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@allafrica Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:43:59
Improving Food Security and Livelihood in Northern Uganda
[Nile Post] In an effort to improve livelihoods, food security, peace building, resilience, inclusion, and education for refugees in Northern Uganda, ADRA Uganda, in partnership with NORAD, has launched the ASPIRE (Action for Strengthening Partnerships in Inclusion, Resilience, and Education) project.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 17 Oct 2024 06:29:28
NIRA announces new timelines for National ID renewals and registrations
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has announced new timelines for the renewal of national IDs and fresh registrations, following the cabinet’s approval of a Shs666.85 billion budget to support the exercise. The funding will facilitate the enrollment of at least 17.2 million Ugandans and the renewal of 15.8 million ID cards, which are […] The post NIRA announces new timelines for National ID renewals and registrations first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:58:46
Parliament seeks explanation on how URA staff shared Shs14.6 billion in unapproved bonus payout
Speaker Anita Among has called on Finance Minister Matia Kasaija to clarify the circumstances under which Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) staff allocated themselves bonuses amounting to Shs14.6 billion. This figure, which far exceeds the approved Shs11.638 billion, was shared among staff for exceeding revenue targets in the 2021/2022 financial year, but it was done without […] The post Parliament seeks explanation on how URA staff shared Shs14.6 billion in unapproved bonus payout first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:42:06
U.S. Government Boosts Mpox Response in Uganda With $4.1 Million and Test Supplies
[Nile Post] The U.S. government has announced a significant investment of $4.1 million (approximately 15 billion UGX) to enhance the mpox response in Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:40:24
Nakivale Refugee Camp Faces Food Crisis After Programme Closure
[Nile Post] Nakivale Camp, which welcomes over 500 refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo each week, is now facing a mounting crisis, with leaders unsure how to address the growing food needs of these vulnerable newcomers.
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@sqoop Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:17:20
One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne was found dead outside a hotel in Buenos Aires after the 31-year-old fell from his third-floor room balcony, Argentine police said on Wednesday. In a statement, the capital police said they were called to the hotel in the capital’s leafy Palermo neighborhood where they were notified of an “aggressive […] The post One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:38:56
Uganda filmmakers win big in US
Ugandan filmmakers Nisha Kalema and Ntale Guma Mbaho Mwine are some of the big winners in the just-concluded 15th edition of the Silicon Valley African Film Festival that happened earlier this week in California USA. Nisha Kalema won Best Narrative Feature for her Makula, beating off competition from Joel Ayuk’s Choke Hold from Cameroon, Yao […] The post Uganda filmmakers win big in US first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:29:12
Nakaseke Leaders Launch Poverty Eradication Campaign
[Nile Post] Nakaseke district leaders, led by State Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, have initiated a comprehensive campaign to eradicate poverty and enhance the quality of life for the local populace.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:30:13
Gen Muhoozi Hosts Luncheon in Appreciation of Independence Parade Performance
[Nile Post] The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has hosted a luncheon at the Defence Intelligence and Security Headquarters to appreciate the participants of the Independence Day Parade.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:00:27
NUP Supporters Face Death Penalty After Pleading Guilty to Terrorism Charges - Legal Expert
[Nile Post] Dr Benson Tisasirwe, a legal expert and lecturer at Makerere University, highlighted the gravity of the situation, explaining that terrorism, being a capital offense, carries either a life sentence or the death penalty in Uganda.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:46:38
Senegal, Uganda and DR Congo Seal TotalEnergies CAF Afcon Places, Sudan Sink Ghana
[CAF] DR Congo, Uganda and Senegal secured their spots at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after important wins in their qualifying matches on Tuesday.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:05:32
Museveni Asks UPDF to Focus On Agriculture, Professionalism
[Nile Post] Turning his focus to agriculture, President Museveni called on the officers and local farmers to prioritize large-scale farming with irrigation, stressing crop diversification as crucial for addressing poverty.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:05:36
Inadequate Learning Materials Frustrating New Curriculum At Public Schools, Say Teachers
[Nile Post] Mary Gorrety Amuge, a Biology teacher and deputy headteacher at Lira Town College, highlighted the difficulties in understanding and implementing the curriculum, particularly with the project-based learning component.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:05:37
Mao to Meet President Museveni Over Electoral Reforms Amidst Controversy
[Nile Post] Mao, while appearing before the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee, chaired by MP Baka Mugabi, expressed confidence that the discussion with the President would facilitate a smooth passage through Cabinet.
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@allafrica Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:11:58
Cracks At Kiteezi Landfill Raise Alarm - KCCA Faces Pressure Over Waste Management Solutions
[Nile Post] Residents of Kiteezi have been warned of an impending disaster at the landfill, as cracks have been spotted on its western slope. Frank Rusa, the Acting Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), made the revelation yesterday while appearing before the Presidential Affairs Committee.
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@sqoop Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:29:45
State not ready to prosecute Pressure 24/7 over insulting Museveni
A TikToker who allegedly insulted the Kabaka (king) of Buganda, Ronald Mutebi and President Museveni has asked court to dismiss the charges against him for want of prosecution. Through his lawyers, Mr Ibrahim Musana, also known as Pressure 24/7 who, on Wednesday, had appeared before the Chief Magistrates Court at Buganda Road for the hearing […] The post State not ready to prosecute Pressure 24/7 over insulting Museveni first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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