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@kfm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:19:33
Roma sack head coach De Rossi
BY REUTERS AS Roma have sacked head coach Daniele De Rossi after the club went winless in their first four league matches of the season, the Serie A side said on Wednesday. De Rossi, who spent nearly two decades at Roma as a player, took over as head coach in January after Jose Mourninho was fired. He signed a contract extension until 2027 in June. “Daniele De Rossi has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team,” Roma said in a statement. “The club’s decision is made in the best interests of the team, to get back on the desired path as soon as possible at a time when the season is still in its early […] The post Roma sack head coach De Rossi first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:47:24
Bukedea woman killed in alleged domestic fight
By George Emuron Police in Bukedea district are investigating the murder of a 27-year-old woman, Glades Apolot. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, September 17, following a suspected domestic dispute with her partner. Her lifeless body was discovered naked on Wednesday morning. Local authorities, including Tank Cell Local Council One chairperson Lazarus Omuria, confirmed the incident and notified the police. “We woke up this morning with shocking information. This girl has been staying with a boyfriend,” said Mr. Omuria. Bukedea District Police Commander (DPC) Richard Asiimwe told KFM that police visited the scene after receiving the report. The deceased’s body was transported to Bukedea Health Center IV mortuary for a postmortem examination. “We immediately visited the scene and we found […] The post Bukedea woman killed in alleged domestic fight first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:10:10
Court sets free man wrongfully convicted of wife’s murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison
The Court of Appeal in Kampala has quashed the 35-year prison sentence of Eric Ayebare, who was previously convicted of murdering his wife, Zawede Faridah. In a judgment delivered by a panel of three justices—Fredrick Egonda Ntende, Barishaki Cheborion, and Dr. Asa Mugenyi—the court ruled that Ayebare had been wrongfully convicted due to insufficient evidence […] The post Court sets free man wrongfully convicted of wife’s murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:48:59
Buchaman planning to stage Memories of Firebase concert
Dancehall reggae artist Buchaman is preparing to host a concert titled Memories of Firebase, which will celebrate the glory days of the once-dominant Firebase Crew. Firebase, a music label founded by Bobi Wine, rose to prominence in the early 2000s, with Bucha Man serving as the Vice President, alongside Bobi Wine, who was the President. […] The post Buchaman planning to stage Memories of Firebase concert first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Sep 2024 06:47:46
Uganda Joint Christian Council accused of defrauding Museveni in failed Shs 2.5 billion scheme
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit is investigating the leadership of the Uganda Joint Christian Council (UJCC) over allegations of defrauding President Yoweri Museveni in a failed Shs 2.5 billion project last year. The initiative, titled “Peace Support and Security Protection in the Greater Masaka Region,” was intended to address regional security concerns but never materialized, […] The post Uganda Joint Christian Council accused of defrauding Museveni in failed Shs 2.5 billion scheme first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 02:00:33
Meta faces hefty EU antitrust fine over classified ads practices, FT reports
BY REUTERS Meta Platforms Inc META.O is facing a hefty fine in the EU over its alleged efforts to dominate the classified advertising market, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. EU regulators will claim Facebook’s parent company links its free Marketplace services with the social network in an effort to undermine its rivals, the newspaper said. The bloc’s decision could come as early as next month and would mark one of the final investigations overseen by the EU’s outgoing competition chief Margrethe Vestager, the report said. Meta and the bloc did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comments The post Meta faces hefty EU antitrust fine over classified ads practices, FT reports first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:53:52
Uneb Report Pins Teachers On Gaps in Revised O-Level Curriculum
[Observer] The Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) 2023 report has indicated that teachers are grappling with the effective implementation of the new Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) at the O-level.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:00:35
FDC Council to convene in October
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has scheduled its 18th National Council Meeting for October 17, 2024. This was announced in a notice signed by the FDC chairman, Jack Sabiiti. Sabiti stated that the invitation is based on Article 28 (1) b)i and Article 31 (2) of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Party Constitution. The meeting will be held at the Party Headquarters in Najjanankumbi, Kampala District. “In accordance with Article 28 (1) b)i and Article 31 (2) of the Forum for Democratic Change(FDC) Party Constitution, The National Chairman invites all Council members for a Council Meeting scheduled for 17th October 2024, at 9:00am at the Party Headquarters Plot 1164 Najjanarthumbi, Entebbe Road-Kampala,” the notice reads in part. Additionally, […] The post FDC Council to convene in October first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:36:17
NSSF revenue hits record Shs2.5 trillion
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced that its earnings have increased by 15% from Shs2.2 trillion to Shs2.53 trillion for the Financial Year that ended June 30, 2024. Addressing the media at the NSSF Annual Media Roundtable on Tuesday, NSSF Managing Director Patrick Ayota attributed the growth to an increase in interest income earnings, dividend income as well as real estate income. “Income from all three asset classes we invest in increased this last Financial Year compared to the previous one. Interest income increased from UGX 2 trillion to 2.34 trillion, dividend income from our listed and unlisted equities increased from UGX 145.1 billion to 175 billion and income from our Real Estate investments also increased from UGX […] The post NSSF revenue hits record Shs2.5 trillion first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@sqoop Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:41:24
Geosteady dismisses rehab rumors, confirms breakup with partner
In a recent live online video, popular Ugandan singer Geosteady addressed circulating rumors suggesting he is undergoing rehab for drug abuse. The singer expressed frustration, accusing some of his friends of spreading false information about his well-being. According to Geosteady, several friends had attempted to contact him but, after failing to reach him, escalated their […] The post Geosteady dismisses rehab rumors, confirms breakup with partner first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:58:41
Alien Skin defends split with Champion Ogudo
Patrick Mulwana, popularly known as Alien Skin, the founder of Fangone Forest Entertainment, has been under scrutiny for his alleged abrupt dismissal of rising star Champion Ogudo. Since parting ways with Alien Skin and his label, both Ogudo and his elder brother, Swahaba Champ, have faced significant challenges in their personal and professional lives. Ogudo, […] The post Alien Skin defends split with Champion Ogudo first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:13:16
Shooting of 12-Year Old Deepens Rift Between Uwa, Bukwo Locals
[Nile Post] The community of Amanang Sub-County in Bukwo District is reeling from the tragic death of 12-year-old Emmanuel Sukuku, who was fatally shot by rangers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).
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@allafrica Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:14:35
Combating Human Trafficking - What Can Save Ugandans?
[Nile Post] Uganda is grappling with a worrying surge in human trafficking cases, prompting experts and authorities to advocate for urgent and comprehensive strategies to counter this growing menace.
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@allafrica Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:16:08
Kagadi Govt Schools Register Huge Turn Up Amidst Limited Resources.
[Nile Post] Government aided school primary and secondary schools in Kagadi District have registered huge turn up of students for term three amidst shortages of facilities like classroom, laboratory equipment, staff quarters and teachers according to the school heads.
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