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@sqoop Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:52:37
After Parliament, Fik Fameica says to ‘lead Uganda music exhibition’
For the past couple of weeks, the Ugandan Parliament has been under public scrutiny for all the wrong reasons through a trending #Parliamentexhibition. In the exhibition, all the dirt has been dug up in parliament, especially money that is not well accounted for. This follows other exhibitions that have been happening including the health and […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:18:43
Annual Kabaka Birthday Run to attract over 110,000 people
The 2024 Kabaka Birthday Run is expected to attract more than 110,000 people, higher than last year’s edition which attracted 100,000 participants. Started in 2013, the run has tackled health issues like fistula and sickle cell disease in the past. The Run is now focused on the fight against HIV/Aids following Kabaka’s appointment as Africa’s Goodwill Ambassador in the fight against the AIDS epidemic by UNAIDS. Speaking to journalists in Kampala, Owek. Robert Waggwa Nsibirwa, the second deputy Katikkiro of Buganda Kingdom said the run is scheduled to take place on Sunday April 7, 2024, at Lubiri Mengo starting 7 AM. Mean, Ms Suzan Nsibirwa, the Managing Director of Nation Media Group says this year’s run underscores the importance of promoting […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:34:44
Four pupils perish in Busia school dormitory fire
By David Awori Four pupils perished after a fierce fire destroyed a boys’ dormitory in which they were sleeping at Victory Nursery and Primary School in Busia district on Sunday evening. According to Stephen Ojambo, the school head teacher, two other pupils are admitted in hospital with severe burn injuries. He says bodies of the deceased have been taken to Busia health Center IV for a postmortem examination. The cause of the fire that is said to have broken out at about midnight is being investigated.
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:27:54
‘Prophet’ jailed 40 years for defiling, infecting 17-year-old with HIV
A born-again “prophet,” has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for impregnating a 17-year-old girl with whom he fathered twins and infected her with HIV. Prophet Elijah James Kimera, 35, of Faith Centre Church of All Nations at Lusanja in Wakiso has been sentenced by High Court Judge Margaret Mutonyi. Prosecution’s key evidence revealed that the victim’s mother was a member of Prophet Elijah’s church who engaged in sexual relations with the church leader, resulting in the birth of two children. The victim, then studying in senior three, was later introduced to the prophet for spiritual guidance and also became a choir member. It is reported that Prophet Elijah had sexual intercourse with the victim in the car on […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:24:46
High Court confirms charges against suspects in Gen Wamala attack
The High Court’s International Crimes Division has confirmed terrorism charges against six suspects in connection with the June 2021 shooting of Gen.Edward Katumba Wamala, the Minister of Works and Transportation. The confirmed charges include: terrorism, murder, attempted murder, aggravated robbery, rendering support to a terrorist organisation, terrorist financing and belonging to a terrorist organization. The accusations stem from events that occurred on June 1, 2021, between 8am and 9am at Kisaasi Central Zone in Kampala District. The prosecution contended that during this time frame, the accused persons orchestrated the fatal shooting of Nantongo Brenda, the daughter of Gen. Katumba Wamala, along with his driver, Sgt. Haruna Kayondo. General Edward Katumba Wamala and Mucunguzi Boniface were also injured during the attack. […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:32:57
Burora hands over office, vows to continue fight against corruption
Embattled Rubaga Division Deputy Resident City Commissioner (RCC), Anderson Burora has vowed to continue with his fight against corruption, days after being suspended. Burora handed over the office and instruments of power to the care-taker Doreen Keita Kagabi, who is also doubles as the current Deputy Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Kampala City. Speaking of journalists on Monday, March 18, 2024, Burora noted that he is not terrified, noting that whatever he has been doing was in President Museveni and the country’s interest. He thus vowed to continue naming and shaming corrupt government officials. “It’s not about the office/Job as Madam Anita thought, It’s about the Service. I had all the options to choose the Job or to remain true […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:01:47
Police attribute Busia school fire to possible arson
By David Awori The police have linked the Busia school fire that claimed the lives of four pupils this morning to possible arson. The fierce fire that gutted the boys’ dormitory at Victory Nursery and Primary school in Busia Town is believed to have started at about midnight while the pupils were asleep. Moses Mugwe, the Bukedi South police spokesman, says preliminary investigations point to possible arson. “We are reliably informed that this dormitory was accomodating 62 male juvenile pupils with some from the upper section and lower classes. Our preliminary findings reveal that while these pupils were resting in their dormitory, someone dropped something and it was lit with fire. No sooner had one of the pupils seen it […]
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@kfm Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:11:08
Police double bounty for suspect in Ndiga clan head murder
Priscila Maloba Police have increased to Shs20 million the bounty for anyone who brings forth information about Bbosa Lugya Tabula, a key suspect wanted to help in investigations into the killing of the head of Ndiga (Sheep) clan of Buganda Kingdom. Daniel Bbosa was gunned down by assailants riding on a motorcycle in Lungujja, Rubaga Division in Kampala on February 25. “We are continuing to investigate the murder of Bbosa and we are continuing to receive information from the public. We came up with a reward of about Shs10 million. We have people who have rang us and provided information, but the information has not been credible,” Mr Fred Enanga, the police spokesperson, said yesterday in Kampala. “The Directorate of […]
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@kfm Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:00:34
50% of new leprosy cases registered in West Nile
The Ministry of Health is concerned that up to 50% of the new leprosy cases registered in the country are in the West Nile region. The Director of Health Services at the Ministry of Health Dr. Charles Olaro says currently, six districts including Yumbe, Nebbi, Adjumani, and Zombo are contributing to the disease burden in the country. Three decades ago, Uganda achieved the target of eliminating leprosy as a public health problem, but over the past five years, the country has seen a reverse of this progress. He says that between 2017 and 2022, the country registered an increase in the number of leprosy cases, growing by nearly threefold from 121 to 518, 13% of these being children. Leprosy is […]
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@kfm Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:33:55
President Museveni in Dokolo today
President Museveni who doubles as the ruling National Resistance Movement Party national Chairperson is expected in Dokolo today to drum up support for Janet Adong the party flag bearer in the district woman Parliamentary by-election. According to the NRM’s director of communications Emmanuel Dombo, two rallies will be held on this last day of the campaigns ahead of the Thursday’s by-election. Five candidates are in the race to replace the late Cecilia Ogwal who died on January 18th. They include the deceased’s daughter Dr Rosemary Alwoc who is on the FDC ticket, UPC’s Sarah Aguti, Dr Esther Akullo an independent as well as Harriet Ageno of the National Unity Platform. Meanwhile other political party big wigs too are in the […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:10:00
Vinka, Karole Kasita thrill fans at Absa KH3 – 7 Hills Run
In the heart of the scenic 7 Hills, the Absa KH3 – 7 Hills Run transcended from a mere marathon into a mesmerizing fusion of athleticism and artistry. Amidst the pulsating rhythm of pounding feet and cheering spectators, two luminaries from the realm of music—Vinka and Karole Kasita—took center stage, elevating the event to unprecedented […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:00:00
Over 5,000 runners conquer Absa KH3-7 Hills Marathon, supporting girls’ education
Over 5,000 runners participated in the Absa KH3-7 Hills Run marathon held on Sunday. The annual marathon challenges runners to traverse the length of the proverbial 7 hills that make up Kampala City. Proceeds from the run, dubbed “Run Her Race” and organized by Absa Bank Uganda and Kampala Hash House Harriers (KH3), will go […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:29:42
“It’s been two months,” Pastor Bugingo questions why police haven’t arrested suspects in his attack where his bodyguard was killed
Pastor Aloysius Bugingo of House of Prayer Ministries has questioned why the police and other investigation security agencies have not yet arrested any suspects in an alleged assassination attempt against him, which happened on January 2, 2024, resulting in the death of his bodyguard, Richard Muhumuza. While leading prayers at House of Prayer Ministries in […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:04:21
Kerry opens new manufacturing facility in Uganda to serve food & beverage manufacturers
Kerry, a world leader in taste and nutrition, is expanding its footprint in East Africa with the opening of a factory in Uganda to support local food and beverage manufacturers. Located in Mukabya Road, Kampala, the 1,000m2 facility will expand Kerry’s capacity in the region. The investment is an example of Kerry’s commitment to Africa […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:14:47
VIDEO: Prophet Kakande to charge Shs1 million to pray for your dreams to come true; social media reacts
Prophet Samuel Kakande of the Synagogue Church of Nations, located along Mulago Kubiri roundabout, has asked his followers to send in their prayer requests, but they must come with a fee of $300 (about Shs1.1 million). In the video making the rounds on social media, Prophet Kakande asked his followers to write down their dreams […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:41:21
How security guard foiled armed robbery at forex bureau in Nakawa
A security guard attached to Cheetah Security Group has foiled an armed robbery at his guard point, Tonix Forex Bureau, located in Makonzi zone, Bukoto I Parish, in Nakawa Division. The incident occurred last Friday at around 1 am. The security guard, identified as Odongo Moses, reportedly fired two shots at two thugs who were […]
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@sqoop Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:17:04
Kampala and Irish community embrace Irish spirit with Guinness for St Patrick’s Day
Last night, the Irish community in Kampala gathered in Kololo at the esteemed residence of their Ambassador, H.E Kevin Colgan for yet another unforgettable celebration of St Patrick’s Day. The annual festival, celebrated worldwide, brought together the growing Irish community alongside distinguished dignitaries of Uganda such us the Chief Guest, Hon Jeje Abubakher Odongo, Minister […]
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