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@sqoop Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:22:43
Manager arrested over assaulting Lira musician, vandalizing car
Police at Lira Central Police station have arrested a 28-year-old local artist manager for allegedly assaulting and maliciously damaging the musician’s vehicle. Musical manager Isaac Awio, alias Awio Scrap Dealer, was arrested on January 5, 2025, together with his 28-year-old bouncer Erick Odyeny. Awio is a resident of Obutowelo B Cell in Lira City West […] The post Manager arrested over assaulting Lira musician, vandalizing car first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 07 Jan 2025 17:07:58
Case of untouchables?
The National Unity Platform (NUP) and other critics accuse security agencies of applying the law selectively, primarily targeting Opposition supporters while allowing public figures such as musicians and influential individuals to wear military-like outfits without repercussions. This perceived double standard has fueled claims that the law is being used as a political weapon to suppress […] The post Case of untouchables? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:10:30
Keko reflects on life’s highs, lows, and reclaiming her spot in the music industry
It’s a new year and the Tusker Malt Conversessions is back with a new season that premiered this Sunday, featuring rapper Keko. True to the series’ theme, “Behind the Craft,” this acoustic music showcase that is now in it’s third season went beyond the hip hop beats, delving into the artistry, resilience, and raw talent. […] The post Keko reflects on life’s highs, lows, and reclaiming her spot in the music industry first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 15:40:08
The future of performing arts ahead of 2026 elections
KFM’s Judith Atim brings together an exceptional panel to explore the future of performing arts in 2025, a pivotal year ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections. Joining the discussion are Mr. Charles Batambuze, Vice-chairperson of the National Cultural Forum, promoter Juma Balunywa, celebrated film director John Ssegawa, and Daily Monitor’s Gabriel Buule. Listen to the show below; The post The future of performing arts ahead of 2026 elections first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:00:51
Mao pledges to advise Museveni on proposal to ban police bond
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and Democratic Party president, Norbert Mao has stated that he will speak with President Yoweri Museveni regarding his recent statement, announcing plans to ban police bond for suspects. In his New Year address to the nation, President Museveni announced that he would direct the police to cease granting bonds and to restrict court bail. However, while addressing the media at the party’s political command center on Balintuma Road in Kampala on Tuesday, Mao characterized the President’s statement as his personal opinion. “When you are given police bond, it is believed that your file is being processed. I think he is looking at it from the lens of victims. Take the president’s statement as […] The post Mao pledges to advise Museveni on proposal to ban police bond first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:29:21
Speke Resort Convention Centre to host high-level African Union Summit on Agriculture Transformation
The Speke Resort Convention Centre in Kampala, Uganda, is set to host a high-level African Union (AU) Extraordinary Summit focused on strengtening the continent’s agricultural sector. The summit, centered on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP), will take place from January 9 to 11, 2025. The event will bring together African heads of state, […] The post Speke Resort Convention Centre to host high-level African Union Summit on Agriculture Transformation first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:43:14
Besigye’s lawyer jailed 9 months over contempt of court
Mr Eron Kiiza, the lawyer representing Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale, has been sentenced to nine months in Kitalya Prison by the General Court Martial in Makindye for contempt of court. The sentencing follows a warning issued to Kiiza by the court on December 10, 2024, regarding gross professional misconduct. On Tuesday, Kiiza’s conduct escalated when he confronted and assaulted a court orderly, banged on the bars of the court, and ignored warnings. Consequently, he was charged with and found guilty of contempt of court. Chaos erupted at the General Court Martial on Tuesday when Kiiza was arrested after a heated disagreement with military police officers. The officers had blocked Kiiza from accessing the bar, prompting him to […] The post Besigye’s lawyer jailed 9 months over contempt of court first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:35:27
Court Martial sentences Besigye’s lawyer Eron Kiiza to 9 months in prison
The General Court Martial has sentenced Eron Kiiza, counsel to opposition leader Kizza Besigye, to nine months in prison for contempt of court. He will serve his sentence at Kitalya Government Prison. The incident happened during proceedings in the trial of Besigye and his associate, Obeid Lutale. Kiiza was initially placed in the same caged […] The post Court Martial sentences Besigye’s lawyer Eron Kiiza to 9 months in prison first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:06:00
Absa unveils campaign to empower customers to achieve their 2025 goals
Absa Bank Uganda has unveiled ‘It’s your turn. Jooga 2025 with Absa’, a campaign offering a number of financial services to both individuals and businesses to empower them to achieve their 2025 goals. Speaking at the campaign unveiling at Absa Bank Uganda’s head office in Kampala, Absa Bank Uganda’s Ag. Retail and Business Banking Director […] The post Absa unveils campaign to empower customers to achieve their 2025 goals first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:33:27
Besigye Case - Karua, Lukwago Kept Waiting for Registrar Clearance
[Nile Post] Lawyers Martha Karua, Erias Lukwago, and Sam Muyizi were summoned to Buganda Road Court to expedite the signing of key documents by the Acting Chief Registrar, with the Chief Registrar currently on leave.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:32:43
Lawyer Of Opposition Politician Besigye Detained As Court Martial Resumes
[Nile Post] KAMPALA -- Prominent human rights lawyer Eron Kiiza, a lead defence attorney for opposition figure Kizza Besigye and his associate Obeid Lutale, was detained Tuesday by the General Court Martial in a tumultuous turn of events as the contentious case resumed.
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@kfm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:03:42
Besigye case: Court Martial rejects lawyer Martha Karua
The General Court Martial in Makindye on Tuesday rejected Martha Karua, Dr. Kizza Besigye’s lead lawyer, from representing him. The seven-member court, chaired by Brig. Gen. Freeman Mugabe, allowed only three lawyers: Fredrick Mpanga, Apollo Katumba, and Ernest Kalibala of AF Mpanga and Company Advocates, who were authorized by him in writing. However, Dr. Besigye insists that he has instructed numerous counsels and wishes for all of them to represent him. The Uganda Law Council on Monday granted Martha Karua a temporary practicing certificate to represent Dr. Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale. Dr. Besigye and Hajji Lutale were arrested at the Riverside Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, and arraigned before the General Court Martial on November 20, 2024, to face charges […] The post Besigye case: Court Martial rejects lawyer Martha Karua first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Jan 2025 10:10:27
Pastor arrested after death of patient removed from treatment for “miracle healing”
Police in Pallisa District have arrested a Pentecostal pastor and a church member following the death of a man they removed from medical care in an attempt to heal him through prayers. The incident occurred on Sunday in Cheele Village, Oukoto Parish, Gogonyo Sub-County, when Sam Okoya, 36, developed severe stomach complications and symptoms consistent […] The post Pastor arrested after death of patient removed from treatment for “miracle healing” first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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