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@kfm Wed, 24 Jan 2024 04:17:56
Algeria crash out of Cup of Nations as Cameroon qualify for last 16
By AFP Former champions Algeria crashed out of the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stage on Tuesday after a shock defeat against Mauritania, but Cameroon secured a last-16 place with a dramatic victory over Gambia. Algeria won their second AFCON title in Egypt in 2019 but were then sent packing in the group stage at the last edition in Cameroon two years ago with just one point and one goal scored. This campaign has been equally miserable for Djamel Belmadi’s team, who drew their first two matches in Group D against Angola and Burkina Faso but would have qualified for the knockout phase with a point against Mauritania in Bouake. Yet Mauritania, who had lost their opening two […]
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@kfm Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:26:57
Uganda to roll out first malaria vaccination in October
The Health ministry intends to start vaccinating children against malaria late this year, a top official at the ministry told Daily Monitor on Monday. “Uganda has planned to begin (malaria vaccinations) in October. It is four doses at six, seven, eight and 18 months,” Dr Michael Baganizi, the head of immunisation programme at the health ministry, revealed. He was commenting on the move by Cameroon to start administering the RTS,S malaria vaccine as part of its routine national immunisation services. Read more
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@matookerepublic Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:54:49
SABOTAGE movie trailer unveiled: Premiere set for February
Reach A Hand Uganda, in partnership with Sauti+ Media Hub and Nabwiso Films, has unveiled the trailer for the movie “Sabotage,” scheduled for release on February 15, 2024. The cast includes Stella Natumbwe, Sharifa Ali, Denid Kinan, Nampanga Pelly, and others in a compelling drama that explores the story of a career-driven woman who, excited […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:31:15
Crested Cranes midfielder Nabirye signs for Spartak Moscow
Crested Cranes midfielder Joan Nabirye has signed a two-year contract with the Russian Women’s Super League side Spartak Moscow. The midfielder, who featured for FK Minsk in Belarus last season before her contract ran out, has become a free agent. “I am happy to be joining a team in one of the most competitive leagues. […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:08:28
AFCON 2023: Battle for knockout spots; Teams gear up for make-or-break matches
The group stage at the 2023 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, being held in 2024, is well ongoing, and the last games of Groups A and B will be played this evening. Of the 24 men’s football national teams gathered in the host nation, Ivory Coast, 16 will make it through to the next round […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:21:22
Urinary Tract Infections in Children: Causes and Treatment
Author: Dr. Nakuya Margaret (Pediatric Specialist at UMC Victoria Hospital) For the past month, there has been an increase in children admissions at UMC Victoria Hospital suffering from UTI. The prevalence of infections in children is alarming which leads to the question of why is there an increase & how can it be prevented among […]
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@matookerepublic Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:53:40
How four police officers connived with hotel manager to rob Shs114 million from Kenyan businessman in Kabalagala
Police have arrested four of their officers for conspiring to rob $30,000 (about Shs114 million) from Kenyan businessman Muhammad Olad Abdirahman, aged 37. The four police officers are Phiona Among, Isaac Angula, Shafik Baluku, and Bernard Galenda, all attached to the Kabalagala Police Station. According to police spokesperson Fred Enanga, on January 17, 2024, the […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:28:43
Details emerge on raid at NRM Treasurer’s home, where thugs stole Shs2.241 billion
Details have emerged regarding the raid on the home of the NRM Treasurer, where thugs stole Shs2.241 billion. According to the police spokesperson Fred Enanga, the incident occurred on December 5, 2023, when criminals forcibly entered Ambassador Barbra Nekesa’s (NRM Treasurer) home in Bukesa, Makindye Division, making off with an unspecified amount of money, later […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:28:01
“A date is not a money-making opportunity,” says Spice Diana
The heated debate over how much a man should give a woman after a date seems far from over, as singer Spice Diana has also added her voice to the discussion. This controversial topic was initiated by Evelyn Mic, a presenter on Galaxy FM and Spark TV. In her opinion, Evelyn believes that Shs50,000 is […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:39:05
UNRA announces traffic diversion for interchange construction on Kampala-Masaka Highway
The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has announced a scheduled traffic diversion along the Kampala-Masaka highway to facilitate the construction of an interchange at Mpigi. In a notice issued on Monday, UNRA disclosed that the works on the interchange are set to commence on January 29, 2024. The initiative is part of the broader 35km […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:15:05
Singer Beenie Gunter arrested in Dubai
Singer Beenie Gunter, whose real name is Crescent Baguma, is currently in detention in Abu Dhabi after his arrest in Dubai on Sunday. According to reports, the artist, who had travelled with his baby mama Nickie Berry, was arrested at the Dubai Airport but was subsequently transferred back to Abu Dhabi. Sources indicate that the […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:28:02
Bobi Wine’s documentary ‘The People’s President’ earns Oscars nomination
“Bobi Wine: The People’s President,” a documentary on the National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, has received an Oscars nomination for Best Documentary Feature Film. It is nominated alongside ‘The Eternal Memory,’ ‘Four Daughters,’ ‘To Kill a Tiger,’ and ’20 Days in Mariupol.’ Bobi Wine’s documentary nomination comes just two weeks after winning the […]
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:01:14
Red Sea Saga: Al-Sisi Tells Ethiopian President Egypt ‘Ready to Intervene’ Against Ethiopia
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has warned Ethiopia against attempts to violate Somalia’s territorial integrity, saying his country would ‘intervene’ if requested by Mogadishu. Al-Sisi affirmed on Sunday that Egypt stands with Somalia against any threat to its security and stability, expressing his rejection of the recent agreement signed between Somaliland and Ethiopia over a …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:20:47
DRC: More Deadly Drone Strikes Hit M23 Bases
The joint DRC and Southern African Development Cooperation (SADC) armed forces have intensified drone and long-range artillery attacks on rebel M23’s bases. ChimpReports has learned that the coalition forces bombed M23’s strongholds in Masisi throughout the weekend. M23’s communication officer Lawrence Kanyuka confirmed that drone attacks occurred in Mpati, Karuba, Kibumba and their surrounding areas. …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:28:49
Museveni: Cecilia Ogwal Rejected LRA
President Museveni has paid tribute to departed Dokolo Woman MP Cecilia Ogwal, saying she rejected requests to work with Joseph Kony’s Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). “On a certain day, while monitoring rebel communications, Vincent Otti (LRA commander) contacted Ogwal, suggesting that, being a Langi, she should be fighting against the NRM,” said Museveni on Tuesday …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:40:51
Kigali Fires Back As Burundi’s Ndayishimiye Labels Rwandans ‘Prisoners of Bad Leaders’
Rwanda has slammed as ‘inflammatory’ remarks by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye that Rwandan leaders are a huge impediment to the unity of regional countries. “Young people should understand that unity is the most important; our brothers in Rwanda have no problem with other people,” said Ndayishimiye. “The problem remains at the level of the leaders. …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:20:02
EACOP: Govt to forcefully acquire Land of Absent Landlords
Government of Uganda is set to forcefully acquire land from absent landlords, who are delaying the construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development has revealed. Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa, the minister in charge of energy, said on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, that there are about 116 cases …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:31:54
Police Dismiss 4 Officers Over US$ 30, 000 Robbery
The KMP territorial team has dismissed with disgrace 4 police officers attached to Kabalagala Police Station and charged them with aggravated robbery, after they turned against a businessman, who allegedly had in their possession USD 30,000 and wanted to exchange it in Ugandan Shillings so as to buy a lorry. The officers include: DC Among …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:51:18
Dr. Chris Baryomunsi commends UNDP for supporting Uganda’s Digital Revolution
By Happy Christine ICT Minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has commended UNDP for its support towards Uganda’s digital journey. Dr. Baryomunsi and other guests convened on Monday at National ICT Innovation Hub in Nakawa to discuss Uganda’s greatest asset, its youth, and the untapped potential embedded in the digital revolution. He set the tone by acknowledging …
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@chimpreports Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:00:32
Uganda’s Docuseries Tuko Pamoja to Premiere in Cinema between February & June 2024
Tuko Pamoja (We Are One) docuseries by Evelyn Cindy Magara (PhD) and Nyati Motion Pictures goes to Cinemas with 13 premieres starting from February to June 2024. Tuko Pamoja documentary film (series) is about Uganda’s heroes and unity in diversity. Written by Rogers Atukunda and directed by Dr Magara, a Lecturer of Film and Literature …
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