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@sqoop Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:35:50
Restoring hope: How the Judith Nahurira Foundation is transforming the lives of Kiteezi landslide survivors
The Judith Nahurira Foundation has played a pivotal role in transforming the lives of children affected by the devastating Kiteezi landslide. This tragic event claimed over 36 lives, including the family members of four children—Shamirah, Kawuthara, Bashirah, and Lewis. Thanks to the foundation’s unwavering support, these children now have access to quality education at Namuwaaya […] The post Restoring hope: How the Judith Nahurira Foundation is transforming the lives of Kiteezi landslide survivors first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:03:33
Bunyoro king airlifted to Kampala for treatment following court order
By DAVID VOSH AJUNA Bunyoro King (Omukama) Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I arrived by a presidential helicopter in Kampala on Thursday and started treatment in the capital, the kingdom said. The development follows an October 3 Hoima High Court order that “the king should be taken for specialized treatment in India or any other hospital in the world with the best facilities.” On Thursday, Bunyoro Prime Minister Andrew Byakutaga said President Museveni had on October 14 sent his personal doctor to assess the health of the king at his Karuziika Palace in Hoima City. Read more The post Bunyoro king airlifted to Kampala for treatment following court order first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:07:59
Former KCCA officials charged over Kiteezi landfill tragedy
Three former Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) officials, including the former Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka, her Deputy Eng. Edward Luyimbazi, and the Director of Public Health, Dr. Daniel Okello, were arraigned before the Kasangati Magistrates Court on Friday. They face charges stemming from the Kiteezi landfill tragedy that claimed over 30 lives. The trio is accused of manslaughter, a grave offense punishable by life imprisonment. In the alternative, the Director of Public Prosecutions has charged them with causing death by a rash and negligent act through a series of omissions, including; Continuing to operate the Kiteezi landfill site without necessary permits, failing to take immediate action despite warnings of a looming disaster, permitting continued dumping of waste at the landfill, […] The post Former KCCA officials charged over Kiteezi landfill tragedy first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:09:22
2026 elections: 13,000 Electoral Commission jobs up for grabs
By Busein Samilu As the country gears up for the 2026 General Election, the Electoral Commission (EC) has announced more than 13,000 job slots. The job call issued last Wednesday seeks to recruit 2,300 sub-county election officers and 10,717 to oversee the exercise countrywide. The general election is expected to run between January 12 and February 9, 2026. Mr Julius Mucunguzi, the EC spokesperson, yesterday said the planned recruitment aims to beef up the Commission’s manpower as they start implementing major activities on the 2025/2026 electoral road map. “The major activities on the electoral road map are done at the lowest level and yet the Commission does not have the manpower to reach there and that’s why we are doing these […] The post 2026 elections: 13,000 Electoral Commission jobs up for grabs first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:37:07
Chelsea boss Bompastor calls for goal-line technology in women’s game
BY REUTERS Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor called for the introduction of goal-line technology in women’s soccer after her side conceded a controversial goal during their 5-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Women’s Super League (WSL) on Sunday. Spurs scored their first goal when Amanda Nilden’s long-range effort appeared to be saved by Chelsea keeper Hannah Hampton, but the assistant referee flagged that it had crossed the line and a goal was awarded. The Premier League implemented Hawk-Eye technology at the start of the 2013/14 season to determine whether the ball has crossed the line and other men’s leagues have similar systems. “The technology is available for the men’s game. It’s been 10 years now. Why shouldn’t it be available […] The post Chelsea boss Bompastor calls for goal-line technology in women’s game first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:24:42
Mozambique police clash with opposition protesters after disputed election
BY REUTERS Mozambique police on Monday fired teargas at protesters in the capital Maputo who had gathered at the scene where two opposition party figures were shot dead on Saturday after a disputed election. The full results of Mozambique’s Oct. 9 national election are expected this week, with early results showing that the ruling party Frelimo is set for another win. Opposition candidates say the poll was rigged. Frelimo has ruled the southern African country since 1975 and has been accused of electoral fraud by opposition leaders, civil society and election observers, which it denies. “The police are turning this into a violent protest because they are firing at us. We are here to demand that the truth about the […] The post Mozambique police clash with opposition protesters after disputed election first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:35:29
UPDF soldier allegedly kills three, injures two in Agago
A Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier is on the run allegedly killing three people and injuring two others in Agago district. The suspect, identified as Private Bonny Amenoy, 45, is attached to the UPDF 01 Commando Battalion. According to the UPDF 5 Infantry Division Public Information Officer, Captain Edrin Mawanda, the incident occurred on October 20, 2024, in Ngora East village, Paimol Sub County. It is alleged that Private Amenoy had a disagreement with his wife who fled the scene. In a fit of rage, he reportedly went on a shooting spree, targeting individuals he believed may have helped her escape. “It is alleged that he had misunderstandings with his wife one Angom Betty who escaped from him. It’s […] The post UPDF soldier allegedly kills three, injures two in Agago first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:44:42
Woman in viral video slapping traffic officer remanded
Ms Mercy Timbitwire, 38, a Public Relations Officer at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Secretariat, and her accomplice, Benardine Abangira, have been remanded to Luzira prison on charges of robbery, assault, and several traffic offenses. The charges stem from a viral video showing Timbitwire slapping a traffic officer in uniform. According to the prosecution, on October 18, 2024, Timbitwire was driving recklessly while using a handheld mobile phone near Makerere University Business School (MUBS) in Kampala. She refused to comply with the directives of a police officer on duty. Later, at the UMA show grounds in Lugogo, while still driving the same vehicle, a Land Cruiser with no valid third-party license, Timbitwire and Abangira assaulted a police officer, PC Charles […] The post Woman in viral video slapping traffic officer remanded first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:53:06
UNRA reports increase in daily traffic on Entebbe Expressway
The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has reported a surge in daily traffic along Entebbe Expressway. According to new figures, daily traffic volumes have reached 26,811 vehicles daily, compared to 23,782 in October last year. The increase is partly attributed to improved lighting on the Expressway and the availability of 24/7 incident management and patrol services. In an interview with KFM on Monday, Mr Allan Ssempebwa, Manager of Media Relations at UNRA, stated that the number of people injured in crashes has also dropped significantly, from 114 to 55 over the past six months, compared to the same period last year. “We usually conduct a monthly inspection of the Kampala Expressway to check on the operation and maintenance services of […] The post UNRA reports increase in daily traffic on Entebbe Expressway first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:18:47
UCAA raises car parking fees at Entebbe Airport
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has announced that it will increase car parking fees at Entebbe International Airport starting November 1, 2024. The current rates have been in place since October 1, 2009. UCAA says the fee adjustments are part of its efforts to invest in upgrading airport facilities and improve the overall passenger experience. For short-term parking, the first-hour charge for saloon cars and station wagons will increase from Shs2,000 to Shs5,000. Minibuses will see their rates rise from Shs4,000 to Shs8,000, while lorries, trailers, trucks, and buses will be charged Shs10,000. For long-term car parking, the first day will cost Shs30,000, and subsequent days will remain at Shs10,000 per day. However, after 30 days of parking in […] The post UCAA raises car parking fees at Entebbe Airport first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 19 Oct 2024 05:04:00
Why Youth Entrepreneurs are key to tackling climate change in Africa
Article by Tony. O. Elumelu, UBA Group, Chairman I am a proud African. I am also a philanthropist and entrepreneur, I have seen first-hand that to effectively tackle climate change within the African context, we must look to the people it impacts. Too often our businesses have not created value on our continent or traded […] The post Why Youth Entrepreneurs are key to tackling climate change in Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 20 Oct 2024 09:04:59
Bell ObaFest reignites beer celebrations in a 3-day festival extravaganza
The second edition of Bell ObaFest is one you had to attend to fully appreciate the magic created when more than a beer experience meets food, art and music. The flagship beer of Uganda Breweries, Bell Lager united beer lovers in a 3-day beer celebration of some of the iconic beer brands in Uganda, marking […] The post Bell ObaFest reignites beer celebrations in a 3-day festival extravaganza first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 20 Oct 2024 16:12:07
Beer, Banter, and Big Wins: Guinness Matchday Takes Over Obafest
Football fans who made it to the Bell Obafest at Jahazi Pier over the weekend left with big smiles on their faces, well except for the Arsenal fans, of course! Guinness Uganda turned the beer festival into a football fans’ paradise with its electrifying Guinness Matchday experience. Fans not only indulged in the frosty goodness […] The post Beer, Banter, and Big Wins: Guinness Matchday Takes Over Obafest first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:02:00
Bell Oba Fest 2024: A Weekend of Beer, Beats, and Culture
The weekend was nothing short of vibrant at Jahazi Pier, Munyonyo, where the Bell Oba Fest took center stage for three days of non-stop celebration. A perfect blend of beer, music, and culture, the festival brought together hundreds of revelers for an unforgettable experience. From the moment you stepped through the gates on Friday, it […] The post Bell Oba Fest 2024: A Weekend of Beer, Beats, and Culture first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:08:00
dfcu Bank strengthens support for women within Eastern Uganda’s business Communities with GROW Loan launch
dfcu Bank has launched the GROW initiative in Eastern Uganda to support women entrepreneurs in the region with financial support and business training to scale their businesses. The event, held in Jinja, marks a significant step in dfcu Bank’s commitment to fostering economic growth and supporting women in business through access to affordable credit, tailored […] The post dfcu Bank strengthens support for women within Eastern Uganda’s business Communities with GROW Loan launch first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:07:36
Bebe Cool to hold a concert next year
Singer Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool, has officially revealed plans for a major concert set for 2025. Speaking on the second day of the #BellObaFest2024, the self-titled “Big Size” announced that the event will be called the Gold Heart Concert, and will take place at the Kololo Independence Grounds. While the exact date is yet […] The post Bebe Cool to hold a concert next year first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:46:54
New URA baggage rules at Entebbe Airport: What travelers need to know about duty-free allowances and customs procedures
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has introduced new rules for handling passenger baggage at Entebbe International Airport to improve customs clearance procedures. Robert Kalumba, URA’s assistant commissioner for public and corporate affairs, announced that the changes align with updates to the East African Community Customs Management Act. The new rules raise the allowable limit for […] The post New URA baggage rules at Entebbe Airport: What travelers need to know about duty-free allowances and customs procedures first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 08:56:39
Tithes fund our luxurious lifestyles—Pastor Mondo
Pastor Franklin Mondo Mugisha of Empowerment Christian Centre Church International, which now ‘operates’ in Kenya, has said that tithes collected in churches are enjoyed by men of God and their families. In a TikTok video, Pastor Mondo explained that the money given as tithe directly benefits the pastors themselves, rather than the church. According to […] The post Tithes fund our luxurious lifestyles—Pastor Mondo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:21:11
Ruparelia Group Managing Director- Rajiv Ruparelia only Ugandan recognized in #Choiseul100Africa 2024
Rajiv Ruparelia, the Managing Director of the Ruparelia Group, has been recognized in the prestigious #Choiseul100Africa 2024. The #Choiseul100Africa recognizes the top 100 young African leaders under the age of 40 who are shaping the continent’s future. Rajiv’s leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence have earned him this coveted spot, making him the only Ugandan […] The post Ruparelia Group Managing Director- Rajiv Ruparelia only Ugandan recognized in #Choiseul100Africa 2024 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:03:06
UPDF soldier kills three, injures two in shooting rampage
A Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier has shot dead three civilians and injured two others in Agago district. The incident happened on October 20 at around midnight in Ngora East village, Ngora Parish, Paimol Sub County, Agago district. The deceased have been identified as Apiyo Sunday, 21, Akidi Santino, 47, and Ajalo Florence, 16, […] The post UPDF soldier kills three, injures two in shooting rampage first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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