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@theguardian Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:07
Africa’s small-scale revolution against big agriculture: five farmers talk greener, better food
Devotees of agroecology tell the Guardian about their rejection of chemicals and fertilisers to create diverse and thriving cropsFrom degraded fields being brought back to fertile life to community gardens flourishing as food co-operatives, a growing revolution is happening in countries across the African continent.The climate crisis, conflict and the dominance of multinationals with industrial-scale production for export have popularised the concept of agroecology – promoting small-scale farming and farmers, protecting biodiversity and adapting traditional methods that do away with the need for chemicals and expensive fertilisers. Continue reading...
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@matookerepublic Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:00:00
Kenya to host André Onana’s Cameroon at Namboole, but the game will be played behind closed doors
Kenya will host André Onana’s Cameroon at Namboole on Monday, October 14, 2024, in the 2025 AFCON Qualifiers. However, the Kenya Football Federation has confirmed that the match will be played behind closed doors. Reports from Kenya indicate concerns that Ugandan fans may support Cameroon over Kenya due to the presence of Manchester United goalkeeper […] The post Kenya to host André Onana’s Cameroon at Namboole, but the game will be played behind closed doors first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:40:42
Child Rights Advocates Call for Urgent Reforms to Address Healthcare Discrimination
[Nile Post] Child rights advocates are calling for urgent policy reforms to tackle healthcare discrimination faced by children in marginalised communities.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 18:15:51
UN Highlights Importance of Early Detection and Treatment for Breast Cancer
[Nile Post] As Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off this October, the United Nations (UN) has reiterated the importance of early detection and treatment in improving survival rates for breast cancer, the most common cancer among women globally.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:49:38
UMA gears for this year’s trade fair
The Uganda International Trade Fair will be opening today at the Uganda Manufactures Association (UMA) show grounds. This year the fair is set to celebrate 30 years, and according to Eddie Senkumba, UMA Chairman Communications, they are going to make the celebrations worth it, but while at it, focus on the future as well. For […] The post UMA gears for this year’s trade fair first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:13:01
COSASE urges timely release of govt funds
The Public Accounts Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has recommended that the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development ensure the timely release of funds to different government entities to avoid delays in work plans. Chaired by Medard Lubega Sseggona, the committee referred to the Equal Opportunities Commission, which they say failed to utilize Shs1.673 billion in FY 2022/23 allocated for salaries and gratuity due to delayed recruitment of staff. Speaking on the same recommendation, Bugiri Municipality Member of Parliament Asuman Basalirwa expressed the need to revise the Public Finance Management Act regarding late releases and the return of funds to the consolidated fund. “When we were presenting PAC reports in the last session, we did […] The post COSASE urges timely release of govt funds first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:06:53
UBA Uganda denies management crisis amid leadership changes
United Bank for Africa Uganda (UBA Uganda) has refuted claims of having a “management crisis,” as alleged by various news sites. In a statement issued by Hoziana Niyonsaba, the Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at United Bank for Africa Uganda Limited, she stated that the bank embraces progress and appreciates good performance. “We confirm […] The post UBA Uganda denies management crisis amid leadership changes first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:55:12
Ithuba Uganda Wins Big At African Marketing Confederation Awards 2024
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- ITHUBA Uganda, the official operator of the Uganda National Lottery, has won three prestigious awards at the African Marketing Confederation Awards 2024 held in Mombasa, Kenya at the weekend.
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@kfm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:05:18
MPs raise concerns over “rushed” Amendment Bill
Members of Parliament on the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee have expressed skepticism about the expedited pace at which Parliament is considering the Administration of Parliament Amendment Bill 2024. The bill, introduced by Mityana South MP, Richard Lumu, seeks to add further proposals to the existing legislation. Lumu’s bill proposes that the Leader of the Opposition be elected by all Members of Parliament, rather than appointed by the main opposition party. Additionally, he has suggested creating two new Commissioner positions. Committee members have criticized these amendments as hastily drafted and an attempt to ambush the committee. During a presentation to the Legal Committee on Wednesday, Lumu appealed to the committee to allow him to reintroduce amendments that had previously been […] The post MPs raise concerns over “rushed” Amendment Bill first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Oct 2024 13:29:10
Capital FM’s ‘Big Wedding Season 8’ is on; lucky couple to win a fully paid wedding and honeymoon trip to Dubai
Capital FM has today launched its famous promotion, ‘The Big Wedding,’ which will again see another couple win a fully paid wedding. This is the eighth edition running, and starting today, interested couples are invited to apply by providing reasons why they should be considered. Speaking at the launch of The Big Wedding S8 at […] The post Capital FM’s ‘Big Wedding Season 8’ is on; lucky couple to win a fully paid wedding and honeymoon trip to Dubai first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 03:14:37
Man City’s Nunes briefly arrested in Spain over alleged phone robbery
BY REUTERS Spanish police briefly arrested Manchester City midfielder and Portugal international Matheus Nunes last month for allegedly stealing a mobile phone, a police source told Reuters on Wednesday, confirming a report in El Mundo newspaper. Nunes forced a high-end phone out of the hands of a 58-year-old man in a Madrid night club, believing that the man had taken a picture of Nunes without his consent in the bathroom, El Mundo said. Asked about the arrest, a police spokesperson in Madrid said a Portuguese citizen had been arrested on Sept. 8 at 5:30 a.m. in a downtown night club for alleged robbery of a high-end phone. After being questioned at a police station, the man was released pending trial. […] The post Man City’s Nunes briefly arrested in Spain over alleged phone robbery first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:09:10
Miss Deedan ups the Sanyu FM Drive show energy as she joins The Only Jaluo
Sanyu FM, Uganda’s first private radio station, is turning up the energy by announcing a major change on the airwaves. Miss Deedan Muyira, Uganda’s renowned MC, actress, social media influencer, and event host, has joined The Only Jaluo on the Sanyu Drive Show. Miss Deedan, who has become a beloved media personality through her charismatic […] The post Miss Deedan ups the Sanyu FM Drive show energy as she joins The Only Jaluo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:16:04
Uganda Wildlife Authority to continue charging transit vehicles in Murchison Falls National Park
State Minister for Wildlife and Antiquities, Martin Mugarra Bahinduka, has confirmed that the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) will persist in charging vehicles passing through Murchison Falls National Park. Speaking at the Uganda Media Centre on Tuesday, Mugarra clarified that the charges are not unique to Murchison Falls, countering claims that other national parks do not […] The post Uganda Wildlife Authority to continue charging transit vehicles in Murchison Falls National Park first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:56:44
FDC president Amuriat backs Nandala Mafabi as presidential candidate for 2026 election
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) is set to front the party’s secretary general and legislator Nathan Nandala Mafabi as their presidential candidate in the 2026 election. The revelation was made by the party president, Patrick Oboi Amuriat, who stated that he is not standing again, as he is ready to back Mafabi. Amuriat, who contested […] The post FDC president Amuriat backs Nandala Mafabi as presidential candidate for 2026 election first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:14
DP Warns Public Against Fake DP Block Endorsements
[Nile Post] The Democratic Party (DP) has warned the public regarding individuals falsely claiming to represent the "DP Block" and endorsing a presidential candidate ahead of the upcoming 2026 general elections.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:15
SFC Dismisses Claims of Move to Arrest Makerere Staff Over Strike
[Nile Post] The Special Forces Command has dismissed as untrue, reports that they are expected to carry out arrests on some Makerere University staff accused of masterminding a protest .
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:15
Makerere Staff to On Strike Over Shs12bn Arrears
[Nile Post] The pay dispute is long-standing thorn in the purse of the Makerere staff that got thornier when, in April, the government released Shs12.6 billion for harmonisation of the staff salaries but the university is yet to implement it
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