrid Turinawe, as they attempted to march to the Kenya High Commission on Monday, August 5, 2024. The group wanted to deliver a petition protesting the alleged unfair treatment of 36 colleagues arrested in Kisumu, Kenya, last month and subsequently deported to Uganda. The 36 are currently on remand in Luzira Prison, facing terrorism charges. Speaking to journalists at CPS, Lukwago condemned the use of force by Police, describing the protest as peaceful and unjustified of such […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:24:42
Meet Eugene Omalla, the Ugandan-Dutch sprinter who won gold at the ongoing Paris Olympics, having previously represented Uganda before switching to represent the Netherlands in April of this year
As Uganda continues to vie for more medals at the ongoing Paris Olympics, there is a Ugandan who won a gold medal over the weekend but not for Uganda. Eugene Omalla, the Ugandan-Dutch sprinter, won gold in the 400 meters mixed relay. He previously represented Uganda before switching to represent the Netherlands in April of […] The post Meet Eugene Omalla, the Ugandan-Dutch sprinter who won gold at the ongoing Paris Olympics, having previously represented Uganda before switching to represent the Netherlands in April of this year first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:00:00
Natasha Nyonyozi crowned Miss Uganda 2024 in glamorous finale
The Miss Uganda 2024 pageant culminated in a grand finale at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel last Saturday, where Natasha Nyonyozi was crowned the winner. The event, broadcast live on StarTimes Makula KiKa and Makula Kazzanyo Ku Kazzanyo Television, showcased a spectacular display of fashion, beauty, and entertainment. Renowned musicians Maddox Sematimba, Jackie Chandiru, and YKEE […] The post Natasha Nyonyozi crowned Miss Uganda 2024 in glamorous finale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 05 Aug 2024 08:22:27
2024 Paris Olympics: Ugandan duo ready to shine in 3000m Steeplechase and 200m heats
Two Ugandans will be in action today at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Leonard Chemutai will run the 3000m steeplechase heats at 19:04 PM (EAT), while Tarsis Orogot will race in the men’s 200m heats at 19:55 PM (EAT). Orogot, who is currently ranked 13th in the world, will line up in heat 2, where the […] The post 2024 Paris Olympics: Ugandan duo ready to shine in 3000m Steeplechase and 200m heats first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:07:38
Bugiri Voters Collect 35, 000 Signatures to Censure MP Silwany
[Nile Post] Voters in Bukooli central in Bugiri district have so far collected over 35,000 signatures to enable them censure their area Member of Parliament, Solomon Silwany.
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@kfm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:48:50
Government to pay delayed salaries next week – Minister Musasizi
Government will this week start paying the delayed salaries of civil servants. This has been confirmed by the State Minister of Finance in charge of (General Duties) Mr Henry Musasizi. Mr Musasizi, who also serves as the Rubanda East legislator was addressing residents of Kyokyezo Parish in Nyamweru sub-county, Rubanda District, where he was monitoring the progress of the Kyokyezo-Butambi road construction. In Kabale District, primary school teachers went on strike this week over unpaid salaries for June and July. Pupils who reported to school on Monday and Tuesday were sent home due to the absence of teachers. Minister Musasizi called for patience and discouraged civil servants from resorting to strikes, saying the salary delay is a nationwide issue, not […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:06:38
Senegal gives singer Akon deadline to build $6 billion ‘Akon City’ or risk losing allocated land
The Senegalese government has notified celebrated international music icon and entrepreneur Akon that he must start construction of his $6 billion Akon City project or risk losing 90% of the land granted to him if it remains undeveloped. Reports from Senegal indicate that Akon was sent the notice after failing to make several payments to […] The post Senegal gives singer Akon deadline to build $6 billion ‘Akon City’ or risk losing allocated land first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 05 Aug 2024 06:26:26
School shamba boy arrested for allegedly defiling eight pupils in Nakasongola
Police in Nakasongola have arrested one Peter Mayanja for allegedly defiling eight pupils, aged between 7 and 13 years, at Ekitangala Primary School in Kakooge Sub-county, Nakasongola District. The police preliminary report indicates that Mayanja, who was a teacher at the school, committed the said acts between 2023 and July 2024. Savannah Region Police Spokesperson, […] The post School shamba boy arrested for allegedly defiling eight pupils in Nakasongola first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:39:56
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa Survives in Helicopter Crash
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- A helicopter carrying Ugandan Deputy Speaker of the Parliament Thomas Tayebwa suffered an accident on Saturday night in the western district of Mbarara, but there were no casualties, a police spokesperson said on Sunday.
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@observer Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:33:29
Details emerge on ex-convict Otim shot dead in Mulago
Fresh details have emerged about Simon Peter Otim who was shot dead on Thursday night at Sebina Zone-Kaleerwe, Mulago III Parish, Kawempe Division. Otim was shot at around 8:30 pm by two men who entered the sitting room where he was with his wife, daughter and a visitor. Otim was shot twice in the chest and then severely stabbed as his wife, daughter and the visitor hid in the bedrooms screaming for help. The killers also allegedly attempted to attack his wife Prossy Namutebi but she did not heed to their threats to open the bedroom door. Otim was released in May this year after spending over 10 years in jail on a conviction of aggravated robbery. It is alleged that Otim who had returned from Iraq where he served as a security guard bought a mobile phone which had been robbed from a person who was allegedly killed.As a result, Otim was subsequently arrested, prosecuted, found guilty and sentenced to serve 20 years over aggravated robbery. However, court set him free on a second appeal but he had already served half of his jail term. “We’re in the sitting room in our conversation when strangers gained entry into our home. Two men had a gun and knives. One immediately cocked and shot him in the chest. We all run to the bedrooms shouting for help. We had him screaming for help,” Namutebi said.Patrick Onyango, Kampala Metropolitan police spokesperson confirmed that Otim was an ex-convict who was released barely three months ago. Onyango said they are yet to know the reason behind Otim’s gruesome murder.“We have launched investigations into the incident. We have recorded statements from several witnesses. The case is being handled by our detectives at Wandegeya police station. We picked one live bullet and a cartridge,” Onyango said.William Kazibwe, a chapatti seller said he heard the family screaming for help after a bullet sound. Kazibwe added that the killers fled on a motorcycle. “I came and found people fearing to enter the house. I entered and I found him in a pool of blood. We rushed him to Mulago hospital because he looked like he was still alive. But the doctors said he was already dead,” Kazibwe said.Ismail Nsanja, vice chairman of Sebina zone, said Otim’s killers fled on a motorcycle. Nsanja added that the killers had attempted to take the Bwaise route but changed their minds perhaps fearing CCTV cameras and rode towards Makerere Kavule route. {loadposition inarticle}
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@kfm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 03:32:52
UBTEB exams kick off today
The Uganda Business and Technical Examination Board July/August 2024 examination series kick off Monday, August 5, 2024, across the country. The Board’s Executive Secretary, Onesmus Oyesigye says this year’s examinations are being conducted at 454 centers nationwide, with a total of 58,995 registered candidates. Among these, 18,742 are female, and 40,253 are male. In preparation for the exams, UBTEB conducted a briefing session for area coordinators and centre supervisors on July 26, 2024, ensuring that all centers were well-informed and ready to facilitate a smooth examination process. The Board has also initiated the distribution of examination materials to various storage facilities across the country, with support from the Uganda Police Force to ensure security and proper handling. In a move […]
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@kfm Mon, 05 Aug 2024 02:57:24
Court to rule on MPs’ bail today
The Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court is today (August 5, 2024) set to rule on the bail applications filed by the embattled Members of Parliament (MPs); Yusuf Mutembuli, Cissy Namujju, and Paul Akamba. This is after the MPs who have been on remand at Luzira prison for the past two months, presented their sureties before Justice Lawrence Gidudu. Their sureties included fellow legislators; Florence Nebanda (Woman MP Butalejja), Geoffrey Mutibwa (Bunyole West County), and Alex Brandon Kintu (Kagoma North). The others are Mariam Naigaga (Namutumba District) and Maurice Kibalya (Bugabula South). Meanwhile, further hearing of the main case is scheduled for August 8th and 9th after it opened on Friday with testimony from the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) […]
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@kfm Sun, 04 Aug 2024 01:40:55
How Cheptegei became face of distance running
By Allan Darren Kyeyune Uganda’s success stories are never easy. On September 2,1972, John Akii-Bua ran a world record 4782 seconds in the difficult inner lane during the 400m hurdles final en route to bagging Uganda’s first-ever Olympic gold medal. Uganda’s victories do not come easy. The sweet chapters are painful to write and so is Joshua Cheptegei’s. On Friday night, August 2, he etched his name further in the history books as the country’s greatest of all time after he superseded a bulk of barriers to clinch the men’s 10,000-metre gold medal inside the Stade de France at the Paris 2024 Olympics. It was a special night as Uganda pocketed its 12th medal in Olympics history. Read More
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@kfm Sun, 04 Aug 2024 21:25:35
Pre-season rust evident as teams shake off the cobwebs
The Fufa Super Eight matches painted a vivid picture of teams grappling to find their footing, truly shaking off the cobwebs. With little to separate the eight participating teams in the first legs played on Friday and Saturday, it became evident that they are still in the process of dusting off the rust accumulated during the season break. Judging by the initial displays, it’s too close to call who the potential winner might be. Teams will need to up their game in the upcoming return legs on Tuesday and Wednesday to establish a clear frontrunner. Read More
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@kfm Sun, 04 Aug 2024 19:29:52
Sudan denies famine exists in Darfur’s Zamzam camp
BY REUTERS Sudan on Sunday denied the existence of famine in North Darfur’s Zamzam camp for internally displaced people, while an aid group said there was a risk of a severe shortage of special food designed to treat malnourished children in the camp. On Thursday, a global food monitor found that famine, confirmed when acute malnutrition and mortality criteria are met, was present in the Zamzam camp and likely to persist there at least until October. Experts and U.N. officials say a famine classification could trigger a U.N. Security Council resolution empowering agencies to deliver relief across borders to the most needy, yet Sudanese officials have said that a famine declaration could be a pretext for international intervention in the […]
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@observer Sun, 04 Aug 2024 18:31:53
Govt scales up living standards in refugee-hosting communities
Since 1959, Uganda has consistently welcomed refugees from various countries, maintaining an open-door policy towards refugee management. Currently, Uganda hosts 1.6 million refugees, making it the largest refugee-hosting nation in Africa and the fifth-largest globally. As GEOFREY SERUGO writes, this inclusive policy ensures that refugees have access to the same social services as Ugandan citizens, which creates significant pressure on resources such as schools, health centers, water, energy and other vital services, causing strain on host communities.Historically, support has been directed primarily towards refugees through emergency response efforts, leaving host communities with minimal assistance to mitigate the impacts of the refugee influx. This approach often led to increased costs and competition for resources in the host districts, with little attention given to addressing the challenges faced by these communities. Against the growing necessity to support the refugee-hosting. communities, during the 2016 Nairobi Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) conference, member heads of state agreed to the plan of making a paradigm shift and start supporting communities across the refugee-hosting districts in confronting the socio-economic and environmental effects related to the inflow of large numbers of refugees. Consequently, the IGAD member states designed the Development Response to Displacement Impact Project (DRDIP) as a regional multi- sectoral response project implemented in the five countries including; Uganda, Djibouti, Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia. In Uganda, DRDIP, which closed this year, was being implemented under the Office of the Prime Minister. It covered fifteen districts ofAdjumani, Arua, Hoima, Isingiro, Kamwenge, Kikuube, Madi-Okollo, Kiryandongo, Koboko, Kyegegwa, Moyo, Obongi, Lamwo, Terego and Yumbe. According to the DRDIP director Dr Robert Limlim, the project that closed this year kicked off in 2017 with a $200m kitty, of which $50m was offered as credit and the $150m as a grant from the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), as well as an additional $1.5m from the Solidarity Fund. DRDIP was implemented through different components including; Social Economic Services and Infrastructure (SESI), Sustainable Environment Management (SES), Livelihoods Program (LP) to support income generation and Project Policy Accountability Systems Support and Administration which supports project implementation and monitoring. Speaking to journalists about the project performance, Limlim revealed that DRDIP implementation was hinged on District Development Plans and the National Development Plan 3, which provides for refugee management and protection under program 8 of Governance and Security. EDUCATION SECTOR By 2024, the project had inter-alia, built and fully furnished 924 primary classrooms and equipped them with 640 rainwater harvesting tanks, 96 staff houses, 25 administration blocks, 87 staff kitchen and 354 staff latrines. At secondary school level, 133 classrooms, six office blocks, eight staff houses, ten dormitories, fifteen laboratories, eleven Information and Communications Technology libraries, among others were constructed and equipped with furniture and other relevant facilities. “With this critical intervention, the project has, among others, increased students and pupils enrolment by at least 35% in just two years and expected to increase going forward, realized a 40% retention rate, lowered learners- to-desk ratio, promoted science and technology-based learning and improved general class performance at both levels,” said the director. HEALTH SECTOR DRDIP has realized key significant contributions towards the sector, realizing the construction and equipping of 35 general wards, three laboratory and radiology units, eighteen maternity wards, 86 blocks of staff houses, five theatres and 10 doctors’ houses, among others. According to Limlim, putting in place physical infrastructure facilities and equipping them improved delivery of medical services especially in the area of maternal health, staff report early for duty because they reside at the health centres and can work for longer hours, a motivation that improved labour output. ROAD SECTOR The project support to the road sector comprised a total of 66 sub-projects, realizing the construction of 31 bridges and box culverts coupled with a total of 1187.93 kilometres of roads constructed across the refugee-hosting districts, easing internal and cross- border movement, thus improving the movement of tradable goods and services. LIVELIHOODS: SUPPORTING ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT The different DRDIP intervention components were all directed at improving the living standards of host communities, though, the Livelihood Program extended direct cash and agro-processing equipment to the beneficiary groups. The project closes having supported 3,328 sub-projects/groups both in host communities and refugee settlements, 77,593 beneficiaries supported across all the beneficiary districts, 1,016 Grants Groups supported in the host communities. Further, 332 Grants Groups were supported in the Refugee Settlements, 621 Village Revolving Funds established in host communities, 1,937 Self Help Groups provided with Revolving Funds (borrowing and lending) and 44 agro processing facilities were established and supported initiatives like; value addition, packaging, aggregation, modern storage, among others, thereby increasing job opportunities. ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS SKILLING DRDIP is concluding with a sustainability plan for the beneficiaries, equipping them with concrete business skills. Enterprise Uganda, has, among other expert entities been entrusted with the mandate of capacity building to offer technical knowledge to the beneficiaries. The entity is taking charge of this component to impart life-changing business management skills through the Entrepreneurship and Business Skills Program. Dr Robert Limlim According to the Enterprise Uganda Executive Director Charles Ocici, his entity’s role is to promote positive business mindset, tactics withstanding shocks in business, developing a strong saving culture and a range of other modules related to running sustainable profitable enterprises. “We are here to add significant value to the success of DRDIP, we facilitate technical and entrepreneurial knowledge and skills transfer amongst the beneficiaries to ensure they run businesses that will last through generations even after the project has ended,” he said. He was speaking at Lomunga Primary Schools grounds during an interview last week on the sidelines of a one-week training Enterprise Uganda organized for refugees-hosting entrepreneur communities and refugee entrepreneurs of Yumbe district. Ocici cautioned the budding entrepreneurs to always be mindful of the need to satisfy customers through exceptional services, dreaming big, dropping the excuses of initial working capital as a hindrance...and also take the advantage of the vast areas of fertile land to engage in commercial farming since they have ready market access, an opportunity presented by their proximity to the border. “The beneficiaries of DRDIP have to always be reminded of the opportunity to have a positive mindset about improving their livelihoods, taking advantage of this World Bank support, such that as the project winds up, they can keep lighting up the candle of entrepreneurship and serve as change agents within their communities,” he said. Enterprise Uganda has trained over 4,500 DRDIP beneficiaries from 220 groups across Koboko, Yumbe and Moyo districts. geofreyserugo1992@gmail.com {loadposition inarticle}
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