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@kfm Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:49:31
Money robbed from NRM treasurer was mine, not party’s – Businessman
By Philip Wafula & David Awori Hajji Sulaiman Mafabi Lumolo, a Kampala-based businessman, says the money which was reportedly stolen from the house he shares with National Resistance Movement (NRM) party national treasurer, Barbara Nekesa, belonged to him. Over Shs2 billion was allegedly stolen from the couple’s home at Kyeitabya zone, Bukasa parish, Makindye division, Kampala City on December 15, 2023. The 4 am robbery has since led to the arrest of Ivan Lukungu, 26, a boda boda rider, who Police say bought a new Toyota Harrier vehicle, opened a new restaurant, and married a woman using part of the heist. According to Police, while 12 of Lukungu’s accomplices were arrested and remanded to Luzira, he had been on the […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:57:08
24-year-old world marathon record holder Kiptum dies in car crash
Marathon world record-holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach died in a car crash in Kenya on Sunday. Kiptum, aged 24, was on course to become a superstar of long-distance running. According to reports from Kenya, Kiptum and his Rwandan coach, Gervais Hakizimana, were killed in the crash around 11 p.m. The crash occurred on a […]
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@chimpreports Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:37:08
Gen Muhoozi Meets Africa’s Wealthiest Man, Aliko Dangote
The Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has met Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. The meeting took place this past week at the businessman’s residence in Lagos, Nigeria. According to a message released from Gen Muhoozi’s office, the chairman of Dangote group promised to visit Uganda soon. “The duo discussed Mr Dangote’s …
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@matookerepublic Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:09:48
Singer Grenade claims MC Kats offered him Shs20k to quit music
Singer Grenade, whose real name is Deus Ndugwa, has disclosed that, like many other Ugandan musicians, he faced various challenges while starting out his music career. However, one incident he will never forget is when renowned media personality MC Kats gave him Shs20,000 to quit music and return to the village. Speaking during an interview […]
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@sqoop Sat, 10 Feb 2024 14:58:25
Chaos erupts at Zzina awards between Alien Skin and Fik Gaza camps
What seemed to be a night of celebration of Ugandan music turned chaotic when rival gangs clashed at the just concluded Zzina Awards. On Thursday evening at IUEA Auditorium in Kansanga, Alien Skin, and Fik Gaza camps engaged in fighting, resulting in the event being paused for an hour. The chaos started when Fik Gaza […]
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@sqoop Sat, 10 Feb 2024 15:37:11
Opening acts for UB40 ft Ali Campbell concert announced
Bebe Cool, Weasel, Abeeka Band, Navio, Vampino, Party Pipo, Vinka, and Elijah Kitaka are the chosen Uganda artistes to perform the UB40 featuring Ali Campbell highly anticipated show happening on March 2, 2024, at the Kololo Independence Grounds. The concert aimed at showcasing an electrifying fusion of reggae, Afrobeat, and Ugandan musical talent will also […]
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@sqoop Sat, 10 Feb 2024 16:12:28
Tenge Tenge featured on Rich Hassan’s song
With the endorsement of renowned TikToker IShowSpeed after his direct call, to being featured on a song by a big artiste, Uganda’s TikTok sensation Tenge Teng is going places. Nigerian singer, songwriter, and musician Ric Hassani will feature the 11-year-old in a video. ‘I.L.U’ (I Love You) is Tik Toker’s debut feature, making it his […]
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@sqoop Sat, 10 Feb 2024 16:54:16
Uganda’s Faith Patricia Ariokot’s Longest Tree Hug record approved
On January 16, 2024, Ugandan climate change activist Faith Patricia Ariokot amidst pain and tears attempted to break her record for the longest tree hug for the third time. She persevered for 16 hours and 6 minutes. Today, she has received the best news as her application has been considered by the Guinness World Records. […]
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@sqoop Sat, 10 Feb 2024 17:35:23
Maya and Aamal are not my only children – Eddy Kenzo
Singer Eddy Kenzo revealed today that he has more children than the ones the public knows. In spite of the fact that Maya and Aamal Musuuza are in the public eye, Kenzo has decided to remove his family from the media because of the challenges and past experiences he has faced. During an interview with […]
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@sqoop Sun, 11 Feb 2024 08:36:35
MC Gavin ditched the kitchen for emceeing gigs
Briefly, tell us about yourself? I am Johnathan Wanambwa, aka MC Gavin, a seasoned emcee with a decade of experience in hosting events and curating unforgettable experiences. How long have you been an MC? For 10 years. And what makes you different from others? I am a unique blend of versatility, charisma, and a keen […]
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@kfm Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:41:41
McTominay strikes late as Man Utd sink Villa to boost top four bid
By AFP Scott McTominay kept alive Manchester United’s hopes of finishing in the Premier League’s top four as the midfielder’s late goal clinched a vital 2-1 win against Aston Villa on Sunday. Erik ten Hag’s side desperately needed a victory at Villa Park to close the gap in the race to qualify for next season’s Champions League. United took an early lead through in-form Rasmus Hojlund before Douglas Luiz levelled in the second half. That set the stage for United’s second late winner against Villa this term as McTominay came off the bench to head home with just four minutes left. United remain in sixth place after their fourth successive victory in all competitions, but they are now just five […]
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@kfm Mon, 12 Feb 2024 02:37:48
Ivory Coast AFCON triumph ‘more than a fairytale’ for coach Fae
By AFP Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae toasted his team of “miracle survivors” after the host country completed one of the greatest turnarounds in major tournament history to win the Africa Cup of Nations by beating Nigeria 2-1 in Sunday’s final. “It is more than a fairytale. I am struggling to take it all in,” Fae said after Ivory Coast recovered from behind at half-time at the Ebimpe Olympic Stadium to win thanks to goals by Franck Kessie and Sebastien Haller. “When I think about all we have been through, we are miracle survivors. “We never gave up and we managed to come back from so many tough blows.” Sunday’s victory before an official attendance of over 57,000 in Abidjan […]
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@kfm Mon, 12 Feb 2024 02:49:26
Boss of Nigeria’s biggest bank dies in US helicopter crash
By AFP The co-founder of Nigeria’s biggest bank has died in a helicopter crash in the United States along with his wife and son, his company said on Sunday. Access Bank Group CEO Herbert Wigwe was killed when the aircraft crashed in California on Friday, Access Holdings said in a statement. “Dr Wigwe died alongside his wife and son on Friday, February 9, 2024 in a helicopter accident in the United States,” it said. “The entire Access family mourns the loss of Herbert, Doreen and Chizi.” US authorities said two crew members and four passengers were killed. Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said former Nigeria Stock Exchange president Abimbola Ogunbanjo was among the dead, calling the crash “an overwhelming tragedy […]
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@chimpreports Sun, 11 Feb 2024 15:47:05
Swiss Investor Struggles to Import Tigers to Uganda
A local investor in Butambala District, Thomas Price, has appealed to Parliament to intervene in what he termed as frustration from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) for the delayed issuance of the licence to trap specific species of animals. Price, originally from Switzerland, is the proprietor of Conservation Through Commercialisation (CTC), a private conservation, education …
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