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@kfm Thu, 30 Nov 2023 13:50:01

Singer Maro wants his flowers

In a bold move, singer Ronald Magada, better known as Maro, has taken to social media to demand the same level of fanfare and respect accorded to international musicians upon his return to Uganda. Maro, who relocated to Germany, expressed his frustration over the perceived lack of recognition he receives despite his contributions to the Ugandan music scene. He pointed out that when international musicians, often with lesser fame, visit Uganda, they are greeted with extravagant welcomes, including flowers, luxury SUVs, and press conferences. With his return to Uganda scheduled for early next year, Maro has outlined a list of demands that he believes are commensurate with his status. These include an airport royal welcome, a fleet of lead cars, […]

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@kfm Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:26:30

Speaker asks govt to reduce taxes on cooking gas

The Speaker of Parliament Ms Anita Among has asked the government to reduce taxes on cooking gas, making it more affordable for all Ugandans and promoting environmental conservation. According to the speaker, many people have resorted to cutting down trees for charcoal and firewood due to the high cost of cooking gas, noting that deforestation has had a detrimental impact on the environment. Since Parliament and the government have banned tree cutting for charcoal production, Among believes it is crucial to lower cooking gas taxes to discourage further deforestation. She acknowledged that Parliament has been encouraging Ugandans to plant trees and avoid cutting them down. However, she emphasized that some Ugandans have no choice but to cut down trees for […]

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@kfm Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:49:56

Bajjo is far from what I want in a man – Doreen Nasasira

By Isaac Ssejjombwe | SQoop Earlier this week, events promoter Bajjo Alfonso took to social media to express his unwavering admiration for KFM’s Doreen Nasasira in a series of posts. “My childhood crush!! The only woman I can Love in my life. nampa chance nva mubyekiyaaye. This woman she is a hero how can she make a commando to crush on her? Please Doreen kindly accept my heart’s desire and love me. God Do a miracle I will glorify ur name!,” reads one of the posts shared on Bajjo’s X platform. “Everything about you is wonderful. I wish the cutest girl I know, I’m crazy about you. I think deep down you already knew that, too! Wish u a lovely […]

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@chimpreports Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:35:32

MTN Uganda Affirms Commitment to Oil and Gas Sector with Strategic ICT Solutions

MTN Uganda, a leading telecommunications and ICT solutions provider, has reiterated its unwavering commitment to being a long-term partner and provider of top-notch telecommunication and ICT services to the oil and gas sector. This commitment is in line with MTN’s ambitious vision for 2025 – to lead digital solutions for Africa’s progress. The reaffirmation comes …

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@chimpreports Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:26:04

A Historic First for Uganda as side joins Namibia into T20 World Cup 2024

With five wins from their six games, Uganda have ensured a top-two finish in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Qualifier and booked their tickets for the T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and USA. This will be their first-ever appearance in an ICC World Cup event. In the qualifier, Uganda overcame …

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@chimpreports Thu, 30 Nov 2023 19:58:06

Kabale Police nabs Serial Thieves involved in Trafficking, Kidnapping & Aggravated Robbery

Three men have been arrested by the Police in Kabale, involved in trafficking in persons, kidnapping and aggravated robbery. The arrested individuals are identified as Bakerwa Henry, 55, a resident of Rwamirindi cell, Rushaka Parish, Kayonza sub-county, Rushenyi County, Ntungamo district; Twesigye Bashir, 41, a resident of Ruti in Mbarara district; and Twesigye Sam, 38, …

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@chimpreports Fri, 01 Dec 2023 04:26:56

Uganda’s Multi-million Dollar Biyinzika Poultry Firm Sold to U.S. Family

An American family has bought Biyinzika Poultry International – one of Uganda’s top poultry breeder farm. The transaction, whose terms were not disclosed, was advised by South African firm, Verdant Capital. “Verdant Capital has advised a leading UK private equity firm on the sale of Biyinzika Poultry International Limited (“BPIL”), a vertically integrated poultry business …

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@chimpreports Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:04:32

BBC Interview: Bobi Wine Cagey on Anti-Gay Law; says Some NUPs MPs are Working with Museveni

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi has come under fire from activists for being evasive on the recently enacted Anti-Homosexuality Act. Earlier this week, Kyagulanyi, commonly known as Bobi Wine, travelled to the United Kingdom after London lifted the travel ban against him. Bobi Wine had been excluded by the UK’s Home Office on …

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@chimpreports Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:33:42

Gen Muhoozi: Women Hold up Half the Sky

The Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has emphasised the significance of supporting the education of the girl child. The Ugandan girl child faces several challenges including poverty in families, early marriages, teenage pregnancies, female genital mutilation, corporal punishment, heavy domestic work, child neglect and parent’s negative attitude towards education especially for …

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