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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:00:56
Youth Leaders Petition UHRC Over Illegal Arrests
[Nile Post] A group of youth leaders has petitioned the Uganda Human Rights Commission(UHRC) following the purported illegal arrest of young demonstrators who were peacefully rallying against corruption within the country.
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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:29:08
Childhood Hepatitis B Risk High Despite Vaccine
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Despite the introduction of the Hepatitis B (HBV) birth dose vaccine in 2023, public health officials acknowledge persistent challenges in achieving optimal immunisation coverage for new-borns.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:08:14
Budo League Season 7 Grand Finale announced for this Sunday
The grand finale of The Budo League Season 7, an alumni league for former students of King’s College Budo, promises an exciting climax as teams vie for top honours. The finale was announced during a press conference held at Legends Rugby Club ahead of the grand finale this Sunday, July 28th, at Legends Rugby Club. […] The post Budo League Season 7 Grand Finale announced for this Sunday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Thu, 25 Jul 2024 13:38:42
I have full control over my X account – Azawi
There have been several trends earlier today on X, including Bebe Cool, Anita Must Resign, March to Parliament, and Azawi. Azawi has been trending for a number of reasons, including her vocal stance against corruption. The “Masavu” artiste has been among the vocal celebrities on X talking about this issue. However, during the peaceful March […]
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@kfm Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:37:44
Minister Kabanda defends President on fight against corruption
The Minister for Kampala Metropolitan Affairs Minsa Kabanda has asked Ugandans to appreciate the president’s efforts against corruption. This follows the recent arrest and prosecution of a number of Members of Parliament and senior public servants on the directive of the President in his renewed battle against graft. President Museveni last week also directed the Criminal Investigations Directorate of police to investigate and arrest any public officer who will be found to have been involved in the case of ghost workers discovered by the Auditor General on the government pay roll that has cost billions of tax payers’ money. On Tuesday the government blocked a group of youth from matching to Parliament in protest of the high levels of alleged […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:34:50
Museveni says he would have joined the anti-corruption march if it was properly organized, gives reasons why it was blocked
President Yoweri Museveni has claimed that he would have personally joined the recent anti-corruption march if it had been properly organized and coordinated with the police. In a statement on his X account, Museveni stated that the Tuesday protest was not genuine as some participants were unaware of the foreign funding and planned evil actions. […] The post Museveni says he would have joined the anti-corruption march if it was properly organized, gives reasons why it was blocked first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:08:56
Bolstering Ties in Sight As New Kenyan High Commissioner Presents Credentials to Minister Mulimba
[Nile Post] The newly appointed Kenyan High Commissioner to Uganda, Joash Arthur Maangi has presented copies of his Letters of Credence to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Affairs, John Mulimba.
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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:33
New Algerian Ambassador Presents Credentials to Minister Mulimba
[Nile Post] The newly appointed Algerian Ambassador to Uganda, Mourad Amokrane has presented copies of his Letters of Credence to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Affairs, John Mulimba.
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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:05:32
Financial Institutions Urged to Collaborate in Fight Against Fraud
[Nile Post] Financial institutions have been encouraged to maintain vigilance in detecting fraud avenues in order to promote an anti-fraud environment in the financial service industry.
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@allafrica Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:59:46
DPP Launches Guidelines for Prosecuting Human Trafficking Cases
[Nile Post] The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has launched a comprehensive dissemination strategy for the newly developed standard operating procedures on investigating and prosecuting cases of trafficking in persons.
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@sqoop Thu, 25 Jul 2024 08:07:04
Irene Namatovu ecstatic after YouTube withdraws copyright complaint
Da New Eagles artiste Irene Namatovu is overjoyed after YouTube withdrew a copyright complaint filed by Mariam Massa, who had alleged that Namatovu had infringed on her song. Namatovu shared the news on her social media platforms, explaining that the strike was a mistake. “I am pleased to share some good news with you all. […]
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@kfm Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:28:02
Cancellation of plenary sparks anger
A section of Members of Parliament (MPs) has expressed disappointment and frustration after the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesigye, abruptly cancelled yesterday’s plenary sitting just minutes before it was scheduled start in the afternoon. The MPs, including Kira Municipality’ Ssemuju Nganda and his Buvuma County counterpart Robert Migadde, criticized the leadership of Parliament for not providing earlier notice, resulting in wasted resources and time. However, Government Chief Whip Hamson Obua explained to journalists at Parliament that the cancellation was due to a strategic meeting summoned by President Museveni at State House, Entebbe, which the Speakers were required to attend. “The calling off of the plenary, I know that the presiding officer under the parliamentary calendar who is supposed to chair […]
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