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@sqoop Sat, 30 Dec 2023 07:45:59
From Berlusconi to Tina Turner and Delors: notable deaths of 2023
From Italy’s ex-premier Silvio Berlusconi to rock queen Tina Turner and former European Commission President Jacques Delors, here are some of 2023’s most notable deaths. January – 07: RUSSELL BANKS, 82, US novelist who charted the lives of marginalised people – 10: JEFF BECK, 78, British guitar virtuoso who rose to rock and roll […]
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@sqoop Sat, 30 Dec 2023 09:44:45
LIST: Shining stars of 2023
From all corners, exceptional women have this year continued to echo the spirit of empowerment through breaking barriers. Each day, women continue to rise above the ordinary. From winning accolades, to appointments in influential positions, soaring in academia and new innovations, we bring you women who were a shining star in 2023. Vinka Signed […]
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@kfm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 07:46:53
Trump blocked from Republican presidential primary in Maine
By AFP The US state of Maine on Thursday blocked former president Donald Trump from its Republican presidential primary ballot, the second state to disqualify him over his role in the January 2021 assault on the US Capitol. Maine’s top election official, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, decided in favor of the citizens who had claimed that Trump should be constitutionally barred from seeking re-election after trying to upend the 2020 election. Bellows said in her decision that the January 6 attack “occurred at the behest of, and with the knowledge and support of, the outgoing President.” “The US Constitution does not tolerate an assault on the foundations of our government and (Maine law) requires me to act in response,” […]
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@kfm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:11:09
Three children poisoned to death in Kumi, two arrested
In a heart wrenching incident, Police in Kumi District are investigating circumstances under which three siblings died after they were allegedly poisoned under unclear circumstances. John Okodosi, 9, Ignatius Agodo, 4, and Constant Olupot, 6, all sons of Tom Omudu and residents of Okudumo Village, Okudumo Parish in Mukongoro Sub County, were pronounced dead upon being rushed to a nearby clinic in Kanyum town council on Wednesday. The bodies were then taken to Mbale City Mortuary where police surgeon Dr Barnabas Rubanza confirmed that the children died of poison. Read more
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@kfm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 12:00:18
Ten Hag says Man Utd’s new investors ‘want to work with me’
By AFP Erik ten Hag insists Jim Ratcliffe wants to work with him even though he is yet to speak to the British billionaire as he prepares to take control of football operations at troubled Manchester United. Ratcliffe’s INEOS group finally agreed a deal to buy a 25 per cent stake in United on Christmas Eve. INEOS will have responsibility for United’s footballing operations under the terms of a deal that is expected to take four to six weeks to receive regulatory approval. Dave Brailsford, INEOS’ director of sport, was at Old Trafford on Boxing Day for the 3-2 win against Aston Villa, a result which gave the under-fire Ten Hag some much-needed breathing space. United travel to Nottingham Forest […]
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@kfm Fri, 29 Dec 2023 13:42:02
Wamala police chief urges vigilance during New Year festivities
By Barbra Nalweyiso The Wamala regional police commander, Stephen Onencan, has appealed to the general public to stay vigilant ahead of New Year celebrations. He expressed concern about drunk driving, saying high New Year’s spirits can lead to irresponsible behavior, including driving under the influence before urging everyone to celebrate responsibly. Onencan says with excitement focused on festivities, some parents may neglect their responsibilities, leaving children unattended at home. He cautioned against this practice and reminded parents of their duty to ensure their children’s safety. “My appeal to the people as we reach the new year is that they should be cautious of themselves and they should not leave their children out minus the control of adults to roam around,” […]
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@kfm Sat, 30 Dec 2023 10:10:57
Isabirye looms large over Red Eagles-Venoms clash
By Denis Bbosa | Monitor Express coach Alex Isabirye will finally get the long-awaited rendezvous with former paymasters Vipers this afternoon after their July bitter split. You guessed right,Isabirye finds Vipers in circumstances that few could have predicted at this stage; without his successor Leonard Neiva who was shown the exit last week after an unconvincing 12-game stay. The bitter pill to swallow for the second-placed Venoms is that they face a desperate coach who has a lot to prove after they fired him following a league and cup success last season. Read more
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@kfm Sat, 30 Dec 2023 13:09:54
Burundi President Ndayishimiye calls for stoning of gay couples
By AFP Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye launched a virulent anti-gay tirade on Friday, saying same-sex couples should be publicly stoned. He also lashed out at Western countries that press other nations to allow gay rights or risk losing aid. Homosexuality in Burundi, a conservative Christian country in East Africa, has been criminalised since 2009 with prison terms of up to two years for consensual same-sex acts. Ndayishimiye, a Catholic, described marriage between same-sex couples as an “abominable practice”. “Personally, I think if we see these kinds of individuals in Burundi, we should put them in a stadium and stone them. And it would not be a sin for those who do,” Ndayishimiye said in response to a question at a […]
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@kfm Sun, 31 Dec 2023 09:14:35
A battle against ill health, social & political injustice
Patrick Kamara hosts senior human rights lawyer, Ladislaus Rwakafuuzi who has been bedridden for over four years after suffering a stroke on August 11, 2019. Listen to his story on this episode of the KFM Hot Seat show. Listen to the show below
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@kfm Sun, 31 Dec 2023 09:24:17
Beating the odds in 2024
In this episode of the VPN show, Judith Atim hosts Dr. Elly Twineyo, the Executive Director of Uganda Export Promotions Board, agribusiness enthusiast, Hon Victoria Sekitoleko, and Dr Charles Ocici, the Executive Director, Enterprise Uganda for a conversation on how to survive in the new year. Listen to the show below
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@matookerepublic Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:09:46
Ugandan climate activist Ariokot Faith Patricia breaks world tree-hugging record
Ugandan Climate Activist Ariokot Faith Patricia has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest tree-hugging session. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 10 hours and 5 minutes set by the United States’ Adrienne Long in 2020. Ariokot had initially attempted to break the same record on December 8th but encountered a few […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 30 Dec 2023 13:53:09
Royco simmers with Mama D to Cookathon Guinness World Record
A few minutes to 10am on the morning of Thursday December 28, a countdown that would get Uganda another outstanding recognition in the World Guinness Records started. Professional chef, Dorcus Bashema Kirabo alias Mama D was just minutes away from breaking the Guinness Cookathon World Record, after cooking for four nights and five days at […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 30 Dec 2023 16:12:05
I&M Bank, Malembe Lifestyle team up for TheCountdown23
It’s time to celebrate making it through the last 365 days unscathed. 2023 has been a long year, and making it into 2024 calls for special celebration. I&M Bank Uganda has teamed up with Malembe Lifestyle, and are set to host the most exclusive New Year’s Eve party dubbed The Coundtdown23, slated for the Kampala […]
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@matookerepublic Sat, 30 Dec 2023 16:35:29
Noni Vie teams up with Johnnie Walker for the Battle of the Dons New year’s party
As the clock ticks to midnight tomorrow (Sunday December 31st 2023), the city will be ablaze with excitement and all sorts of celebrations, to mark the end of 2023. The party animals are already gearing up, and have their party best all set for a night that screams ‘Happy New Year!’ And there’s that one […]
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@matookerepublic Sun, 31 Dec 2023 06:51:32
Lilian Mbabazi to talk Love, Loss, Family and Music on Tusker Malt Conversessions
As we look forward to entering the new year, the Tusker Malt Conversessions promises to continue to dazzle audiences with its blend of intimate conversations and soul-stirring music. The incredibly talented Lilian Mbabazi will be the third performing act of the second season and her episode will go live on Sunday, January 7th, 2024. This […]
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@chimpreports Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:07:26
BIG STORY: UPDF Spy Plane Crashes in Kasese
A UPDF spy plane has crashed in Kasese district, western Uganda, Chimp Corps report. The aircraft was used for reconnaissance missions in the ongoing military operations against Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militants in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The incident occurred on Thursday night. “The crash undermines our reconnaissance capacity in Eastern DRC,” said …
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@chimpreports Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:18:36
South African Troops Arrive in DRC to Counter M23 Rebels
Hundreds of South African soldiers have arrived in eastern Congo as part of the deployment of military forces by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to fight M23 rebels. ChimpReports has learned that over 200 South African soldiers arrived at Goma Airport in North Kivu on December 27, 2023. Other countries expected to send troops …
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@chimpreports Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:32:24
Chief Justice Dollo decries moral degeneration in Acholi
Chief Justice, Alfonse Owiny-dollo Cigamoi, has urged Acholi religious leaders to unite together so that they can fight the increasing moral degeneration in Acholi sub-region. The Chief Justice made the appeal on Thursday during the general meeting of Acholi people dubbed ‘’Gurre I Pondwongo“ at Sir Samuel Baker School in Pece, Laroo Division. The CJ …
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@chimpreports Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:07:09
Burundi: Rwanda Behind Red Tabara Rebel Movement
Burundian leader, Evariste Ndayishimiye has accused Rwanda of helping the rebel Red Tabara movement, a claim Kigali denies. “Rwanda has been providing food, shelter and training facilities to Red Tabara,” said Ndayishimiye during an interactive live broadcast session in Burundi on Friday. “It is Rwanda that provides money and even offices to Red Tabara,” Ndayishimiye …
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@chimpreports Sat, 30 Dec 2023 09:49:39
Uganda: For Every Shs 100 Collected in Tax, Shs 32 Goes to Paying Debts
Uganda’s debt portfolio is growing at an alarming rate, raising concerns about its sustainability and impact on public service delivery. According to the State of the Economy report released by Bank of Uganda in December 2023, debts continue to pile a lot of pressure on tax revenues. “Although recurrent expenditure also underperformed the budget, interest …
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