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@allafrica Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:21
Makerere Calls for Curriculum Reforms to Foster Critical Skills
[Nile Post] The Chairperson of Makerere University Council, Lorna Magara, has called on the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) to take the lead in advocating for curriculum reforms aimed at equipping students with vital skills such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, ethical reasoning, digital literacy, and community engagement.
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@allafrica Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:22
Minister Kyofatogabye Faults Mukono Diocese for Blocking Road Construction
[Nile Post] According to the minister, the diocese has refused to sign consent papers required for the tarmacking of Cathedral Rise Road, delaying progress on a $50 million infrastructure project.
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@allafrica Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:25
Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister Demands Extradition Protocol Adherence
[Nile Post] Addressing a press conference at Parliament, Nkunyingi urged the Kenyan government to observe extradition norms for all persons requested by any state, including Uganda.
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@allafrica Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:26
Kyabenda HCIII Brings Maternal Health Services Closer to Pregnant Mothers
[Nile Post] The health centre has been equipped with a modern ultrasound machine, an oxygen concentrator, and an infant radiant warmer valued at Shs55 million through support from USAID.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:10:21
Speke Resort Munyonyo spices up Sundays with Live Band Performances at Nyanja/Lake Terrace
Speke Resort Munyonyo has introduced a new way to elevate your Sundays, with the Sunday Band Live—a weekly experience that promises a blend of music, cuisine, and relaxing lakeside scenic views. The Live band performance shall be a half day affair, and shall be held at the picturesque Nyanja/Lake Terrace Restaurant, every Sunday from 1pm […] The post Speke Resort Munyonyo spices up Sundays with Live Band Performances at Nyanja/Lake Terrace first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:51
Victoria University Sharks rugby team unveil new kit ahead of Premier League debut
Victoria University Kampala officially unveiled its rugby team, the Victoria Sharks, and their new season kit on Thursday, marking a significant milestone as the team prepares for its debut in the Uganda Rugby Premier League, the top-tier league in the country. The university shared the announcement on its official X handle, stating:“Today, Victoria University proudly […] The post Victoria University Sharks rugby team unveil new kit ahead of Premier League debut first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:03:24
Bedridden retired police officer Sam Omala asks for forgiveness from anyone he wronged
Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police, Sam Omala, who is currently bedridden at Mulago Hospital, is asking anyone he wronged to forgive him. According to his son, Mutukuvu Devine Omala, the retired battle-hardened officer is currently unable to speak well but asked him to publicly apologize on his behalf. Mutukuvu revealed that the “Afande” was first […] The post Bedridden retired police officer Sam Omala asks for forgiveness from anyone he wronged first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Fri, 22 Nov 2024 04:00:57
Deputy Lord Mayor, Doreen Nyanjura’s brother shot dead in mobile money shop raid
By Job Bwire & Andrew Bagala One person has been shot dead and another seriously injured in a suspected aggravated robbery in Ntinda, a Kampala suburb. Kampala Metropolitan deputy spokesperson, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire said police had responded to the scene. “Kira Road Police have responded to a scene of aggravated robbery in Ntinda. Tragically, one person has been confirmed dead, and another sustained injuries. Further details will be provided as soon as Possible,” ASP Oweyesigyire said in a Thursday evening, November 21 statement issued minutes after Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor, Ms Doreen Nyanjura posted on her X handle saying her brother, one Albert Cook Tugume who operates a mobile money shop in the area had been shot dead. Ms Nyanjura said Tugume,33, was […] The post Deputy Lord Mayor, Doreen Nyanjura’s brother shot dead in mobile money shop raid first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:56:10
State of rule of law, access to justice
Patrick Kamara hosts lawyers Nicholas Opiyo, Executive Director of Chapter Four Uganda, and Francis Harimwomugasho, Managing Partner of AhaMark Advocates, on the KFM Hot Seat show to discuss the state of rule of law and access to justice in Uganda. Listen to the show below; The post State of rule of law, access to justice first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@observer Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:08:38
Kampala deputy mayor’s brother shot dead in Ntinda robbery
Albert Cook Tugume, a brother of Kampala deputy mayor Doreen Nyanjura, was shot dead in a robbery on Ntinda-Kigowa Road, Kampala, on Thursday evening. Police have described the incident as an act of aggravated robbery. Tugume, who operated a mobile money kiosk in the area, was reportedly held at gunpoint by the assailants before being fatally shot. Another individual was injured during the attack, though their identity and condition remain undisclosed. Nyanjura shared the tragic news on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “My brother Tugume Albert Cook has been abducted at gunpoint from Central Road, Ntinda-Kigowa Road. One person has been shot dead. He operates a mobile money shop.” Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson briefly acknowledged the incident in a statement on X, confirming that officers from Kira Road police station had responded to the scene. Further details about the robbery, including the suspects and the motive, remain unclear as police investigations continue. {loadposition inarticle}
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@kfm Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:15:22
Govt to resume Sugar Act amendment after stakeholder consensus
The Ugandan government is poised to resume the process of amending the Sugar Act 2020, following a consensus with various stakeholders, including sugarcane growers. A national validation of the regulatory impact assessment for the sugarcane sub-sector was presented on Thursday. The event yielded recommendations from stakeholders, who have agreed on the provisions they wish to see included in the amended Act. Speaking at the validation, Minister of State for Trade David Bahati explained that the amendment process was temporarily halted due to misunderstandings with stakeholders. Further consultations were subsequently conducted to address these issues. “We also had some little errors in the formula which we are correcting so that we have all the ingredients that we want put in place,” […] The post Govt to resume Sugar Act amendment after stakeholder consensus first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:02
Besigye’s lawyers seek international legal intervention after arrest
Lawyers representing veteran Ugandan opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye have established a legal foothold in Nairobi, Kenya, to challenge what they consider as unlawful arrest and deportation of their client. Besigye and his comrade Obedi Lutale were arrested in Nairobi over the weekend. They had traveled to Kenya at the invitation of Kenyan opposition politician Martha Karua to attend a book launch. They were subsequently remanded to prison on charges related to security, illegal possession of two pistols, and illegal possession of eight rounds of ammunition. They were arraigned before the Military Court Martial in Makindye and remanded until December 2, 2024. According to their lawyer, Erias Lukwago, they have already partnered with the Pan African Lawyers Union, the International […] The post Besigye’s lawyers seek international legal intervention after arrest first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:01:36
Doctors Condemn Assault On Nsambya Hospital Staff
[Nile Post] The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has condemned the assault on healthcare workers and security personnel at St. Francis Hospital Nsambya on November 19, 2024, calling it a grave violation of medical ethics and a threat to public health.
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@allafrica Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:02:03
Byanyima Condemns Military Trial of Dr. Kizza Besigye
[Nile Post] Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS, has called for a fair legal process for her husband, Dr. Kizza Besigye, denouncing his trial in a Ugandan military court as unjust and politically motivated. She emphasized that Besigye, a former presidential candidate and retired colonel, has not owned a firearm in over 20 years, making the charges against him baseless.
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@allafrica Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:56:24
Kenya Investigates Alleged Kidnapping of Ugandan Opposition Leader Besigye
[RFI] Kenyan authorities were on Thursday investigating the alleged abduction from Nairobi of the prominent Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye after he appeared at a military court in Kampala.
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@allafrica Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:35:35
Enhanced Control Measures Helping to Control Mpox Outbreak in Africa
[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- More than 13 000 laboratory-confirmed mpox cases have been reported in the African region since the start of 2024, as of 17 November. Three countries - Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda - account for approximately 97% of all reported cases so far this year.
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