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@kfm Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:22:49
MK Movement rebrands to Patriotic League of Uganda
First Son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s MK Movement has rebranded to “Patriotic League of Uganda”, a civic organization. This was announced during a Wednesday morning press conference held at the group’s offices in Naguru, Kampala. In a proclamation signed by the group’s central committee member, Michael Mawanda, the Patriotic League of Uganda strives to revive Ugandans’ spirit of good citizenship, national pride, national service, and environment protection among other objectives. The group has underscored national unity, peace, and stability for the country’s development and progress. They say achieving these goals requires a patriotic citizenry that is organized and empowered to contribute to the nation’s socio-economic development. “Therefore, we the MK Movement hereby proclaim the aforementioned objects to be a manifest precondition […]
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@kfm Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:25:31
Medical interns vow to continue strike until demands are met
Medical Interns have vowed to continue with their ongoing strike over low pay, defying pressure from internship centre directors to resume work. On February 1, the Federation for Uganda Medical Interns (FUMI) launched a nationwide strike expressing their dissatisfaction with the government’s disregard for President Museveni’s directive to increase their monthly allowance from Shs1 million to Shs2.4 million. Speaking to journalists in Kampala, Shanita Nankya, the vice president of FUMI noted that it is sad that senior doctors who passed through the same situation are threatening to cancel their appointment letters if they don’t resume work. “Let them call us to find a way on how we can improve the interns’ welfare because we also want to live a decent […]
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@kfm Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:36:28
NDA discovers fake FMD vaccines on market
The National Drug Authority (NDA) says it has recovered fake Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines on the market According to Mr Abiaz Rwamwiri, the NDA spokesperson, the fake drugs were found in Kampala drug shops through a post-market surveillance operation by officials from the Authority. The said fake vaccines include, the Purified FMD Fotivax foot and Mouth disease inactivated vaccine, and the National Veterinary Institute Foot and Mouth Disease Board spectrum vaccine. Rwamwiri says these drugs are not authorized to be on the market. The incident comes at a time when the country is experiencing quarantine enforced by the Ministry of Agriculture, affecting movement in 32 districts where Foot and Mouth disease has been detected. The quarantine restricts the […]
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@kfm Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:31:06
Nigeria reach AFCON final after shootout victory over South Africa
By AFP Substitute Kelechi Iheanacho scored to give Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over South Africa on Wednesday after an Africa Cup of Nations semi-final thriller in Bouake. The match finished 1-1 after extra time and the three-time champions will face hosts Ivory Coast or the Democratic Republic of Congo, who meet later, in the final on Sunday. Both regular-time goals also came from penalties with captain William Troost-Ekong scoring after 67 minutes for Nigeria and Teboho Mokoena equalised from a 90th-minute spot-kick. The Mokoena equaliser came after Nigeria thought they had scored a second goal through a tap-in from star forward Victor Osimhen. But play was called back to the other end of the field after VAR alerted the Egyptian […]
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@kfm Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:38:00
Ivory Coast run to AFCON final ‘like a dream’ for coach Fae
By AFP Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae described his team’s achievement in winning through to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations as being “like a dream” after the tournament hosts beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 in Wednesday’s last-four encounter. Sebastien Haller scored the only goal of the game in the 65th minute at the Ebimpe Olympic Stadium to take Ivory Coast through to Sunday’s final against Nigeria. It is a remarkable turnaround for the Elephants, who were on the brink of elimination after losing 4-0 to Equatorial Guinea at the same stadium in their final group match on January 22. “We are happy, we’re really moved. It’s like a dream, when you go back two weeks […]
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@kfm Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:04:54
Tracking judicial independence and accountability
Patrick Kamara hosts former Magistrate Dr Sylvia Namubiru Mukasa and Senior Presidential Advisor Mr Moses Byaruhanga on the KFM Hot Seat show to discuss Uganda’s judicial independence and accountability. The Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, and High Court closed for a week beginning February 5 to allow judges and registrars attend the Judges conference in Kampala. Listen to the podcast below;
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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:11:52
China opens VISA Centre in Kampala for ordinary passport holders
China has opened a visa center in Kampala for ordinary passport holders, aiming to reduce congestion at the main embassy. The center, launched by Chinese Ambassador to Uganda H.E. Zhang Lhizong, streamlines travel for Ugandan nationals travelling to China for business and other activities. “Starting from January 31 (Wednesday), 2024, the embassy will entrust the […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:08:52
From Swimming to Sprinting: Solomon Kampala shares his journey to track athletics
Solomon Kampala, the son of renowned politician and musician Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, better known as Bobi Wine, has opened up about his journey through various sports disciplines before finding his true passion in track athletics. Currently residing in Texas, United States of America, Solomon made his competitive debut in March 2023 in Dubai, marking the […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:34:48
Why gov’t wants fuel stations constructed near each other to merge
The government is set to initiate an operation targeting fuel station operators who have flouted established standards for their establishments. Primarily, those who have erected stations in road reserves and in closer proximity to one another than regulations allow will be subject to scrutiny. This announcement comes from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:03:24
Who is Julia Sebutinde? The new Vice President of the International Court of Justice
Ugandan judge Julia Sebutinde has been elected as the Vice-President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Sebutinde replaces Kirill Goratsiyevich Gevorgian in the top seat where she will serve for a term of three years. The Court will be led by Lebanese Nawaf Salam as president. Judge Sebutinde has been a Member of the […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:17:24
Kisenyi criminal gang leader shot dead
The Kisenyi criminal gang leader, identified as Dog Kanyanya, has succumbed to bullet wounds he sustained during a police operation last weekend. According to Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, Kanyanya was shot in the legs as he attempted to fight police officers. This occurred during a police operation conducted by officers from […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:22:28
Travis Mutyaba, his management team to receive Shs2 billion from deal with Egyptian Giants Zamalek
One of Uganda’s brightest teenage talents, Travis Mutyaba, has taken a major leap in his career by joining Zamalek, one of Egypt’s powerhouse clubs. The 18-year-old attacking midfielder was officially unveiled on Monday, signing a lucrative four-year contract that marks the beginning of his journey in the North African country. Mutyaba wasted no time integrating […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:25:44
24-year-old man in Mbale ‘puts’ his kidney up for sale to solve financial constraints
A 24-year-old man in Mbale has put his kidney up for sale to raise money and lessen his financial constraints. Abdul Azizi Wandulu made this unusual plea to Uganda Martyrs University lecturer Jimmy Spire Ssentongo. “Hello Spire, help me advertise my kidney for sale to whoever is willing so I can settle my financial constraints. […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:51:28
Navio working on projects with two Nigerian artistes
Hip-hop artist Daniel Kigozi, also known as Navio, was among the attendees at this year’s Grammy Awards ceremony held on Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Ugandan hip-hop artist attended the event by invitation, thanks to his global connections. According to exclusive sources close to the artist, Navio is gearing up for […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:05:28
Photos: Bobi Wine’s brother Chairman Nyanzi shows off new mansion
The Ssentamu family is slowly but surely becoming well-known for their ownership of extravagant mansions. First, it was Bobi Wine, also known as Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, followed by Banjo Man, Eddy Yawe, Mikie Wine, and Darx Vibes. Now, their elder brother, Chairman Nyanzi Ssentamu, is also currently enjoying the best of his life. Just a few […]
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@chimpreports Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:20:54
UCC Launches New Solar-Powered Telecom Site
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has launched a new solar-powered telecom site in Lapono, Agago district to address network access gaps. The site was launched on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 by UCC executive director Nyombi Thembo together with the Minister of ICT Hon. Chris Baryomunsi. The site is under UCC’s Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access …
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@chimpreports Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:41:19
Police start process to recruit 2,500 personnel
The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has announced plans to recruit 2,500 personnel. Upon completion of the 12-month-training, the officers will be passed out at the rank of Probationer Police Constable (PPC). The Force’s Human Resources Director, AIGP Jesse Kamunanwire announced on Tuesday that the deadline for submitting applications is February 18, 2024. Applicants, however, must …
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@chimpreports Tue, 06 Feb 2024 18:53:50
Museveni Grants Avocado Growing Investor 5 Square Miles of Refugee Camp Land
President Museveni has granted investors permission to use part of the land, where Kyaaka One and Kyaaka Two refugee camps sit, for avocado growing. Museveni, in his letter dated January 30, 2024, directed the minister of relief, disaster preparedness and refugees, Hon. Hillary Onek, to secure 10 square miles of land off the two refugee …
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@chimpreports Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:04:19
URA’s Musinguzi meets Mayiga over Taxing Kabaka’s Donations
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has refuted allegations that it was planning to start taxing donations given to the Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. URA Commissioner General, Mr John Musinguzi, said on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, that URA has no such plans of taxing Buganda Kingdom donations, as earlier been reported by some media …
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@chimpreports Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:12:30
UNMA warns: Warm Temperatures expected in February
Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA) has issued its forecast for February, predicting warmer than average temperatures across most of the country. While sunny and dry conditions are expected to dominate, the report highlights potential impacts on various sectors and offers crucial advisories for communities. According to the meteorological authority, maximum temperatures are expected to soar …
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