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@sqoop Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:12:51
Which chains is Bebe Cool breaking?
Bebe Cool’s last album Go Mama came in 2014 and for many, it was a hit, with songs such as ‘Love You Everyday’, Go Mama, Freedom, Mandela, among others. Ten years later, Bebe Cool is back in studio to do a 15-track album titled Breaking Chains. However, unlike Go Mama, 70 percent of Bebe Cool’s […]
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@sqoop Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:55:55
No concert for Vinka this year
To stage a concert in Uganda, you either have to have a top charting hit, a big catalogue, experience or a good marketing strategy. Vinka has at these. Last year, she had some of the biggest songs, has been doing music for eight years and is signed to Swangz Avenue, one of the biggest record […]
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@sqoop Sat, 16 Mar 2024 15:09:28
Naira Ali breaks silence, announces new music
In a live video clip shared across her social media handles, Naira Ali announced that she’s going to release new music. She mentioned that she will be dropping an Extended Play (EP) on the March 18, 2024. We got in touch with the soul artiste for a one on one and here are the excerpts. […]
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@sqoop Sun, 17 Mar 2024 05:00:30
Celebrating women in theatre
It is March, and it is the month when we celebrate female achievers in different fields. Over the years, in Uganda, different fields such as agriculture, oil and gas, aviation, and other business sectors. Only a few times has there been a focus on the arts, usually, even when they have something on theatre, the […]
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@sqoop Sun, 17 Mar 2024 06:00:59
Hannah Karema: Takes Ugandan fashion to global stage
Last week was a triumphant one for Uganda, particularly the fashion industry as the reigning Miss Uganda Hannah Karema dazzled on the Miss World Stage. Not only did she receive the Beauty with a Purpose crown, she also garnered recognition as the first runner-up for the Miss World Africa crown, showcasing the rich diversity of […]
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@kfm Sat, 16 Mar 2024 05:25:21
Thousands throng Masaka City to welcome Gen Muhoozi
Thousands thronged Liberation Square in Masaka City on Friday to welcome First Son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba who also doubles as the leader of Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), a political group launched a few months ago. Shortly after the launch, State Minister for Microfinance Mr Haruna Kasolo Kyeyune was appointed by General Muhoozi as PLU’s regional coordinator in Greater Masaka. As part of his roles, Mr Kasolo and colleagues hatched a plan to organize the Greater Masaka Bazaar, an event that took place at Liberation Square on Friday, March 15, 2024. The organizers say the event was held to bring Gen Muhoozi closer to his supporters. Mr Kasolo and his team held rallies in regions like Bukomansimbi, Masaka City, Kalungu, […]
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@kfm Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:50:31
Man City’s treble bid hit by De Bruyne injury blow
By AFP Pep Guardiola has revealed Kevin De Bruyne will miss Manchester City’s FA Cup quarter-final against Newcastle as the Belgium midfielder battles to return from injury for the final weeks of his side’s treble chase. De Bruyne has been left out of Belgium’s squad for their forthcoming friendlies against the Republic of Ireland and England because of a groin strain. Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco claimed De Bruyne has been struggling with the problem for the “last few matches”. City boss Guardiola said the 32-year-old felt the injury before he was substituted in the second half of last weekend’s 1-1 draw at Liverpool in the Premier League. De Bruyne had already missed a large chunk of the season after aggravating […]
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@kfm Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:55:39
UN says 5 million at risk of starvation in Sudan
By AFP The United Nations appealed Friday for Sudan’s battling factions to allow delivery of humanitarian relief to fend off looming “catastrophic” hunger. Some five million Sudanese could face calamitous food insecurity in coming months as a nearly yearlong war between rival generals continues to tear the country apart, according to a UN document seen Friday by AFP. The war between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former deputy, Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, has since April last year killed tens of thousands, destroyed infrastructure and crippled the economy. It has also triggered a dire humanitarian crisis and acute food shortages, with the country teetering on the brink of famine. Noting that some 18 million Sudanese are already facing acute food […]
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@kfm Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:35:48
Parliament pokes holes in NUP’s move to replace Mpuuga
Parliament has clarified that a resolution by the National Unity Platform (NUP) National Executive Committee (NEC) alone cannot have a Commissioner of Parliament removed from his or her position. NUP resolved to recall Nyendo-Mukungwe MP, Mathias Mpuuga from Parliamentary Commission on corruption, dishonesty and abuse of office allegations, and nominated Mityana Municipality Member of Parliament Francis Zaake as their new Parliamentary Commissioner. However via his X platform, the Director, Communication and Public Affairs at Parliament, Mr Chris Obore clarified that, “Removal of a Commissioner is governed by the mandatory provisions of Rule 110 of the Rules of Procedure Parliament.” He adds that “This can only be achieved through a motion for a resolution of removal of a Commissioner which must […]
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@kfm Sun, 17 Mar 2024 21:24:54
South Sudan closes schools due to extreme temperatures
The South Sudanese government, through the Ministry of Health, has directed the indefinite closure of schools starting today, Monday, March 18, 2024, due to extended periods of high daytime and nighttime temperatures. A joint statement from the Minister of Health, Yolanda Awel Deng, and the Acting Minister of General Education and Instruction in the Republic of South Sudan, advises parents to also restrict their children from playing outdoors during the school closure. This is in addition to monitoring children, especially young ones, for signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. The government has directed state authorities to strictly enforce these measures. Any school found operating during this period will have its registration revoked. Excessive heat waves pose a significant health risk. […]
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@kfm Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:31:20
Clarke International University pleads for charter
Clarke International University has pleaded with the government of Uganda for a charter that will allow better operation of the institution. The charter had initially been approved by the President Museveni, according to the University Management, where the National Council for higher education was tasked to do the necessary checks to approve it. Speaking during the Institution’s 14th graduation ceremony on Saturday, the Institution’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Rose Clarke Nanyonga, said that they have strived to fulfil the National Council of Higher Education’s requirements for eligibility to receive the charter and that in November last year, they underwent the final assessment inspection to receive it which they have not yet received, further underscoring its importance for the university, in safeguarding the […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 16 Mar 2024 07:56:38
Kagwirawo Sports Betting enhances betting options with website revamp
One of Uganda’s sports betting brands, Kagwirawo Sports Betting, has launched its newly redesigned website, www.kagwirawo.ug, to offer a fresh and user-friendly experience for its customers. With a palette of lighter blue and purple colors, the enhanced website introduces a host of features aimed at elevating the betting experience for users. These include: Expanded Betting […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:10:19
South Sudan closes schools due to extreme heat
The government of South Sudan has announced an indefinite closure of all schools due to heatwaves characterized by very high temperatures ranging between 41 degrees and 45 degrees Celsius. “The government has decided to take the following measures: one, close down all schools with effect from March 18; two, during the closure of the schools, […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:28:07
Charity Gala marks the culmination of St Patrick’s Day festivities in Kampala
Last night, the Irish community in Kampala came together for the culmination of the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, with a charity gala event held at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel gardens. The event, organised by the Irish Society, drew over 300 guests, predominantly comprised of members of the Irish community, to commemorate the rich cultural […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:09:07
VIDEO: Miss Uganda Hannah Karema humorously shares that her father did not watch her at the Miss World pageant because their village has no network
Miss Uganda, Hannah Karema has humorously revealed that her father did not watch her when she represented Uganda at the Miss World pageant because their village has no network. Karema, who was born and raised in Kinoni village, Nakaseke district, said though she’s happy that many Ugandans showed her support while she was in India […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:45:10
Here are tips to cope and stay safe in extreme heat
Isn’t it alarming that every person you meet is complaining about the current extreme heat? While most of us welcome hot weather, when it’s too hot, there are health risks. During extreme heat, it is easy to become dehydrated or for your body to overheat. Heat can cause serious and potentially fatal health problems such […]
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