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@sqoop Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:44:18
Private security guards arrested for allegedly threatening Minister Nyamutoro’s life
Police in Rubanda District, western Uganda, have detained five guards from a private security firm for allegedly threatening to shoot Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development, Phiona Nyamutoro, at an illegal mining site. The incident occurred on Thursday at around 10 am when the minister, accompanied by a technical team from the Directorate […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:24:49
B2C, Vinka to headline Bell Roast and Rhyme Nyam on the Nile Edition
Singers Vinka and B2C soldiers are set to grace the roast and rhyme stage happening from the 5th to the 7th of July at Nile Resort in Jinja. Performing for the very first time at roast and Rhyme, the B2C soldiers are excited and promise their fans a wholesome and unforgettable experience as they perform […] The post B2C, Vinka to headline Bell Roast and Rhyme Nyam on the Nile Edition appeared first on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:13:00
Alternative cooking technology reduces costs and emissions in West Nile, Kiryandongo
A total of 26 institutions including schools and a prison in West Nile and Kiryandongo districts have embraced alternative sustainable cooking energy as a result of the intervention of Save the Children with funding from the European Union. With the introduction of Lorena stoves for both household and institutional use, the modified cooking technology has […] The post Alternative cooking technology reduces costs and emissions in West Nile, Kiryandongo appeared first on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:11:19
Pilsner Lager backs 20th edition of Masaza Cup
Pilsner Lager, a product of Uganda Breweries Limited, has announced its support for the Buganda Kingdom Masaza Cup tournament this year. The announcement was made during a media launch held at Bulange Mengo on Wednesday. While addressing the media, the Katikiro of Buganda, Oweek. Charles Peter Mayiga applauded the Pilsner Lager towards the continuous support […] The post Pilsner Lager backs 20th edition of Masaza Cup appeared first on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:47:15
Security guards arrested for attempting to shoot Minister Nyamutoro
Five private security guards have been arrested for allegedly attempting to shoot at State Minister for Minerals, Phiona Nyamutoro. The incident reportedly happened at Butare, Katojo Town Council, Rubanda district this morning, where the minister and mineral officials had gone to inspect iron ore mines in Butare belonging to National Cement Company Limited. Upon arriving […] The post Security guards arrested for attempting to shoot Minister Nyamutoro appeared first on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:13:24
Former ADF Rebels Recount Harrowing Experiences As They Reintegration Into Society
[Nile Post] Former ADF rebels, recently rehabilitated, have shared harrowing accounts of coercion, brutal battles, and their fight for survival. These stories come as 30 former rebels, captured by the UPDF in Congo, are reintegrated, with plans underway for them to start new lives. Among these are 13 Congolese nationals set to be repatriated and 17 Ugandans, five of whom have been granted amnesty certificates.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:11:41
UJA Condemns Detention of Two Journalists, Demands Immediate Release
[Nile Post] The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) has condemned the ongoing detention of two journalists, Arirabaki Sengooba and Dickson Mubiru, from Grape Vine Publications and Ono Bwiino Newspaper.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:00:56
Focus On Savings, Not Small Donations, Kasolo Tells Minister Kasolo Bukedi
[Nile Post] The State Minister for Microfinance, Mr Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo, has urged communities to shift their focus from soliciting small donations to enhancing saving campaigns.
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@sqoop Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:18:15
Celebrating a decade of music: Kalifa Aganaga announces concert date
Ugandan musicians are accustomed to holding concerts throughout the year to give their fans the best but also to make some money. Singer Sadat Mukiibi popularly known as Kalifa Aganaga is the latest to announce a concert date for this year. He made the announcement today during a press conference. The ragga and dancehall artiste […]
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@sqoop Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:32:35
Lt. Gen. Nalweyiso warns musicians: Drop gangs or face consequences
Lt. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso has issued a stern warning to musicians who associate with gangs, urging them to disassociate from such groups or face consequences. The army general believes that this behavior tarnishes the country’s image and promises that the matter will be addressed seriously by all concerned parties, including those in higher authority. In […]
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@sqoop Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:58:46
Music video director Ivash RS alive and well, apologizes for death hoax
Music video director Ivash RS has apologized for the false claims of his death and fraudulent activities that circulated on Monday evening. News of his alleged death in a motor accident spread quickly, causing panic among his acquaintances. However, it was later revealed that the claims were untrue. In a statement, Ivash RS explained that […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:31:00
Student Financing Board visits Victoria University; You can enrol for your degree on a government loan
The July intake is on at Victoria University and if finding fees has been your worry, there is a solution as the Higher Education Student’s Financing Board (HESFB) provides student loans to be paid back when the students find work after their studies. The board was at Victoria University signing up students to take up […] The post Student Financing Board visits Victoria University; You can enrol for your degree on a government loan appeared first on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:52:40
SFC Commander Hails Museveni for Building Strong UPDF
[Nile Post] The Commander of the Special Force Command (SFC), Maj Gen David Mugisha has applauded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who is also the Commander-In-Chief for building a strong and professional army.
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@allafrica Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:52:41
Tororo Emyooga Saccos to Receive Additional Shs20m Each, Says Minister Kasolo
[Nile Post] The State Minister for Microfinance, Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo has said that each Emyooga sacco in Tororo is to receive shs20 million each in addition to the shs30 million earlier given to them as seed capital from government.
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@kfm Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:22:18
Museveni to quiz UIA officials over Shs500m
By Busein Samilu In another move seen as tightening the noose of corrupt government officials, president Museveni is today set to quiz officials of the Uganda Investment Authority over an alleged cash bonanza. More than a dozen officials involved in what has become ‘the honoraria cash saga’, will today appear before the president to explain their role in the controversial payment of Shs545m taken from a loan-funded project. High-placed sources have told Daily Monitor that the seven-member Board, chaired by Morrison Rwakakamba, has also been summoned to State House Entebbe, to explain how the money meant for infrastructural transformation project at Kampala Industrial Park was shared amongst the 14 UIA officials including the Director General, Robert Mukiza. The president last […]
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@kfm Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:42:30
New survey enduring global support for refugees
By Winfred Watenya As Uganda joins in commemoration of the World Refugee today, a new survey has revealed enduring public support for refugees, alongside stark variations in attitudes. The 52-country survey report from Ipsos and UNHCR, released as part of UNHCR’s “Hope Away from Home campaign”, aims to shed light on issues related to refugees and contribute to a better global understanding of public attitudes towards refugees. The survey takes place against a backdrop of unprecedented levels of forced displacement, with more than 120 million people forcibly displaced globally, by May 2024, as a result of persecution, conflict, violence, human rights violations, or events seriously disturbing public order. One of the key findings is that global support for offering refuge […]
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@kfm Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:31:28
World Refugee Day: UN calls for solidarity, inclusion amid record displacement
By Winfred Watenya UN chief António Guterres says with forced displacement at a record high of 110 million people around the world, there should be more solutions to resettle refugees and help them rebuild their lives. He also stressed the need for solidarity with host countries and communities and said Guns must fall silent if the exodus is to stop. Guterres adds that these are individual women, children and men making difficult journeys – often facing violence, exploitation, discrimination and abuse. Youngsters need quality education amid the upheaval, and generous host nations also need resources so that refugees can be fully integrated into society and the labor force according to the UN chief. This year’s world refugee day theme is […]
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