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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:00:43
Trade PS Geraldine Ssali summoned by Police over Cooperatives compensation
The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperative, Geraldine Ssali, has been summoned by Criminal Investigations Department of the police in relation to disbursement of funds meant for compensation of cooperative societies. Ssali is supposed to report at Kibuli with her top management team that worked on the disbursement of Ssh164bn meant […] The post Trade PS Geraldine Ssali summoned by Police over Cooperatives compensation first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:13:45
Streaming: A Family Affair
Director: Richard LaGravenese Genre: Romance/Comedy Cast: Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron, Joey King, Liza Koshy, Kathy Bates Duration: 1hour 51minutes Now streaming on Netflix A Family Affair follows Zara Ford (King), a young woman who discovers that her single mother Brooke (Kidman) is having an affair with her self-absorbed, movie star boss Chris Cole (Efron). The […]
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:17:50
Cabinet approves Vocational Education & Training Bill, 2024
Cabinet has approved the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Bill, 2024 that was recently presented by the Ministry of Education and Sports. This bill seeks to streamline the technical and vocational training and education sector. Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Center in Kampala, Information and National Guidance minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi said this sector plays a pivotal role in the development process of the economy. “Many of our young people who are through the formal education process of primary, secondary, high school then proceed the university or other tertiary institutions,” Dr. Chris Baryomunsi said. Baryomunsi also confirms that Cabinet has approved the principals for the amendment of the Copyright and Neighboring Rights Act. We have a law […]
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:27:22
7 houses torched in revenge attack over death of pupil
Several houses have been torched and property worth millions of shillings looted in Nyero, Kumi district in what is believed to be a revenge attack. This followed the death on Wednesday, of a 14-year old Primary Five pupil of Auruku Ominai Primary School identified as Jane Titin. According to the East Kyoga Regional Police Spokesman, Edison Ebukulem, Titin of was allegedly beaten by a classmate after an argument. “The pupils were playing in class when two children engaged in a disagreement, leading to a scuffle where one of the pupils boxed the victim on the breast and she collapsed”, said Ebukulem. Ebukulem says that, after the incident, the head teacher was informed and the victim was rushed to Nyero Health […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:53:32
Kenyan singer Redsan set to rock the Love Scotch Affair at Noni Vie tonight
The Love Scotch Affair is taking Kampala by storm, and in case you still haven’t felt the FOMO, this one is for you. After taking over Bandali Rise at Thrones, and igniting Najjera at La Venti, the Love Scotch Affair is set to light up Noni Vie tonight (Friday June 28th). The Love Scotch Affair […] The post Kenyan singer Redsan set to rock the Love Scotch Affair at Noni Vie tonight first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:34:57
UPDF announces 2024 recruitment dates for Rwenzori
The Uganda People’s Defense Forces have released the schedule for the regular recruitment exercise in the Rwenzori region, set to kick off in July. The recruitment drive is part of the UPDF’s efforts to strengthen its ranks and provide opportunities for Ugandan youth to serve their country. Major Bilal Katamba, the Public Information Officer for the UPDF Mountain Division and Operation Shujja, list the dates and locations for the recruitment exercise. He also emphasizes the importance of this recruitment exercise in bolstering the UPDF’s capacity and urged eligible individuals from the respective districts to participate. Those shortlisted candidates from different districts whose names were displayed on the district notes board would be coming physically for the physical recruitment which will […]
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@sqoop Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:00:37
Does UG have national heroes? Oba it’s just vibes
Some of you may now be complaining. LOST COUNTRY? Okay, I know some people are here mentioning Jose Chameleone. But maybe musically, but again, even Chameleone, he did not really shoot for the maximum of his talent. Someone says mbu in Uganda we get satisfied easily. Small acts of greatness and we start stepping on […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:58:45
Future focus: Victoria University embraces AI in academic modules
Victoria University, renowned for its pioneering digital learning solutions, has now incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) into its academic modules, according to Vice Chancellor Dr. Lawrence Muganga. In a Thursday interview on Next Radio’s morning show, Dr. Muganga highlighted that embracing AI not only modernizes education but also aligns with broader goals of sustainability and adaptability. […] The post Future focus: Victoria University embraces AI in academic modules first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:20:46
KCCA sign Anyama on a four-year contract
KCCA FC has signed forward Emmanuel Anyama from Big League side Kaaro Karungi. Anyama has signed a four-year employment contract that runs until the end of the 2027-28 season. He scored 12 goals last season for Kaaro Karungi and was the third top scorer in the Big League. After signing for the Kasasiro Boys, the striker expressed his joy of joining the club that has a great tradition and promised to contribute to good performance next season. KCCA FC are also in talks with their striker Muhammad Shaban to renew his contract despite interests for the player from various clubs outside Uganda.
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:47:57
EC calls for stakeholder engagement before 2026 polls
The Electoral Commission has called for further engagement of different stake holders to prepare the country for the next cycle of general elections in 2026. Steven Tashobya, the Commission’s Vice Chairperson says a lot of important lessons were learnt through interactions with different stakeholders in the last elections. Speaking during the national symposium held in Kampala on Thursday on the role of security agencies during elections, Tasobya said these engagements should also target the youth. “Engage the youth because they are a big component in the management and conduct of elections so that they know their responsibilities and duties to have more civic engagement with youth, rural and the religious leaders,” Mr. Tasobya informed. At the same event, the Acting […]
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@sqoop Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:00:23
Uganda is like my second home – Nameless
KARIBU: When he first came to Uganda more than 20 years ago, Nameless was an excited artiste getting his first ride in a limousine. He has since made several visits back here as a friend and artiste but this Sunday will be different for Nameless, real name David Mathenge, as he headlines the revamped Blankets […]
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:51:29
BoU tasks commercial banks to take serious measures against under capitalisation
The Central Bank has tasked commercial banks to implement risk management practices and controls to prevent under capitalization. The Bank’s Director of the Pension and Administration department Ralph Bakashabaruhanga says banks should avoid disappointing and abusing their depositors trust. He advises that commercial banks ensure rigorous internal controls that help them to control fraud among other measures. This follows the closure of Mercantile Credit Bank last week and EFC Uganda in January due to “serious issues that put customer savings at risk. “These institutions failed their depositors, employees and broader financial due to under capitalization, poor cooperate governance and insolvency, these are not isolated incidents these representor preterm of government failures that have been and enduring cause of banking sector […]
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:11:21
Police develops SOPs handbook ahead of 2026 elections.
The Uganda Police Force has developed Standards Operating Procedures (SOP) for its Police officers to remind them their roles and responsibilities while on duty. SOPs give step-by-step instructions needed to perform specific tasks consistently and efficiently. Over time during elections, the Police Force has been accused of abusing the political rights of Opposition politicians. Last month, the Minister of Internal Affairs Kahinda Otafiire passed a directive to the new Police Chief specifically talked of beatings of National Unity Platform leaders and supporters. Speaking at national symposium on the role of security agencies in election in Kampala the commissioner Community Policing at the Uganda Police Force Anatoli Muletelwa, said these will be pocket hand books that will be handed to every […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:55:25
Police officer shot while enforcing bar closure in Nabbingo
City lawyer Pius Kasana has been arrested alongside six others in connection with the shooting and injuring of Police Constable Pascal Musobozi. The incident occurred three days ago when Nabbingo police responded to residents’ complaints about a noisy bar. According to the police, Kasana, who allegedly owns the bar, incited drunken revelers against the police […] The post Police officer shot while enforcing bar closure in Nabbingo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:15:30
Hoima Boss Directs Probe Into Emyooga Fund Mismanagement
[Nile Post] Hoima District chairman Uthuman Mugisha has demanded answers on how Shs60 million Emyooga fund was disbursed to Bugahya constituency performing artists and youth leaders.
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@allafrica Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:15:38
Authorities Detain 2 Ugandan Journalists On Charges of Publishing Without License
[CPJ] Nairobi -- Ugandan authorities should release journalists Dickson Mubiru and Alirabaki Sengooba, drop all criminal charges against them, and take steps to reform laws that can be used to stifle journalism, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Thursday.
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:16:00
African government urged to listen to the youth.
African governments has been advised to address legitimate demands by the youth to avoid escalation of discontent into a Kenya-like situation. The call comes after Kenya youth stormed the streets and even breached and burned part of the parliament building protesting some sticking proposals in the Finance Bill 2024. The violent protests also led to the death of at least 22 people, while over 200 others were injured during Tuesday protests that rocked 35 out of Kenya’s 47 counties. The protests continued yesterday despite withdrawal of the controversial Bill by President William Ruto. Police fired teargas to disperse protesters in the capital Nairobi, who had turned up to express their anger against the government and mourn people killed in earlier […]
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@kfm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:28:51
Uganda Men’s 7’s team arrive in Mauritius.
The Uganda men’s Rugby 7s national team has arrived safely in Mauritius ahead of the Africa Men’s 7s tournament. Team Uganda touched down at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolan international airport in Mauritius aboard Kenya Airways. The team will spend the next two weeks competing in the 2024 Rugby Africa men’s 7s tournament. 12 nations will compete in two rounds of the tournament that will be played for the first time in history in Maputo starting on June 29-30 and July 6-7. The winner will be determined by points collected after the two rounds. The pools for round one are, pool A which consists of Kenya, Nigeria, Madagascar and Mauritius. Pool B has Uganda, Burkina Faso, Tunisia and Cote D’voire while […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:22:23
I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns this Saturday with the ‘Tee For Me’ format at Entebbe Club
The second edition of the I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series is scheduled for this Saturday June 29 at Entebbe Club’s par-71 golf course. As golf enthusiasts anticipate to partake in the event, it promises to be a day filled with competition, camaraderie, and sportsmanship at East Africa’s oldest golf facility.This event holds special significance for […] The post I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns this Saturday with the ‘Tee For Me’ format at Entebbe Club first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:37:34
Equity Bank unlocks SME potential with advisory services, financial knowledge, and networking opportunities
In a move to empower regional small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Equity Bank Uganda has unveiled the Tupange Business Ne Equity initiative. This comprehensive program aims to address the unique challenges faced by SMEs, providing crucial support in credit, innovation, and market access. Following the national budget reading for the financial year 2024/2025, the Bank […] The post Equity Bank unlocks SME potential with advisory services, financial knowledge, and networking opportunities first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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