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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 15:01:29
Government commissions construction materials testing laboratory in Karamoja
The government, through the Ministry of Works and Transport has commissioned a construction materials-testing laboratory in Karamoja sub region. The Moroto Regional Materials Testing Laboratory, located in Nawanatau Village in Loputuk Sub County will help in the testing of construction of materials to ensure suitability for construction purposes and also enhance research through identification and mapping of materials sources in the region. Musa Ecweru the Minister of State for Works, says the new laboratory, sitting on a 13- acre piece of land is expected to serve the construction industry in the Karamoja Sub-Region and other neighbouring districts since existing laboratories are located far off. “We have been rushing so much to do construction of all types including road construction without […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 14:31:29
Uganda AIDS Commission boss warns of likely increase in HIV infections in Hoima City
The Uganda Aids Commission has warned about the likelihood of increased HIV/AIDs infections in the oil-rich city Hoima City, as Uganda moves towards commercialization of its oil and gas. The warning has been sounded by Dr. Nelson Musoba, the Commission’s Director General while speaking to journalists at Parliament, after his meeting with legislators on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE). Dr. Musoba noted that prevalence rates are usually determined by activities taking place in different regions and with the highly anticipated commercial oil production in Hoima City, many workers will leave their spouses home and interact with people whose HIV status they are not aware of, thus increasing their risk of being infected with the virus. […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 14:09:14
Stop joining politics for money, ANT’s Gen Muntu warns.
The opposition Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) leader, Gen. Mugisha Muntu has warned Uganda’s youth against joining politics for money. Muntu was speaking during one of the party’s grassroot mobilization activities in Agola and Nakatunya Sub Counties in Soroti city. Addressing local party leaders, Gen Muntu has warned that those who are in politics for money often end up disappointing their voters. He emphasises the need to prioritize the voices and needs of the people who trust them with their votes. “We have just been to west Nile, Zombo and from there we went to amur district and then Gulu it is our intention to tour every sub-county until we get honest men and women I leadership not only at […]
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@sqoop Thu, 23 May 2024 13:09:39
Uganda’s Joseph Opio wins 2024 Sports Emmy award
Ugandan comedian Joseph Opio’s documentary film ‘The World According to Football Showtime’ has won in the Outstanding Writing-Long Form category in the 45th Sports Emmy Awards. The five-part docuseries was nominated alongside Hard Knocks: Training Camp With The New York Jets, The Crossover: 50 Years of Hip Hop and Sports, All Access and Chasing Gold: […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 13:10:13
FIBA Afrobasket Zone V U18 qualifiers launched
By Gistin Angakarukiremu FUBA has today launched the FIBA Afrobasket Zone V U18 qualifiers which will be hosted by Uganda from 9th to 14th June, 2024. According to FUBA General Secretary Hudson Ssegamwenge 10 countries have already confirmed participation. The campaign that will be held at the Lugogo indoor arena will see Kenya, Somalia, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Eritrea, Burundi, Ethiopia and Sudan take part. The tournament is for both genders but it is not yet clear which countries will field both teams. The tournament will also act as a qualifier for the FIBA Afrobasket U18 that will take place in South Africa later this year. Speaking at the launch event in Kampala, Ssegamwenge added that the main target for […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 13:31:25
Government revitalizes district Integrity Promotion Forums
Government has today re-launched the District Integrity Promotion Forums (DIPF) in Acholi sub region. Through the Directorate for Ethics and Integrity, the forums are mandated to promote ethical conduct in local governments, unblock service delivery bottlenecks in districts as well as fight corruption at local governments. According to the Directorate’s Permanent Secretary (PS) Alex B Okello re-invigorating the performance of the district integrity promotion boards will go a long way in curbing corruption by pro-action. He was in Kitgum district where DIPFs from Acholi East districts of Lamwo, Kitgum, Agago, Kitgum Municipality convened for the re-launch. “This is the forum which is directed to establish at the district level, it is supposed to be looking at why service delivery is […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 13:38:16
LOP Welcomes censure of four commissioners over service award
The Leader of Opposition (LOP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has welcomed the motion for the censure of four Commissioners of Parliament, spearheaded by the ruling National Resistance Movement legislators. Speaking to journalists at Parliament, Ssenyonyi said this move should dispel public arguments suggesting that the National Unity Platform’s (NUP) criticism of the service award was a personal attack on his predecessor, Mathias Mpuuga, rather than a call to address the irregularities surrounding the award. His remarks followed a pronouncement by MPs, led by Lwemiyaga County’s Theodore Ssekikubo, who called for the removal of all MPs on the Parliamentary Commission over the Shs500M they received earlier. Ssenyonyi stated that he is glad the issue has now gone beyond just the NUP, as it […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 13:41:19
Parliament Vets IGP and Deputy IGP
The Appointments Committee has today vetted the new Inspector General of Police (IGP) and his deputy, appointed recently by President Museveni. Over the weekend, the president appointed Abbas Byakagaba police Chief, replacing Martins Okoth Ochola, who retired two months ago, and James Ochaya as his deputy. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door vetting exercise, the Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi said he declined to cast his vote in favor of their appointment until the duo furnishes parliament with a comprehensive plan on how they will address disgraceful living conditions for the offiers. He emphasized the need to improve the welfare of security forces, particularly their living conditions as well as issues relating to their exodus SACCO. Ssenyonyi stressed that addressing […]
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@kfm Thu, 23 May 2024 12:56:17
Enhancement of revenue mobilization critical
The ministry of finance says it is working on a comprehensive strategy to enhance domestic revenue mobilization in the financial year 2024-25. Finance state minister Amos Lugoloobi says part of domestic revenue mobilization will entail implementation of strategies aimed at mobilizing revenue collection in the cities and Local Governments. Lugoloobi also reveals plans to enhance the scope of audit to promote good governance, transparency and effective accountability in the management and use of public resources. He adds that the 2024 National Housing and Population Census data will be augmented by relevant surveys and production of high frequency indicators aligned to the National Development Plan (NDP) IV to provide the Country’s Medium-Term strategic direction, development priorities and implementation strategies for the […]
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@allafrica Thu, 23 May 2024 12:00:15
Qcil Records 68 Percent Growth in Net Profit to Shs32 Billion
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Quality Chemical Industries Limited (QCIL) has reported a 68% growth in net profit to Shs32 billion for the year ended March 31, 2024, driven by enhanced manufacturing efficiencies and reduced raw material costs.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 23 May 2024 11:18:00
From Mrs. Mugume back to Sasha Ferguson: What is really happening between Canary Mugume and his wife, Sasha?
For weeks now, the marriage between media personality Canary Mugume and his wife, Fiona Nagirinya alias Sasha Ferguson, has been under scrutiny by social media “in-laws,” with many alleging that the two are no longer together as they have decided to take different paths. Though Canary is still keeping his cards very close to his […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 23 May 2024 11:42:07
Photos: Eighth Pearl Of Africa Tourism Expo opens in a traditional affair at Munyonyo
The eighth Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) is on at the new Speke Convention Centre in Munyonyo. The expo kicked off with a traditional themed dinner that was addressed by Vice President Jessica Alupo who represented President Yoweri Museveni. Museveni, in a speech read for him by Alupo emphasised the importance of partnership between […]
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