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@sqoop Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:59:37
UNCC Jam Sessions returns
The Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC) aka National Theatre has for years not only entertained music lovers through The Jam Session but also greatly contributed to the music careers of the music stars whose music you enjoy today. After a big break, the live music show returns tonight at the UNCC partnered with Music, Life […]
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@kfm Mon, 12 Feb 2024 15:46:53
Three killed in Rubanda road crash
A fatal road crash in Rubanda district along the Kabale-Kisoro road has claimed three lives. The deceased have been identified as Nelson Nkurunziza, 36, Gideon Nsenga, 27, and Micheal Nsanzimuhire Micheal, 26. Kigezi region police spokesperson, Mr Elly Maate says the crash involved a Tata truck registration number UAQ 111W whose driver is on the run. It is alleged that the said motor vehicle was from Isingiro heading to Kisoro loaded with sacks of Irish potatoes, maize seeds and about four passengers. He says upon reaching the sharp corner at Rwarubaya along Kabale-Kisoro road, the driver lost control of the truck while negotiating a sharp corner and overturned on the left side of the road. “Three passengers were covered by […]
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@kfm Mon, 12 Feb 2024 18:12:49
Politics inside NUP and its national agenda
In this episode of the KFM Hot Seat, Kwezi Tabaro hosts Mr David Lewis Rubongoya, a lawyer and Secretary General of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) for a conversation about politics inside the party and their national agenda. Listen to the podcast below;
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@kfm Tue, 13 Feb 2024 03:51:15
Hacker arrested for stealing millions from mobile money agents
Police in Mukono district have arrested a man suspected of hacking into a mobile money system and causing the loss of millions of shillings. Police identified the suspect as Kaporonyo Sabiiti, a 48-year-old resident of Namugongo in Wakiso district. The suspect was arrested by Mukono police where is being detained. The suspect allegedly made millions of shillings from hacking into mobile money agents’ systems in Mukono, Jinja, Misindye, Kiira division, Kinoni, and Nagalama, among others, the police said in a social media post. Police say the suspect had customized his car registration number plates, believing his car movements would not be detected. “An immediate search led to the recovery of 4 airtel lines and a hacking machine. His motor vehicle, […]
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@kfm Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:34
Activists speak out on police officer accused of raping suspect
By Tausi Nakato Human rights activities have condemned the act of police officer who allegedly raped a female suspect in one of the Police posts in Jinja District. Kiira Region Police Station, Mr James Mubi identified the suspect as Police Constable, Salim Mugoya attached to Namaganga Police post in Busedde Sub County in Jinja District. Mr Mubi said the suspect is currently on the run after the incident. “We have recorded all the relevant statements, we have a medical examination report on the file , the scene of crime was revisited and the suspects’ home searched but we didn’t find him there,’’ he said. Mubi said they can’t allow such officers who tarnish the image of the police force. Ms Rose […]
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@kfm Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:26:01
Chelsea late show deepens Crystal Palace crisis
By AFP Conor Gallagher struck twice to condemn his former club Crystal Palace to a damaging 3-1 defeat on Monday and keep Chelsea in the hunt for European football next season. The injury-ravaged Eagles were on course for a huge win in their battle to remain in the Premier League when Jefferson Lerma’s long-range strike opened the scoring. But Palace have won just three times in 19 games and were undone late on after Gallagher equalised within two minutes of the second half. Gallagher fired home his second of the night and Enzo Fernandez added the third in stoppage time to lift Chelsea up to 10th and within two points of seventh. Defeat leaves Palace still just five points above […]
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@kfm Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:37:57
Millions of HIV-positive Ugandans under PEPFAR support
The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Uganda Country Director, Ms Mary Borgman has revealed that a total of 1.4 million Ugandans living with HIV/Aids are being supported under the US-funded PEPFAR programmes. Speaking to journalists in Kampala, Borgman said thousands more receive prevention treatment. She added that the American government has invested heavily in making sure that services are accessible across the Country. The US Mission in Uganda has revealed that over 600,000 deaths have been avoided through PEPFAR programmes being implemented in different health facilities across the country in a period of over 20 years. The same programme has also prevented over 500,000 transmissions of HIV/Aids and over 250,000 children borne HIV/Aids free. This was disclosed […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:50:07
Hacker arrested for stealing millions from mobile money agents
Police in Mukono district, together with the Crime Intelligence task team, have arrested a man suspected of hacking into a mobile money system and causing the loss of millions of shillings. Police identified the suspect as Kaporonyo Sabiiti, a 48-year-old resident of Namugongo in Wakiso district. According to the police, the suspect made millions of […]
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@chimpreports Mon, 12 Feb 2024 17:40:10
BIG STORY: Congolese Fighter Jets Thwart M23 Rebel Attempt to Seize Sake
The Congolese armed forces have used Sukhoi-25 warplanes to thwart the M23 rebels’ spirited advance on strategic city of Sake. This is the second time in less than a fortnight that the rebels are being defeated in their attempts to seize Sake, which is intended to be an essential point in the defence of Goma. …
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@chimpreports Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:11:06
South Africa to Deploy 2,900 Troops in DRC to Fight M23 Rebels
South Africa is set to deploy 2,900 troops to help the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) defeat M23 rebels and other militia groups operating in the mineral-rich eastern part of the country. “In fulfilling South Africa’s international obligation towards the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission to support the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), President …
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@chimpreports Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:26:50
Pallisa: 5 Family Members Arrested Over Brutal Murder of Sister-in-Law
Police have arrested five suspects involved in the brutal murder of Hellen Asekenye, a 46-year-old peasant from Ogurutapu village in Pallisa district, eastern Uganda. The tragedy unfolded after Asekenye was accused by her brothers-in-law of being responsible for her husband’s death. She was arrested and subsequently released on police bond. Uganda Police spokesperson, Fred Enanga …
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@chimpreports Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:38:02
Police Speak Out as IGP Ochola’s Contract Nears Expiry Date
Police have dismissed as ‘disinformation’ reports suggesting internal conflicts within the police leadership over the succession of the Inspector General of Police, Martins Okoth Ochola. “Such allegations are unfounded,” said Police spokesperson Fred Enanga, adding, “The rigorous and impartial process involved in selecting the IGP, prioritises competence, leadership skills, and administrative capabilities.” Ochola’s contract is …
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@chimpreports Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:48:14
Ugandan Prepares for Mass National ID Renewal Exercise
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has urged the public to embrace the upcoming mass registration and renewal of national identity cards. NIRA spokesperson Osborn Mushabe said the renewal process presents an opportunity to update people’s national ID details in the system. “Additionally, new ID cards will incorporate features such as IRIS and other …
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