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@allafrica Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:17:12
28% of Girls Under 18 Pregnant, Mothers, Say Advocates
[Nile Post] Activists have raised concerns over alarming teenage pregnancy and sexual abuse crisis, with 28% of girls under 18 either pregnant or already mothers, ranking the country among the worst-affected in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:19:30
Journalists urged to prepare for 2026 polls
By SYLVIA NAMAGEMBE & KARIM MUYOBO The National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders Uganda (NCHRDU) has urged journalists to equip themselves adequately as the country approaches the 2025 election campaigns. While commemorating the International Human Rights Defenders Day in Kampala yesterday, Mr Robert Sempala, the executive director of the Human Rights Network for Journalists, said during campaigns, the police and army often perceive journalists as inciters of violence. “They see journalists as those who incite violence, are biased, and lack objectivity. They use these excuses to attack them. We must not give our enemies any reason to target us. Journalists should practice due diligence, position themselves wisely, and form alliances with supportive groups,” Mr Sempala said. Read more The post Journalists urged to prepare for 2026 polls first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:39:00
Bebe Cool set to drop new single ‘Circumference’ ahead of highly anticipated album ‘Break The Chains’
Ugandan music icon Bebe Cool is giving his fans an early Christmas treat with the announcement of Circumference, the first single from his much-awaited album, Break The Chains. The track is set to release this Friday, December 13, across major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Boomplay, and Audiomack. The announcement was made during […] The post Bebe Cool set to drop new single ‘Circumference’ ahead of highly anticipated album ‘Break The Chains’ first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:28:42
UCC issues new guidelines for SIM card replacement and registration
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced new guidelines to streamline the replacement of SIM cards, particularly for customers without National Identity Cards or readable biometrics. The measures, issued on December 9, aim to address longstanding challenges and ensure a secure, efficient process for affected individuals. For customers replacing a SIM card without a National […] The post UCC issues new guidelines for SIM card replacement and registration first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@observer Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:41:49
DPP presents digital evidence in Kagezi murder case
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has disclosed critical pieces of evidence intended to prosecute four individuals accused of murdering senior principal state attorney Joan Kagezi Namazzi nearly a decade ago. Kagezi was fatally shot on March 30, 2015, in Kiwatule, a Kampala suburb. The accused are Daniel Kisekka Kiwanuka, a farmer and charcoal burner from Kayunga district; John Kibuuka, also known as Musa, an inmate at Kigo prison; Nasur Abdallah Mugonole, an inmate at Kitalya Mini Max Prison; and John Masajjage, alias Mubiru Brian or Badru, also incarcerated at Kitalya Mini Max Prison. The case was brought before International Criminal Division (ICD) judge Alice Komuhangi Khaukha on Monday for further pretrial proceedings. Assistant DPP Thomas Jatiko and chief state attorney Lillian Omara told the court that two volumes of evidence had been disclosed to the defense team. They highlighted that the remaining disclosure included digital evidence stored on a flash disk, which would also be presented to the court before the day’s end. Jatiko noted that physical exhibits, such as scene-of-crime reconstruction videos, identification parade footage, and recordings of one of the accused, Kisekka, leading investigators to a shrine linked to the case, were ready for inspection.These exhibits are part of 97 pieces of evidence prepared for the trial, including bullet cartridges, bullet heads, three fragments, two smartphones, and three Tecno feature phones reportedly used in the crime. After partially receiving the disclosed materials, defense lawyer Henry Kunya described the evidence as well-organized. He and co-counsel Elizabeth Nampola, who were recently appointed on a state brief after the previous lawyers withdrew, confirmed readiness to proceed with the case. The court adjourned proceedings to today December 10 for further hearings.Investigators allege that the accused sought help from a witch doctor to perform rituals intended to delay proceedings and evade justice. These rituals reportedly occurred after the murder, along with other acts to protect themselves from detection.Postmortem reports confirmed Kagezi died from gunshot wounds, with forensic analysis conducted on bullet cartridges and blood swabs collected at the scene. Evidence implicates some of the accused, including confessions from Kibuuka and Kisekka, who detailed their roles in the crime. Records show Kibuuka provided the firearms, and each participant was paid Shs 500,000.Masajjage reportedly confessed to organizing the murder from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and claimed financial incentives motivated the crime. He also linked himself to other murders and armed robberies committed after Kagezi’s death. The prosecution alleges the murder aimed to intimidate the public or influence government decisions for political, religious, or economic gains. The case underscores the indiscriminate disregard for public safety and property. The trial is a significant step toward justice for the late Joan Kagezi. {loadposition inarticle}
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:56:17
Besigye, Lutale to reappear before Makindye Military Court today
Veteran political leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his associate, Hajji Obeid Lutale, are set to reappear before the General Court Martial in Makindye today. The court is expected to deliver a ruling on the legality of the charges against them and the jurisdiction of the General Court Martial, particularly given that their arrest occurred in […] The post Besigye, Lutale to reappear before Makindye Military Court today first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Dec 2024 03:59:42
Besigye, co-accused expected at Makindye military court
Veteran political leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his colleague Hajji Obeid Lutale are expected to reappear before the General Court Martial, Makindye on Tuesday. The pair is expected to return to receive a ruling on the legality of the charges against them and the jurisdiction of the General Court Martial, considering their arrest in neighboring Kenya. Besigye and Lutale last appeared before the court on December 2, 2024, after their lead Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua appeared without a practicing certificate from the Uganda Law Council. KFM understands that the court cannot proceed with any case involving a lawyer without this certificate, which is a prerequisite for all lawyers in the country. Dr. Besigye and Hajji Lutale were arrested at the […] The post Besigye, co-accused expected at Makindye military court first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:25:45
Rallying young people to fight corruption
Patrick Kamara hosts the Inspector General of Government (IGG), Betty Kamya, and Mr. Marlon Agaba, Executive Director of the Anti-Corruption Coalition Uganda, on the KFM HotSeat show for a conversation about rallying young people to fight corruption. Listen to the show below; The post Rallying young people to fight corruption first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Mon, 09 Dec 2024 17:26:02
Minimising Gender-Based Violence Is Key to Reducing HIV/Aids By 2030
[Nile Post] Human rights framework strengthening, multi-sectoral and multilateral collaborative efforts, toll-free lines, and adding HIV protection measures among top priority health components.
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@allafrica Mon, 09 Dec 2024 17:26:03
RCC Hudu Hussein Warns Idle Youths Are a Target of Exploitation
[Nile Post] The Resident City Commissioner (RCC) of Masaka City, Hudu Hussein, has cautioned young people against idleness, warning that it leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and involvement in activities that undermine national development.
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@allafrica Mon, 09 Dec 2024 17:26:04
The Teacher Who Cut Off My Long Fingers
[Nile Post] His ability to weave culture, music, and storytelling into education speaks volumes about his dedication. The image of students walking long distances to bask in his presence underlines the magnetism of a great teacher.
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@kfm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:54:08
Messi excluded as Bellingham and Real dominate FIFPRO honours
BY REUTERS Six players from Champions League winners Real Madrid and four from Manchester City feature in this year’s FIFPRO World 11 announced on Monday by the global players’ association, with Lionel Messi absent for the first time in almost 20 years. The 2024 FIFPRO World 11 is the first edition since 2006 to exclude Messi. The Argentinian, who holds the all-time record with 17 selections, was replaced in the front row by Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. Jude Bellingham topped the men’s overall voting, with the Real Madrid and England midfielder receiving 11,176 selections from his peers. Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk was the sole player outside of Real and City included in the men’s team of […] The post Messi excluded as Bellingham and Real dominate FIFPRO honours first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:56:26
UEGCL Connects 1,400 Customers to Electricity in Kayunga District
[Independent (Kampala)] Kayunga -- State-owned Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) has launched the 183MW Isimba Community Development Action Plan (CDAP) grid extension and reticulation project in Kayunga District, a transformative initiative aimed at bringing reliable electricity to rural communities.
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@sqoop Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:16:56
Carol Nantongo makes mark at maiden concert
Because of financial constraints, Carol Nantongo did not study A-Level. However, her mother encouraged her to pursue hairdressing, which she gladly did until a friend encouraged her to register for the Coca Cola Related Next, a singing competition. Despite not winning, this competition was a start of a journey she would later take for a […] The post Carol Nantongo makes mark at maiden concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:59:09
ULS dragged to court over alleged irregularities ahead of elections
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) and its election committee head, Moses Mwase, have been taken to court over the upcoming ULS elections scheduled for December 17. Former president Pheona Nabasa Gladys Wall filed a petition with the High Court Civil Division in Kampala, alleging that her name was unlawfully omitted from the final nomination list for the ULS representative to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Wall seeks a court order to overturn the decision to exclude her from the list of nominated candidates and to reinstate her name. She also requests an order compelling the respondents to conduct the elections in accordance with the principles of equity, neutrality, and the ULS Act and its rules. Nabasa seeks general damages for […] The post ULS dragged to court over alleged irregularities ahead of elections first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:38:24
Uganda, Egyptian firm sign Shs470b contract to build Akii-Bua Stadium
By Bill Oketch The Ugandan government has signed a contract with an Egyptian firm to construct a 20,000-seat Akii- Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City in memory of the Country’s first Olympic gold medalist, John Akii-Bua. The stadium, whose project will cost US$129m (approximately Shs470 billion), will be built by SAMCO National Construction Company, and the project is expected to be completed within 20 months. Muhammad Bbaale, the accounting officer of National Council of Sports, signed the contract on behalf of the government during a ceremony held at State House, Nakasero, on Friday, December 6, 2024. Read more The post Uganda, Egyptian firm sign Shs470b contract to build Akii-Bua Stadium first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:12:00
Azawi sets the stage ablaze on Day Two of Guinness Matchday on Tour
Guinness Matchday on Tour reached its crescendo on Day Two, where electrifying football moments seamlessly blended with a show-stopping musical performance by Uganda’s very own Azawi. Football fans gathered at Zoe Grounds, Lugogo, to witness a thrilling doubleheader on Guinness’ customised football truck, starting with Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Fulham and Chelsea’s dramatic 3-2 win […] The post Azawi sets the stage ablaze on Day Two of Guinness Matchday on Tour first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:45:23
Los Bandidos crowned NGO League Season 4 Champions in thrilling finale
After months of intense competition, Los Bandidos, the Class of 2005, emerged as champions, clinching the title with a razor-thin margin of just one point. They amassed 45 points over the season, narrowly edging out Ba Musaayi Muto (Class of 2004), who finished second with 44 points at Season 4 of the Guinness sponsored NGO […] The post Los Bandidos crowned NGO League Season 4 Champions in thrilling finale first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:37:05
Kenyan Lawyer Martha Karua denied temporary practicing license to defend Besigye in Court Martial
The Uganda Law Council has declined to grant Martha Karua, Kenya’s former Justice Minister, a temporary practicing license, citing her application as politically motivated rather than professionally driven. Karua had sought the license to represent Dr. Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale, who were arrested in Kenya and charged with possession of firearms by Uganda’s General […] The post Kenyan Lawyer Martha Karua denied temporary practicing license to defend Besigye in Court Martial first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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