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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Nov 2024 06:29:06
Equity NARO Open returns for 4th edition this weekend in Namulonge
Uganda’s amateur and professional golfers are set to converge this weekend for the 4th Annual Equity NARO Open at the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club in Namulonge, Wakiso District. The Equity NARO Open has become a landmark event for the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club, which is located at the National Agriculture Research Organization (NARO) […] The post Equity NARO Open returns for 4th edition this weekend in Namulonge first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:51:50
Museveni gets Africa award for good lab services
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) has recognised President Museveni as its champion for improving health laboratory services in Africa. The award, the Health Ministry said, was received on his behalf on November 5 by the Permanent Secretary, Dr Diana Atwiine, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, during the ASLM special convention on diagnostics. Mr Museveni in his acceptance speech appreciated the ASLM for “recognising our humble efforts, towards achieving the goal of quality laboratory services for all.” Read more The post Museveni gets Africa award for good lab services first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:49:11
54-year-old man stoned to death for stealing a goat
A 54-year-old man, Sserungunda Vincent, has been stoned to death after being found with a stolen goat. The incident occurred on November 2 in Kigo village, Kabulasoke sub-county, Gomba District. According to the police in Bukandula, Gomba District, they received information about the incident at around 6:00 AM. The locals found the suspect moving with […] The post 54-year-old man stoned to death for stealing a goat first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:43:33
Over 790,000 sit PLE
Over 790,000 primary seven candidates are scheduled to sit for their Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) on November 6 and 7, 2024. The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Spokesperson, Jennifer Kalule stated that a total of 798,763 candidates, who were briefed by their headteachers on Monday, will begin their exams on Wednesday. “The Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) have kicked off today with the briefing of candidates. examinations will commence on November 6 and 7, 2024,” UNEB said in a statement on Monday. According to Kalule, candidates will sit for the Mathematics paper on Wednesday morning, followed by Social Studies and Religious Education in the afternoon. On Thursday, candidates are expected to complete their exams with Integrated Science in the morning and […] The post Over 790,000 sit PLE first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 06 Nov 2024 03:32:19
Markets favouring “Trump trades” but election looks too close to call
BY REUTERS Republican Donald Trump won 14 states in Tuesday’s U.S. presidential election while Democrat Kamala Harris captured four states and Washington, D.C., Edison Research projected, but the contest remained undecided with critical battleground states unlikely to be called for hours or even days. The early results were as anticipated, with the contest expected to come down to seven swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Opinion polls showed the rivals neck and neck in all seven going into Election Day. As of 9 p.m. ET (0200 GMT on Wednesday), polls had closed in 41 states and Washington, D.C. Trump had 154 electoral votes to Harris’ 30 electoral votes. A candidate needs a total of 270 […] The post Markets favouring “Trump trades” but election looks too close to call first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:10:00
Keeping tabs on US polls
Patrick Kamara sits down with Dr. Livingstone Sewanyana and Dr. Fred Muhumuza on the KFM Hotseat show for an in-depth look at the 2024 U.S. election. The dizzying presidential contest between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris hurtled toward an uncertain finish on November 5, 2024, as millions of Americans headed to the polls to choose between two sharply different visions for the country. Listen to the show below; The post Keeping tabs on US polls first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:30:38
Land Grabbers Devour Three Hectares of Ankole Kingdom Burial Ground
[Nile Post] Alleged buyers claim they acquired the land from Prince John Barigye in the 1970s, though royal family members argue the transactions were flawed and have called for government intervention.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:30:47
Cabinet Reverses Decision to Transition UCDA Amidst Growing MP Opposition
[Nile Post] Sources report that President Museveni intends to convene a meeting with NRM MPs from the Buganda region, many of whom have voiced strong opposition to the integration plan.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:30:49
Aisha Cyimpaye - The Beacon of Hope for PPP in Kisoro By-Election
[Nile Post] Cyimpaye has a history of leadership, having taken on roles in both her school and university. She cites her father as her political role model, drawing inspiration from his passion for politics.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:59:07
Johnnie Walker Launches the Gift of Big Flavor Gifting Campaign
[Nile Post] Johnnie Walker Uganda has officially launched its 2024 Gifting Campaign- The Gift of Big Flavor, with a grand opening of a Gifting Studio at Village Mall in Bugolobi.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:59:10
Minister Oboth Helps Distribute Tricycles and Wheelchairs to PWDs in Tororo
[Nile Post] The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Oboth Oboth has distributed 50 tricycles and wheelchairs to Persons Living with Disabilities in Tororo District.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:59:08
Tororo Hospital Seeks Shs250m to Get Facelift
[Nile Post] St. Anthony Hospital, a critical healthcare facility in Tororo District, is seeking shs250 million to repair its aging infrastructure, with 60% of its buildings now in dilapidated condition.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:59:11
How the State Witnesses Staggered As Katanga Trial Takes Break
[Nile Post] As the Katanga trial takes a break after sessions lasting nearly two weeks, the defence lawyers have highlighted potential investigative errors, and successfully challenged the credibility of all 10 prosecution witnesses.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:34:00
Deadly Potholes On Mbarara-Bushenyi Highway - Motorists Fear Rising Accident Rates
[Nile Post] The Mbarara-Bushenyi highway has become a hazardous route for motorists due to the proliferation of dangerous potholes. This once vital road is now a daily threat, with drivers facing frequent accidents and significant vehicle damage.
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@kfm Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:00:09
Over 350 displaced, gardens destroyed as rain pounds nine Namutumba villages
By Ronald Seebe Over 350 residents across nine villages in Mazuba sub-county, Namutumba District, have been displaced and risk suffering hunger and poverty after heavy rains, characterised by strong winds, destroyed more than 37 houses and garden crops on Monday evening. The affected villages include; Kakunyu, Nsoola ‘A’, Nsoola ‘B’ Namuwayo, Bumbala, Kasuleta A, Kasuleta ‘B’ Bukyede A’, and Bukyede ‘B’. The rainstorm, which lasted for about three hours, blew off the roofs of several houses, while at least 75 hectares of crop gardens, including cassava, maize, rice, coffee and bananas, were destroyed. Read more The post Over 350 displaced, gardens destroyed as rain pounds nine Namutumba villages first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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