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@kfm Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:27:01
Human rights boss decries congestion in prisons
By Sylvia Katushabe The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Ms Mariam Wangadya, has decried congestion in prisons. Speaking at a press conference in Kampala yesterday, Ms Wangadya said her commission has been visiting different prisons across the country and found that prisoners find it difficult to sleep because of the congested facilities. “When I went to Jinja last week, I learnt that the capacity of the male pris- on is 300 prisoners but as at the time I left on Friday, they had over 2,600 prisoners. I went to the wards where they stay, I asked them how they turn when one side is tired, they told me you have to first get up and then turn,” […]
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@kfm Thu, 07 Dec 2023 06:15:07
Makerere launches probe into sale of marks
By Elizabeth Kamurungi Makerere University has launched an investigation into the sale of marks at the institution following an exposé by Daily Monitor that lifted the lid on the growing vice. In a public notice dated December 6, the university calls upon members of the public with any information about the issue to submit it to the academic registrar’s office. Channels like phone contacts and emails have been opened for individuals to send in what they know. “Reference is made to an article published in the Daily Monitor of Thursday, 26th of October 2023, titled: “Marks for sale at universities”…Makerere University has launched an investigation into these alleged malpractice and wishes to credible information about the issue of “Marks for […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Dec 2023 02:18:00
EU Youth Art Exhibition winners receive fully paid for mentorship with renowned visual artist, Kwizera
The European Union today held an art exhibition at Alliance francaise Kampala, showcasing art created by 46 youth finalists who participated in a youth art competition in West Nile. The campaign, launched during the 2023 World Refugee Day celebrations, targeted three refugee settlements, namely Rhino Camp, Imvepi and Bidi Bidi, and was jointly executed by […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:59:56
Why MP Basalirwa’s JEEMA party wants Bobi Wine to apologize
The opposition Justice Forum (JEEMA) party has asked the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine to retract his comments regarding the recently enacted Anti-Homosexuality Act, 2023. In a letter dated December 4, JEEMA’s secretary-general, Mohamed Katerega, expressed disappointment over Kyagulanyi’s perceived evasion on the matter. Kyagulanyi voiced his concerns […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:58:48
Artistes to receive Shs13 billion from gov’t, but will it go to Cindy’s UMA or Kenzo’s Federation?
Artistes are among the beneficiaries of the Shs3.5 trillion supplementary budget for the financial year 2022/2023, which was tabled before Parliament by the State Minister for Finance, Henry Musasizi, on Monday. The supplementary budget, currently under review by Parliament’s Budget Committee, outlines the government’s intention to allocate Shs13 billion for the capitalization of the performing […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:23:25
Opposition calls for release of political prisoners, urges inquiry into missing persons cases
Leader of the Opposition, Mathias Mpuuga, has called for the unconditional release of prisoners, including National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters, who have been held in custody beyond the constitutionally mandated 48 hours. Mpuuga who was presenting a rejoinder to the statement by the Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi, addressing alleged human […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:28:33
MP Basalirwa responds to Bobi Wine on anti-homosexuality law
Bugiri Municipality Member of Parliament Asuman Basalirwa, the initiator of the Anti-Homosexuality Act, has refuted recent statements made by National Unity Platform (NUP) party President Robert Kyagulanyi. Kyagulanyi claimed that Opposition MPs were influenced by President Museveni to pass the controversial law, an assertion Basalirwa vehemently denies, stating that they required no influence from the […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:56:48
MPs representing Uganda at EAC Games to receive Shs2.7 million per day
Members of Parliament who are set to represent Uganda at the East African Games in Rwanda will receive $720 (approximately Shs2.7 million) per day, as announced by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among. However, Among warned them against shaming their country by staying in cheap hotels, emphasizing that the $720 per diem should be sufficient […]
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@matookerepublic Thu, 07 Dec 2023 06:47:37
Are you ready for a Blu*3 reunion?
The famous girl group, Blu*3, is making a comeback to the stage! They’ve been apart for a long time, pursuing solo careers, but now, they’re set to perform together again after over 10 years. Blu*3 started in 2004 under the management of Steve Jean and quickly became super popular in Uganda and East Africa at […]
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:05:31
Aim at Global Excellence in Aviation Sector, Gen. Katumba tells UCAA officials
By Bbamwita Sadique The Minister for Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, has asked management of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) to aim for global excellence in the aviation industry. The Minister said that, though the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority scored 72.17% in the just concluded Universal Safety Oversight Audit Program-Continuous Monitoring Approach …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:12:05
DPP Cautions State Attorneys Against Corruption, Absenteeism
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Frances Abodo, has told State Attorneys to desist from practices of corruption and absenteeism from work, or else they risk being prosecuted. Abodo said during an induction of about 100 newly appointed prosecutors in Masaka City that she is ready to crack the whip to clean the image …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:21:45
Energy Ministry seeks additional Shs 128 billion to connect 200,000 households
The Ministry of Energy and Minerals Development is seeking a supplementary budget amounting to Shs 128 billion to connect 200,000 households in the running financial year. This is part of Shs 318 billion that the Ministry presented before the House Committee on the Budget on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. “This amount is external financing from …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:36:14
UPL: Nine-man BUL hold Express
• Express 1-1 BUL FC Express FC failed to capitalize on numerical advantage before sharing spoils with BUL FC in a 1-all stalemate, as both faced off in the Uganda Premier League on Tuesday at the Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku. Nicholas Mwere scored a beauty of a freekick for BUL FC before Isaac Wagoina leveled …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:30:21
ANTI-GAY LAW: Fury as Ugandan MPs are Blocked from Traveling to U.S.
Speaker Anita Annet Among has said Parliament does not regret passing the Anti-Homosexuality law despite travel restrictions imposed on legislators that supported the controversial legislation. Among fired back at the United States for cancelling visas of 348 MPs that partook in the enactment of the law and their immediate family members, saying she is happy …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:30:18
Blog: Uganda and the Corruption tango
By Crispin Kaheru Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, where even the mosquitoes seem to hum in harmony with the rhythm of life. A youthful country that dances to the beautiful beat of its diverse cultures, with wildlife in its savanna grasslands roaring louder than a lion, and a warmth that rivals the equatorial sun. But, …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:41:01
IUCEA, GZTC launch International Teachers Training Centre in China
Guangzhou Technician College (GZTC) and Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) have launched an International Teachers Training Centre. The centre, launched with support from the World Bank through the East Africa Skills for Transformation and Regional Integration Project (EASTRIP), will provide Technical and Vocation Education and Training (TVET) trainers from East Africa with the skills …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:49:56
We Don’t Regret Passing Anti-Homosexuality Bill – Speaker Among
Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among says that the Institution doesn’t regret passing the Anti-Homosexuality law despite travel restrictions that have been imposed on most legislators that supported the Anti-Gay Bill. Among fired back at the United States for cancelling visas of MPs that partook in the passing of the bill, saying she is happy …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:16:21
160,000 people to be employed at the Peak of the Oil & Gas sector operations – Okasai
The Minister of State for Energy, Opolot Okasai, has said that an estimated 160,000 people will be employed at the peak of the oil and gas sector operations. Speaking Wednesday in Kampala, Okasai emphasized the government’s encouragement for local companies to form joint ventures with international counterparts, a strategic move aimed at bridging funding gaps …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:55:38
BREAKING: DRC Army to Take Over Territory Handed over by EAC Force
The East African Defence Chiefs have resolved to hand over territory occupied by the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) to the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo. “It is desirable that the host nation (DRC) takes control of areas vacated by EACRF,” reads the report of the regional defence chiefs’ meeting held …
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@chimpreports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 17:13:17
Museveni gives Katabazi’s Metu ZhongTong Bus Transport Service Deal
President Museveni has given Metu Katabazi, proprietor of Metu ZhongTong Bus Industries, permission to do mass transit service for buses in Kampala. Museveni has directed the prime minister, Robinah Nabbanja, in a letter seen by this publication, to allow Katabazi to mass bus transit service in Kampala and the surrounding areas using his locally fabricated …
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