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@sqoop Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:39:53
Etania and I have been dating for almost a year – Joshua Baraka
On Sunday, Etania Mutoni hinted on the Kampala Crème show that she and singer Joshua Baraka were indeed dating. There has been a rumor of a romance between the two, but nothing concrete has been revealed. In an interview with BBS TV, Joshua was asked if he had a girlfriend, and he replied yes. Having […]
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@sqoop Thu, 22 Feb 2024 18:21:49
Joshua Baraka excited to join Bien’s European tour
Bien from Sauti Sol is embarking on his European tour titled ‘Alusa Why Are You Topless?’ Supporting acts include Ugandan Joshua Baraka and Kenyan-Ugandan Xenia Manasseh at the show. Going by Bien’s reputation and brand in East Africa, this is a big deal for Baraka whose music career is blossoming especially on a global scale […]
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@sqoop Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:00:43
People know me for acting rather than being Miss Uganda – Ellah
Back in action: It has been years since we last saw Stella Nantumbwe, aka Ellah, in action and just when we thought she had chosen a different path in life, she is back. The actress says she agreed to the script and later role in Sabotage because it was unique and made an effort to […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 09:00:50
Uganda is ripe for change, says Besigye
Former presidential candidate, Dr. Kizza Besigye, claims that the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government is currently at its weakest point and that Uganda is ready for change. He made the remarks at the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction’s National Council Meeting held on Wednesday in Kampala. Besigye urged all change-seeking forces to organize themselves and push for the transformation that Ugandans have long desired. Meanwhile, the faction’s interim president, Erias Lukwago, presented a report to the Council highlighting the progress and actions undertaken by the party since their last Delegates Conference in September 2023. During this conference, the FDC Najjanankumbi leadership led by Eng. Patrick Amuriat was suspended. Lukwago noted that the Party has, among other things, […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 09:54:22
Umeme exit: MPs query govt preparedness to manage electricity
A section of legislators has questioned government’s readiness to manage the electricity sector after Umeme’s exit in March 2025. The concern was raised by Nyendo-Mukungwe Division MP, Mathias Mpuuga, who wondered why the bills to rationalize the energy sector weren’t included. This comes after government hinted at merging the three existing electricity companies into one entity. In December 2022, the government officially informed Umeme that it would not renew its contract beyond March 2025. Upon Umeme’s concession ending, the government intends to establish a single entity named the Uganda National Electricity Company (UNEC). The move suggests a return to the monopoly formerly held by the Uganda Electricity Board, which was split up in 1999 to create the Electricity Regulatory Authority, […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:37
Dani Alves: Record-setting footballer convicted of rape
By AFP Dani Alves once said he would “play until I’m 50” if someone threatened his record of trophies won, but his career was brought to a halt in January 2023, when UNAM of Mexico released him after the Brazilian was charged with rape. He was found guilty of raping a young woman at a Barcelona nightclub in December 2022 and was sentenced to four and a half years in prison by a Spanish court on Thursday. Between his debut for Esporte Clube Bahia in Brazil aged 18 in 2001 and his last game for the Pumas in January 2023 aged 39, Alves played almost 1,000 competitive games for club and country, accumulating trophies. “I have the greatest list of […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:50:21
Parliament’s legal committee halts consideration of rationalisation Bills
The Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee has halted the consideration of rationalisation Bills under its docket, after MPs discovered that the certificate of financial implication issued by the Ministry of Finance didn’t indicate the cost implication of abolishing or merging some agencies. This followed a concern raised by Ibrahim Ssemujju, the MP for Kira Municipality who pointed out that although section 76 of the Public Finance Management Act 2015, stipulates that a certificate of financial implication must include the revenue estimates any bill would have on the economy, the certificates issued by the Ministry of Finance on rationalisation Bills did not indicate any cost implications, yet there will be need to compensate the affected staff. “You see the framers of […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:30:52
Authorities want Nalufenya children’s hospital upgraded
By Philip Wafula & Denis Edema Authorities at Jinja regional referral hospital want Nalufenya children’s hospital upgraded to a national pediatric hospital in order to handle the surge in patients. The director of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, Dr Alfred Yayi, says they are overwhelmed by the number of patients referred to Nalufenya (hospital), whose bed capacity can only accommodate 80 patients, but currently requires 250 beds. According to Dr Yayi, the hospital last year wrote to the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, requesting for an upgrade of the facility to a national children’s referral hospital, and management has been guided to ratify some information. Jinja regional referral hospital receives about 9,000 outpatients monthly, with about 6,000 of them […]
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@kfm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:09:46
Govt pledges to support investors in pharmaceuticals
The Ministry of Health has committed to supporting investors in pharmaceuticals in efforts to reduce health expenditure on importation for the same. According to Dr. Seru Morries, the Commissioner, Pharmaceuticals and Natural Medicines at the Ministry of Health, 85% of pharmaceutical products used in Uganda are imported mainly from India. While launching the 3rd Uganda Pharma Health Care International expo held at the Uganda Manufactures’ Association (UMA) grounds in Kampala, Health minister Dr. Ruth Aceng told delegates that government had availed land in industrial parks for those willing to venture into local pharmaceutical manufacturing. “The government has put up several policies and incentives to support this strategy. Many of you are aware of the public-private partnership in health, we also […]
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@kfm Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:47:25
Senegal President says mandate will end on April 2
By AFP Senegal’s President Macky Sall said Thursday his mandate would end as planned on April 2, but left open the new date for a presidential election which he postponed earlier this month. Sall has faced a clamour to set a date for the vote after his abrupt delay to the February 25 election triggered weeks of crisis. Amid simmering social and political tensions, the president put off a decision on the date until after a political dialogue due to begin on Monday. In an apparent move to pacify public opinion, Sall also said he would consider releasing imprisoned opposition figures Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye. “On April 2, 2024, my mission ends at the head of Senegal,” the […]
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@matookerepublic Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:52:50
Namboole to host 2024 and 2025 Rugby Africa Cup editions
Uganda has been named as the host nation by Africa Rugby for the 2024 and 2025 editions of the Rugby Africa Cup. The development was announced by the State Minister of Sports, Peter Ogwang, on Thursday. “Africa Rugby has unanimously accepted Uganda’s bid to host the 2024 and 2025 editions of the Rugby Africa Cup […]
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:53:19
Opinion: NRM Historicals Ought to Support the Patriotic League of Uganda
By Dr. Gukiina Joshua (PhD) Tel.no: 0781 501 409 Dear historicals; on behalf of the same minded Patriotic League Fraternity, permit me to express our profound gratitude to you all for your memorable contribution to the struggle to liberate Uganda and Africa in general. We are indeed proud of you because, until now, this initiative …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:59:09
Wesotinge with MTN MoMo: A Deep Dive into Financial Solutions for All
MTN MoMo’s Wesotinge campaign promises a revolution in financial accessibility for Ugandans, offering a diverse suite of loan and savings options under one convenient platform. But with so many offerings, navigating the options can be daunting. This article delves deeper into the Wesotinge campaign, unpacking each partner’s offerings and empowering you to make informed financial …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:04:01
Uganda Hippos: Byekwaso names traveling roster for Dire Cup
Uganda Hippos Head Coach Morley Byekwaso has revealed the 23-man squad for the Dire Cup in Ethiopia. The invitational tournament is a crucial preparatory tournament preceding the All Africa Games 2023 Tournament in Accra, Ghana. After an intensive six-day camp of immense training at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, the team will have a trial …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:09:10
Finacle: I&M Bank moves to enhance efficiency through digital transformation
I&M Bank Uganda has taken a major step in its digital transformation journey by upgrading its Core Banking System to Finacle, a more robust and versatile application. The move, which comes at a time when the regional financial services provider is preparing to celebrate fifty years as a leader in the banking sector, will enhance …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:15:13
Victoria Pearls Head To ICWC Omtex Academy For Training Tour
The Victoria Pearls have traveled to the ICWC Omtex Academy for a 12 day training camp, as they prepare for the All Africa Games in Ghana and T20 Global World Cup Qualifiers in Dubai. The training tour will run from Feb 21st – March 3rd. A team of 15 players has been selected for the …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:28:55
Minister Kaboyo tasks District Local Leaders to Supervise Govt Funds
The Minister of State for Luwero-Rwenzori Triangle, Hon. Alice Kaboyo, has tasked district councillors to demand accountability from their respective district executive officials for the funds sent in from the central government to support the different development programs at the grassroots level. Hon. Kaboyo made the call on Wednesday while meeting scores of councillors from …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:44:40
Councilors, Town clerk lock horns over Shs 130m
The Councilors in Entebbe Division “B” have clashed with the Senior Assistant Town, Fred Dan Lutaaya, accusing him of inflating money meant to renovate the Division Head Offices from Shs 90m to Shs 130m, which they say, as Council they have never passed the said money and have not got an explanation where the extra …
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@chimpreports Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:52:56
Gulu: Achwa Power Project to save locals from black-outs
The State Minister for Energy, Hon. Okasaai Opolot, has commissioned the 83 Megawatts Achwa Hydro Power plant located in Atanga sub-county in Pader district. Speaking at the Commissioning on Wednesday, Hon. Okasaai revealed that the main objective of the project was to evacuate the 83 MW Achwa Hydro Power Plant, which is a strategic transmission …
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