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@kfm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:04:59
Mpuuga asks protesting MPs to defy Speaker’s directive
By Jackson Onyango The Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Mr Mathias Mpuuga on Tuesday asked opposition MPs to defy committee chairpersons who attempt to throw them out of committee meetings because they are boycotting plenary sittings, saying such decisions are illegal and lacking in common sense. This is after Speaker Anitah Among’s order to bar opposition lawmakers from committee meetings, started on staggering footing yesterday amid questions about its legality. Mpuuga has now called on the committee chairpersons to desist from attempting to enforce what is unenforceable. “I have spoken to so many chairpersons of committees and they are sounding extremely reasonable, so I don’t know what had become of my brother Fox Odoi, probably he was foxing himself, that […]
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@kfm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:43:31
Dirty cars raise Jinja bridge maintenance costs, says UNRA
By Philip Wafula The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has said that dirty vehicles are increasing the cost of maintaining the Jinja Nile Bridge. This is according to the Head of Bridges and Structures at the Authority, Eng Lawrence Pario. The over Shs300bn Cable Stay Bridge with a 120-year lifespan, was officially opened in October 2018, with the government of Japan fully bankrolling the project. Zenitaka Corporation and Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company from Japan and South Korea respectively erected the overpass. As contract manager, Eng Pario was responsible for certifying various stages of work for payment during the construction process, ensuring quality assurance, and quality control of works for compliance to specifications among other roles. But Eng Pario says much of […]
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@kfm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:17:54
Inquiry into MP Zaake’s ‘misconduct’ case adjourned
By Jackson Onyango The Rules, Privileges and Discipline Committee of Parliament on Tuesday adjourned an inquiry into the case of alleged misconduct against Mityana Municipality MP, Francis Zaake to December 7th. This is after both Zaake and his accuser, the Rakai Woman MP Juliet Kinyamatama expressed inability to appear before the committee. Zaake’s lawyer Erias Lukwago indicated that they could not attend the committee following the orders by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among barring the boycotting opposition MPs from the committees. However, the deputy chairperson of the Rules Committee, Mr Charles Onen quashed the claim, arguing that the committee had not been served with a written communication from the Clerk to effect the directive. “No chairperson of any committee […]
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@kfm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:52:44
Mao renews call for national dialogue, lists key issues
The President General of the Democratic Party and Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Mr Norbert Mao, has outlined the key issues that need to be addressed in the long-awaited national dialogue. In light of the country’s current social, political, and economic situation, many stakeholders have long urged the government to organize a national dialogue to address citizens’ concerns. Mao, speaking to the media at the party’s headquarters in Kampala, highlighted the major issues that need to be tackled in this dialogue to resolve the various conflicts and misunderstandings in Uganda today. Firstly, he called for the resolution of the Buganda question, which has historically caused tension between the Mengo and central governments. He emphasized that Buganda and Uganda are […]
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@kfm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:47:14
IGG urges junior civil servants to stand up against corruption
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Kamya, has issued a warning to junior civil servants, urging them to avoid being manipulated into engaging in corrupt practices by their superiors. She emphasized the vulnerability of junior officers to corruption, as heads of departments and ministries often exploit them to sign off on illicit funds. This, she says leaves junior officers exposed to arrest during investigations, while their superiors evade accountability. Kamya explained that majority of civil servants caught in the corruption scandals are junior officers who unwittingly sign for misappropriated funds and hand them over to their superiors. She urged junior officers to resist such directives and adhere to established procedures. “We are encouraging them (junior civil servants) that when […]
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@kfm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:00:05
Haaland hits 40 in the Champions League as Man City comeback beats Leipzig
By AFP Erling Haaland became the fastest player to score 40 Champions League goals as Manchester City came from 2-0 down to beat RB Leipzig 3-2 on Tuesday. The defending champions were on course for their first European defeat at the Etihad since 2018 when Lois Openda took advantage of shambolic defending to score twice in the first half. Haaland reduced City’s arrears before goals from Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez secured top spot in Group G. “The first half was the worst I’ve seen us,” admitted Foden. “Came out second half, played a lot better and changed the game. This team has got a great mentality for that.” City have now won 27 of their last 29 Champions League […]
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@kfm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:40:23
Govt statement on opposition concerns expected today
By Jackson Onyango The government is expected to present a statement addressing the concerns raised by opposition lawmakers during today’s afternoon session of Parliament. One of the major demands has to do with the question about the whereabouts of the 18 missing supporters of the National Unity Platform, some of whom were reportedly picked up by the infamous ‘drones’. Speaker of Parliament, Ms Anita Among instructed the government to provide a response during Tuesday’s sitting after the 30-day deadline for a response passed a week ago. “The Minister of Security wrote to me and asked for an additional one week which ended [on Monday]. I am now directing that the Executive presents a report to this House [today],” Ms Among […]
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@kfm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:55:02
Suffering from flu, Pope Francis cancels COP28 trip
By AFP Pope Francis cancelled his upcoming trip to Dubai for the COP28 climate talks Tuesday, on the advice of doctors concerned over his recent flu-like symptoms, the Vatican said. The 86-year-old, who has made protecting the environment a cornerstone of his 10-year papacy, had planned to become the first pontiff to attend the UN event since the process began in 1995. “Although the Holy Father’s general clinical picture has improved with regard to his flu-like condition and inflammation of the respiratory tract, doctors have asked the Pope not to make the trip planned for the coming days to Dubai,” Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said in a statement. “Pope Francis accepted the doctors’ request with great regret and the trip […]
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@kfm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:26:38
Court sets date to hear petition against anti-gay law
By Juliet Kigongo The Constitutional Court has set December 11 to set issues to determine four petitions challenging thelegality of the Anti-Homosexuality Law that was enacted in May 2023. The court set the date after the petitioners agreed to consolidate all four petitions and 19 applications that were filed by different individuals and groups. The petitioners include West Budama North East MP Fox Odoi, Uganda’s deputy High Commissioner to South Africa Kintu Nyango, veteran journalist Andrew Mwenda,Makerere University Law professors Sylvia Tamale and Busingye Kabumba, and several civil society organisations. Sitting as a single judge of the Constitutional Court yesterday, Justice Geoffrey Kiryabwire agreed with the Attorney General’s submission to have all the petitions consolidated. “If we are to handle […]
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@kfm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:55:47
UMSC loses appeal to stop sale of its prime properties over Shs19b debt
By Anthony Wesaka | Monitor The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Wednesday lost an appeal in which it hoped to stop auctioning of its several prime properties to pay off a Shs19b debt they owe a businessman. The properties due for auction include land occupied by Gaddafi National Mosque in Old Kampala. In a ruling delivered Wednesday morning, Justice Christopher Gashirabake, who sat as single judge of the Court of Appeal, held that the balance of convenience is to allow businessman Justus Kyabahwa to sell off the eight prime properties to recover his money. Read more
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@matookerepublic Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:58:53
“So, the system is no longer Volongoto,” Ugandans react to Kenzo’s meeting with Museveni
Eddy Kenzo, the president of the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF), met with President Yoweri Museveni on Monday and reportedly discussed the urgent need for the amendment of the Copyright & Neighboring Rights Act 2006. In a post shared last evening, Kenzo highlighted the significance of the meeting in line with the UNMF’s commitment to […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:53:12
“I have met his ladies,” Pastor Bugembe’s brother says the Man of God is actively searching for the ‘perfect woman’ to marry
Gospel singer Brian Ddumba has disclosed that his brother, Pastor Wilson Bugembe is actively searching for a woman to marry. Pastor Bugembe’s romantic life has consistently been a topic of discussion. Last year, during a Sunday service at his church, the 39-year-old preacher disclosed, “Most people don’t know that I am seeing someone. And probably […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:31:22
Man bags Shs20,000 after riding motorcycle naked
In one of the most discussed financial fantasies, people often contemplate whether they would be willing to walk down a street naked for a sumptuous cash reward. Amid the ongoing financial crisis, what was once wishful thinking has turned into reality as a man in Luuka district agreed to ride a motorcycle while naked in […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:43:29
ZIMBAZ lines up Afrigo Band for SMACK League Christmas edition
In preparation for the highly anticipated SMACK League Matchday 17, the formidable ZIMBAZ cohort of 2001 to 2006 hosted a press conference today, November 28, 2023 at Zimbali Bistro and Lounge. The event served as a platform to unveil an exciting line-up of activities curated to enhance the overall experience of this year’s Christmas edition […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:17:21
I still have a slot for another wife — MP Nsereko
Kampala Central Member of Parliament, Muhammad Nsereko, has revealed that he still has a slot for another woman despite already being officially introduced by three women. Last Saturday, Shamila introduced Nsereko to her parents in a glamorous Kwanjula ceremony, making her Nsereko’s third wife. The ceremony came just two years after he was introduced by […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:32:55
Sports Minister tasked to explain why NCS cancelled Netball Federation’s certificate
The Minister of State for Sports, Peter Ogwang, has been asked to present a comprehensive statement to Parliament addressing the recent cancellation of the Uganda Netball Federation’s certificate by the National Council of Sports (NCS). The decision follows concerns raised by Speaker Anita Among about the country’s netball team, the She Cranes, missing the 2023 […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:48:52
Somani and Kabenge reign supreme at November’s Serena Mug of Mugs
Karim Somani and Katy Kabenge had the last laugh at the Tusker Malt-sponsored Serena Mug of Mugs 2023, which was held at Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa on Saturday. The competition presented challenging conditions of play, given the rainy season that turned let’s of the course soggy, but golfers were up for the […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 29 Nov 2023 07:35:24
9-year-old boy commits suicide after being detained by school over unpaid school fees
Police in Lwengo district are investigating the circumstances surrounding the suicide of a nine-year-old pupil, Joel Ojuma, at COLOH Children’s Foundation. The boy reportedly took his own life after being detained by the school for failing to settle his fees balance. According to the police, the school closed for the holidays on Friday, November 24, […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:06:16
VIDEO: Man storms church with dogs, protesting excessive noise
A video circulating on social media has captured a bizarre incident at Divine Grace Church in Lagos, Nigeria, where a man stormed the premises with his two dogs, a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd, expressing his frustration over what he deemed as excessive noise during the church service. In the video, the man confidently walks […]
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@matookerepublic Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:14:35
Tusker Malt Conversessions: Revealing the man behind The Mith
In the world of Ugandan hip-hop and rap, few names resonate as profoundly as Tom Mayanja, better known to fans as The Mith. The Mith is a founding member of the renowned Ugandan rap group Klear Kut, alongside Navio, Papito and Abba Lang. The group gained prominence in the early 2000s, marking the beginning of […]
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