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@kfm Sat, 27 Jul 2024 09:25:55
Investigate anti-graft protestors’ claims urgently, activists
A section of human rights activists has asked government to investigate allegations of sexual abuse against suspects arrested during the anti-corruption protests that rocked Kampala last week. Yesterday the US mission in Uganda also weighed in and called for through investigations into alleged torture of the suspects Over 90 anti-corruption protestors including KFM’s Salima Faliza were arrested and some were charged with being a public nuisance. Some of those released from detention so far have also alleged that they were sexually assaulted while in police cells, sparking widespread criticism, allegations police have since denied. Samuel Nsubuga, the Executive Director, African Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture tells KFM that they also intend to conduct investigations into the allegations. ‘’Investigation […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 27 Jul 2024 09:19:36
Equity Leaders Program empowers young scholars to drive sustainable growth
Board Director at Equity Group Foundation (EGF), Sam Bwaya has urged Equity Leaders Program (ELP) scholars to harness innovation and technology to drive positive change in their lives and communities. Addressing 40 exceptional university students at the week-long transformative training and mentorship program at the Equity Bank Innovation Hub in Ntinda, Bwaya encouraged the young […] The post Equity Leaders Program empowers young scholars to drive sustainable growth first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 27 Jul 2024 09:44:00
“My music career was born here,” Nigerian singer Joeboy promises high-energy performance at Lugogo Hockey grounds
Nigerian Afro-pop sensation Joeboy is set to thrill Ugandan fans at the Lavida Rave Summer event today, Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Lugogo Hockey grounds. The highly anticipated concert promises to be an unforgettable experience, with Joeboy performing his popular hits, including ‘Sip (Alcohol)’, ‘Focus’, ‘Low Key’, and ‘Body and Soul’. Speaking ahead of the […] The post “My music career was born here,” Nigerian singer Joeboy promises high-energy performance at Lugogo Hockey grounds first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 27 Jul 2024 17:28:37
UBL’s Love Scotch Affair in climactic finale at Tales Lounge
The Love Scotch Affair, an immersive campaign created by Uganda Breweries Ltd (UBL), to reintroduce whisky lovers to scotch, came to an enthralling end yesterday (Friday July 26th) night at Tales Lounge in Bukoto. Tales Lounge, arguably one of Kampala’s hottest hangout spots, was full to capacity by as early as 9PM, with guests ready […] The post UBL’s Love Scotch Affair in climactic finale at Tales Lounge first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:10:43
You don’t have the moral authority to lead an anti-corruption crusade – Bebe Cool to Gen Otafiire
Musician Moses Ssali, alias Bebe Cool, has responded to General Kahiinda Otafiire’s recent public call for young Ugandans to stand against corrupt leaders, questioning the General’s sincerity. Bebe Cool listed several corruption scandals involving Gen Otafiire since 2006 in a post on X, including links to the accusations. The first incident he mentioned was the […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:33:41
Chameleone’s Legend in Gold concert ticket prices revised
Jose Chameleone’s Legend in Gold concert, scheduled for August 31st at Serena Hotel’s Victoria Hall, has revised its ticket prices. Initially advertised at $100 for an ordinary ticket, the event organizer, Hannington Bugingo, announced during a press conference at Serena Hotel that the prices have been adjusted. The new prices are 200,000 Ugandan shillings for […]
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:38:18
Ministry of finance needs 4.1b to tackle climate change
The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development needs to mobilize resources to the tune of 4.1 billion dollars every year to tackle the effects of climate change in the country. Officials at the ministry explain that climate change is the biggest single challenge to not just the environment and human life, but the economy generally, hence the need to give it a priority when allocating financial resources. Uganda needs up to 28.1 billion dollars to finance climate mitigation measures according to its Nationally Determined Contribution, a commitment it made in line with the 2015 Paris Agreement, for the period of seven years, 2023-2030. Denis Mugagga, the head of the Climate Finance Unit at the Ministry of Finance, tells media […]
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:53:54
President Museveni pays respect to late Aleper at the party secretariat
The Ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC) has this afternoon honored the late Hon. Simon Peter Aleper with a special sitting at the NRM secretariat in Kampala with President Museveni the Chief Mourner. The late Aleper was the NRM Vice Chairperson for Karamoja and former MP for Moroto Municipality who died in a road crash at the beginning of this week along Tirinyi Pallissa road when was on his way to attend a CEC meeting in Kampala. The NRM party members will today pay tribute to the fallen Vice Chairperson for Karamoja, Hon Simon Peter Aleper at the Party Headquarters along Kyadondo Road, Nakasero in Kampala. In the evening, Aleper’s body will return to his Kampala residence […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:07:53
Streaming: Non Negotiable
Director: Juan Taratuto Genre: Action/Comedy Cast: HMauricio Ochmann, Tato Alexander, Leonardo Ortizgris, Fernanda Borches, Geraldine Zinat, Isabella Arroyo. Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes Now streaming on Netflix Non Negotiable plunges viewers into a life-or-death scenario where Alan Bender is thrust into the centre of a dramatic hostage crisis. The stakes skyrocket when the president is […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:13:21
THE VIDEO: Ekimala – King Saha
The video starts off with a village residents meeting addressed by the archetypal Ugandan politician, all bloated in his kitenge wear. He goes on to reiterate all the achievements of his leadership. It’s soon question and answer moment, with one of the backbenchers raising a poignant question on youth unemployment. The rest of the video […]
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:44:52
Traders speak out on anti-corruption protests
Traders under Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA) have implored government to hold constructive engagements through dialogue with the youth who have decided to take on the streets because of the numerous allegations of corruption especially in government institutions including Parliament. Since Tuesday, security agencies have been taking on sections of youth in peaceful demonstrations dubbed “Match to Parliament” calling for the resignation of the Speaker Anita Among other demands. In an interview with KFM, Thadeus Musoke, the KACITA chairperson says it is prudent to use a more meaningful modes of communication than causing chaos. “As KACITA we were contacted by different people to come on board with the ongoing peaceful demonstration to march to Parliament, but because of the ongoing […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:58:49
Raffia: Your ultimate vacation companion
STAND OUT: Whether you are prepping for a weekend picnic with friends or a serene boat ride, raffia accessories are a must-have for making your ensemble stand out. You have likely noticed the raffia trend making waves on the fashion scene but many have wondered why it is becoming an obsession among designers and fashion […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:44:36
Tujiangalie: Weeks where decades happen
A great change is gonna come. #March2Parliament: Even when under water, you need to come out and breathe. And boom, they said come Tuesday, we want to breathe. Somewhere, we want to smell what that Parliament smells, hear what it hears. We want to be up and about as Ugandans playing a part in this […]
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:27:03
West Nile to be connected to national grid next week
President Museveni is next week expected to head to West Nile to officiate the connection of sub region to the National Grid. This follows the successful completion of the construction of Kole- Gulu- Nebbi- Arua Transmission line that will facilitate the connection. The 132kv power line works was contracted to KEC International Ltd with other associated lines, whereas Avic International Holdings Corporation was contracted to build the four substations at the cost of $18.177 million. Energy minister Ruth Nankabirwa explains what this development means to the region. “It will happen in the third of august, the president will be in West Nile to do so, and the people of West Nile will be connected to the national grid and this […]
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@sqoop Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:39:33
I have compiled three volumes of my music, so expect a show to remember
ALL READY: The last time Iryn Namubiru had a concert was in 2016. Now years after surviving a boat cruise accident and a pandemic, the sultry songbird is back and according to her, it is the right time. Edgar R. Batte spoke to the singer about her time away, family, juggling life in two countries […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:05:37
Singer Fik Fameica narrates how he was asked for over Shs300 million as funding for his collaboration with Wizkid
Singer Fik Fameica has opened up about his failed collaboration project with Nigerian singer Wizkid, saying the singer’s management asked for a lot of money as funding for the project. Speaking during an interview on a local YouTube channel, Fameica explained that when Wizkid came to perform in Kampala in 2017, he was so impressed […] The post Singer Fik Fameica narrates how he was asked for over Shs300 million as funding for his collaboration with Wizkid first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:54:48
Schools Urged to Set Up Mental Health Clubs
[Nile Post] Schools have been urged to establish mental health clubs to provide a platform for students to discuss mental health issues and raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse, which is a major contributor to mental health problems among students.
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:49:28
Strengthen enforcement of laws against drug abuse, government urged
School administrators have implored government to enforce the existing laws against drug abuse to safeguard children. The call comes amidst reports of increasing drug abuse among school children of various ages. Fr Charles Mpiima, the Chaplain, St Joseph’s Technical Institute Kisubi says many people involving children in drug abuse are known but no action is taken against them by the relevant authorities. Fr. Mpiima was last evening speaking during the 3rd national prefects’ conference that attracted prefects from schools in Buganda region, heads of government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), as well as security agencies in Kampala. In August last year, Parliament passed the Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Bill, 2023 which allows the licensed farming and use of marijuana strictly for […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:16:14
Masaka businessman Lwasa who has been crying out about being broke, shows off new Range Rover with personalized number plate
Masaka-based businessman Emmanuel Lwasa, who has been claiming to be broke for the last few months, has acquired a new Range Rover ride with personalized number plates. His new car is a black Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. In a video making the rounds on social media, Lwasa is seen happily showing off the personalized […] The post Masaka businessman Lwasa who has been crying out about being broke, shows off new Range Rover with personalized number plate first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Fri, 26 Jul 2024 05:22:35
Anti-graft protesters face fresh charges
By Franklin Draku The remanded anti-corruption crusaders will today know the fresh charges to be preferred against them. This was revealed by the police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke, just hours after president Museveni suggested their initial indictments were provisional. This comes after the Director of Public Prosecutions, Justice Jane Frances Abodo recalled case files of close to 100 demonstrators who were arrested and arraigned before various courts in Kampala city on Tuesday for allegedly taking part in the anti-corruption march to parliament. It is however not yet clear what prompted the chief government prosecutor to recall the files though several constitutional lawyers have poked holes into the charges of being idle and disorderly and being a common nuisance as being archaic […]
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