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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:16:29
Equity Group reports strong regional growth, record profits, and strategic expansions in insurance and sustainability initiatives
Equity Group Holdings Plc (EGH) has shown resilience amidst high-interest rates and fluctuating exchange rates across its markets, reporting steady growth and increased contributions from its regional operations. As of September 30, 2024, regional branches contributed 51% of the Group’s profit before tax and accounted for 48% of its total assets, which now stand at […] The post Equity Group reports strong regional growth, record profits, and strategic expansions in insurance and sustainability initiatives first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:11:03
Authorities Shut Down Cleveland Specialised Clinic Over Fake Doctor Scandal
[Nile Post] The closure follows an extensive investigation led by NBS television, which exposed Ssemanda as an imposter who had been masquerading as a licensed doctor for over a decade.
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@allafrica Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:11:12
Hoima Residents Threaten Protest Over Chimpanzee Invasion
[Nile Post] Residents in five villages of Hoima City West Karongo, Bujwahya, Kihomboza, Budaka, and Kibingo are gripped by fear after two chimpanzees invaded the area four months ago.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:37:52
How to stand out at Nyege Nyege festival
The long-awaited Uganda Waragi Nyege Nyege International Music Festival is finally here, and many of you are wondering how to slay at the four-day musical fiesta, taking place from November 14-17 at Jinja Golf Course. For those new to Nyege Nyege, remember: the saying “Don’t judge a book by its cover” doesn’t quite apply here. […] The post How to stand out at Nyege Nyege festival first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:59:58
Mary Jane, a Red Flag and then some in Swangz Avenue All-Star album
In July this year, Swangz Avenue artistes and managers took a trip to Zanzibar. Not to just chill but on a creative trip to come up with the first-ever All-star album. On their return, we learnt that the artistes had come up with 16 tracks, including collaborations with other artistes not signed to Swangz Avenue. […] The post Mary Jane, a Red Flag and then some in Swangz Avenue All-Star album first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:05:20
Kabera impresses at Chef’s Table experience
Away from Kabera, the night was all about eating as Chef Sho brought guests “back to school” with a playful, refined twist on nostalgic boarding school meals. Seated on a stool with a microphone in front of her and a guitarist right besides her, you could not miss Angel Kabera’s set. It was not one […] The post Kabera impresses at Chef’s Table experience first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:10:18
All you need to know about Swangz All-star album
In July Swangz Avenue was pressed to give Vinka a concert. Someone even started an online petition. Swangz was like say no more, we have a big announcement…. The announcement was for the All-star album. Soon, they were off to Zanzibar… The album was released on Friday after a listening party where friends of Swangz […] The post All you need to know about Swangz All-star album first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:10:07
UACE EXAMS: Two Senior Six candidates caught using AI to generate History essays
Two senior six students in Masaka City are under investigation for allegedly using artificial intelligence (AI) to cheat during the ongoing Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams. The incident occurred during an afternoon history exam on Monday at Masaka Hall. The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) confirmed that Cecilia Nabahinda and Grace Nakiyimba were […] The post UACE EXAMS: Two Senior Six candidates caught using AI to generate History essays first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:06:30
Sironko District Bans Volunteers Serving At Public Health Facilities
[Independent (Kampala)] Sironko -- Sironko district has banned volunteer health workers at all public health facilities. This decision was announced by Nelson Kirenda, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Sironko, in an exclusive interview with our reporter over the weekend.
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@kfm Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:09:29
Police yet to arrest suspects in Pastor Bugingo shooting
By Priscilla Maloba Police are still searching for assailants who opened fire on Pastor Aloysius Bugingo’s vehicle 10 months ago, leaving his driver dead. The incident happened at around 9pm at Bwalakata Junction in Namungoona, Kasubi in Rubaga Division on January 2. “The hunt for the suspects in the matter is still on,” the police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma said yesterday in an interview. Read more The post Police yet to arrest suspects in Pastor Bugingo shooting first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:18:26
Court orders disclosure of CCTV footage in Katanga murder trial
The High Court in Kampala on Tuesday ordered prosecutors in the Henry Katanga murder trial, led by Chief State Attorney Jonathan Muwaganya from the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), to disclose all raw data—including text messages, WhatsApp messages, phone call records, and CCTV footage—recovered from the Katanga residence that the cybercrime expert relied on to write his report. The order by Justice Isaac Muwata follows a spirited attempt by defense lawyers from KAA to block the evidence of AIP Enock Kanene, a cybercrime expert who analyzed the phones of the five suspects as well as CCTV footage. As Kanene began testifying on his report, defense lawyers objected, arguing that he had violated several sections of the Computer […] The post Court orders disclosure of CCTV footage in Katanga murder trial first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:54:48
Saudi Amnesty Sees 146 Ugandan Migrant Workers Repatriated
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- A total of 146 Ugandan migrant workers, who had been detained in various centers and prisons across Saudi Arabia, have been successfully repatriated following negotiations between the Ugandan and Saudi governments.
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@allafrica Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:13:08
Prosecution Accused of Withholding Evidence in Katanga Trial
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- In the ongoing Katanga trial, tensions are high as defense and prosecution attorneys clash over the admissibility of digital evidence, particularly CCTV footage and mobile phone data seized from the residence of the late businessman Henry Katanga.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:03:00
Absa Bank Uganda rewards loyal customers with Shs100 million in card usage campaign
Absa Bank Uganda has awarded cash prizes totaling Shs100 million to 10 lucky winners in its ongoing “UGX 200 Million Can Change Your Story” card usage campaign. This initiative, which runs through December 31, 2024, is designed to encourage customers to embrace the convenience of cashless payments while underscoring Absa’s commitment to customer-centric banking through […] The post Absa Bank Uganda rewards loyal customers with Shs100 million in card usage campaign first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:14:19
Five teachers arrested for leaking and selling PLE papers
Five teachers in Kiira Division have been arrested over the unauthorized possession and distribution of what are alleged to be Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) materials. The individuals detained include Mugaga Ramathan Male, a 24-year-old invigilator stationed at Kirinya C/U Primary School in Kampala. The others include Tumuhimbise Ronald, a 40-year-old […] The post Five teachers arrested for leaking and selling PLE papers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:36:12
Meet Emmanuel Bunkeddeko, a 41-year-old boda boda rider and father of three, who decided to go back to school after missing out on many job opportunities
Emmanuel Bunkeddeko, a 41-year-old boda boda rider from Mityana town, is among the 142,009 students taking this year’s Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams. Driven by a desire to improve his prospects after missing out on job opportunities due to a lack of formal qualifications, Bunkeddeko embarked on his academic journey later in life. […] The post Meet Emmanuel Bunkeddeko, a 41-year-old boda boda rider and father of three, who decided to go back to school after missing out on many job opportunities first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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