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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:22:37
Ibanda Residents Decry Police Bond Extortion
[Nile Post] Residents of Ibanda District have raised concerns over alleged police extortion when securing bond, accusing officers of demanding payments ranging from Shs 50,000 to Shs 100,000 before releasing suspects.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:23:43
Good Samaritan Donates to Struggling School in Bukomansimbi
[Nile Post] Kawoko-Kyaziiza Church of Uganda Primary School, a government-aided institution in Bukomansimbi District, has been grappling with severe challenges, including inadequate classrooms and poor sanitation facilities.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:25:17
Ex-Minister Dr.Elioda Tumwesigye Asks Museveni to Persuade MP Kibaju to Stand Down
[Nile Post] Former Minister Dr. Elioda Tumwesigye has written to President Yoweri Museveni, asking him to persuade MP Naume Kibaju to step down as the representative for Sheema North.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:20:37
Civil Society Lawyers Urge East African Court to Hear Eacop Case On Its Merits
[Nile Post] Civil society lawyers have called on the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) to hear the case against the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project on its merits, arguing that the initial dismissal overlooked key legal considerations.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:21:16
Museveni Warns Owino Traders Against Fraudulent Saccos As NSSF Launches Savings Scheme
[Nile Post] President Museveni has cautioned traders at St Balikuddembe (Owino) Market against falling prey to fraudulent Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs), urging them to instead embrace secure savings options.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:23:10
Uganda Grapples With Extreme Heat As Meteorologists Warn of Prolonged Temperatures
[Nile Post] The Uganda National Meteorological Authority has warned that the ongoing heatwave is likely to persist until March, with temperatures in some areas surpassing 35°C.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:58:42
2024 Report - UDB Approved 171 Projects, Set to Create 17,832 Jobs
[Independent (Kampala)] Kasese -- Uganda Development Bank Limited (UDB) has reported significant year-on-year growth for 2024, showcasing robust performance across key metrics, characterized by healthy asset quality and increased development impact throughout the country.
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@kfm Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:07:59
Three women shot as gunmen storm Lira pork joint, one dead
By Patrick Ebong Police in Lira are investigating a shooting incident where unidentified gunmen riding on a motorcycle shot and killed the proprietor of a popular pork joint in Boroboro, along Lira – Soroti highway on Monday night. Hellen Akello, a 28-year-old resident of Barlwala Cell, Angwetangwet Ward in Lira City East Division, was killed in the shooting which also left two patrons at the popular ‘Container pork Joint’ located at Corner Boroboro, nursing bullet wounds. Police identified the survivors as Ms Vivian Ayuru and Ms Marcy Auma. Read more
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@kfm Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:00:48
Man City’s Haaland in race to be fit for Spurs clash, says Guardiola
By Reuters Manchester City are sweating on the fitness of striker Erling Haaland for their Premier League trip to Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday, manager Pep Guardiola said. Haaland, who has 27 goals this season in all competitions, suffered a knee injury in City’s 4-0 victory over Newcastle on February 15 and was not named for Sunday’s 2-0 loss at home to Liverpool, which left City fourth on 44 points. “Tonight we will know after training,” Guardiola told reporters on Tuesday of Haaland’s prospects of playing against Spurs. “I hope so, but we don’t know yet. He feels better but we will see tomorrow.” City won the league for the last four seasons but have failed to impress in this one, […]
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@kfm Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:35:05
Balaam wants Youth Livelihood Fund defaulters pardoned
The State Minister for Gender, Labour, and Social Development responsible for Children and Youth Affairs, Mr Balaam Barugahara, has called on the government to grant amnesty to young people who have defaulted on billions of shillings owed to the Youth Livelihood Fund Program. He intends to propose this waiver to the Cabinet and Parliament, noting that many beneficiaries are currently in hiding due to unpaid loans. Speaking before the Parliamentary Committee on Gender on Tuesday, Barugahara argued that pursuing and arresting defaulters would likely be more expensive than writing off the debts. “We should find a common position to support all young people. For those who fail to pay, as government, we may decide to encourage them and give them […]
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:11:07
Over 2,500 Ugandans Demand Medical Release for Dr. Besigye
[Nile Post] Dr. Ekwaro Obuku, an Associate Member of the World Medical Association and a former President of the Uganda Medical Association (UMA), is urging medical professionals to take action in line with the Hippocratic Oath.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:17:38
Rwandan Community Pushes for Constitutional Amendment to Gain Ugandan Citizenship
[Nile Post] Simon Kayitana, chairman of the group and a delegate to the Buganda Lukiiko, led the discussion, emphasizing that despite raising the issue with President Museveni, the community has yet to receive a definitive response.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:11:46
Museveni Urged to Downsize Govt After USAID Exit
[Nile Post] Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) President Patrick Amuriat Oboi has called on President Yoweri Museveni to downsize the government following the withdrawal of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:23:56
Headteacher Arrested for Reportedly Blackmailing West Buganda Bishop Nominee Ssimbwa
[Independent (Kampala)] Sembabule -- Cossy Nakagwa, the Headteacher of St. Clement Ntuusi Primary School in Sembabule District is in police custody for allegedly interfering in the search for a new Bishop of West Buganda Diocese. Police apprehended her on Monday evening while chairing a School Management Committee meeting.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:45:52
Mpox Outbreak in Kyotera Sparks Concern As Cases Rise
[Nile Post] Kyotera District is grappling with an outbreak of Mpox, which has infected 17 people and claimed two lives, prompting urgent efforts by health officials to contain its spread.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:47:12
Kooki Residents Rally for Clean Water in Bulunji Bwansi Initiative
[Nile Post] Led by local leaders, the residents of Ssabawaali-Magabi village dedicated themselves to cleaning water springs in Magabi and Kiteredde, which serve as the primary water sources for the community.
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@allafrica Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:45:11
EAC, SADC Defense Chiefs Meet in Dar es Salaam Over Escalating DRC Conflict
[Nile Post] Defense chiefs from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) convened in Dar es Salaam on Sunday to discuss strategies for addressing the worsening security crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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