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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:43:51
Speaker Among urges MPs to prioritise prayer amid rising deaths
The Speaker of Parliament, Ms. Anita Among, has urged Members of Parliament to prioritise prayer for their safety and well-being in light of the increasing number of deaths within the 11th Parliament. Speaking at a special sitting to honour the late State Minister of Defence Sarah Mateke, who passed away on September 7, 2024, Among emphasized the fragility of life and the importance of seeking divine protection. “We need to pray for ourselves and for each other for the protection and favour of the Lord so that we are able to serve our people and the nation sustainably,” Among said. Expressing concern over the loss of five MPs so far in the 11th Parliament, Among highlighted the need for MPs […] The post Speaker Among urges MPs to prioritise prayer amid rising deaths first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:03:29
Museveni rallies Ugandans on prosperity
President Yoweri Museveni on Tuesday reiterated his call for Ugandans to embrace transformation, which he believes will drive the country’s development. Speaking at the inaugural Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024 at the Commonwealth Resort in Munyonyo, Wakiso District, President Museveni urged all Ugandans to participate as entrepreneurs or employees, producing goods or services that can generate income. “We identified three problems and these are; lack of prosperity, lack of strategic security, and thirdly the failure to use clear brotherhood of the African people. Prosperity comes from every adult participating in the production of a good or service that is then sold,” Museveni said on Tuesday. The event, themed “Celebrating the life of General Aronda Nyakairima, a paragon of revolutionary […] The post Museveni rallies Ugandans on prosperity first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:37:04
Magara murder case: Judge rejects plea to step aside
High Court Judge Alex Ajiji has dismissed a request by nine people accused of participating in the kidnap and murder of Kampala businesswoman Susan Magara to have him step aside from hearing the case. The suspects claimed that Judge Ajiji was biased against their lawyers, preventing them from adequately representing their views. In his ruling, Judge Ajiji rejected these claims, stating that the suspects were merely attempting to delay the trial. He noted that the case had been ongoing for several years and that the their (suspects) tactics were hindering the pursuit of justice. The nine suspects, including Lubega Yusuf, Wasswa Hussein, Sali Muzamir, Kyewolya Abubakar, Kisalita Muhammad, Kato Hassan Miro, Bukenya Ismaeal, Buvumbo Musa Abasi, and Nakandi Hajjarah, are […] The post Magara murder case: Judge rejects plea to step aside first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:38:31
Minister Amongi appoints new NSSF Board
The Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, Ms Betty Amongi has appointed a new Board of Directors for the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for a 3-year term. Dr. David Ogong has been appointed Chairperson of the Board, replacing Dr Peter Kimbowa whose 3-year tenure elapsed on September 1, 2024. The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi also joins the Board, replacing Patrick Ocailap. Richard Bigirwa also joins as a workers’ representative under the National Organisation of Trade Unions (NOTU), replacing Lwabayi Mudiba Hassan. The Minister also reappointed Aggrey David Kibenge representing the Ministry of Gender, Labour & Social Development. Dr. Eng Silver Mugisha and Annet Mulindwa Nakawunde have also been re-appointed and will represent employers […] The post Minister Amongi appoints new NSSF Board first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:01:02
Taylor Swift says she will vote for Kamala Harris
BY REUTERS U.S. pop megastar Taylor Swift endorsed Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris late on Tuesday after herpresidential debate against Republican former President Donald Trump. Swift made the endorsement in a post on Instagram and said she will vote for the U.S. vice president in the Nov. 5 U.S. election which polls show to be very tight. Swift included an image of herself with her cat in her post, which she signed as “childless cat lady,” in an apparent dig at remarks previously made by Trump’s running mate JD Vance, who in a 2021 interview called some leading Democrats “a bunch of childless cat ladies.” He has since said it was merely a “sarcastic remark.” “I will be casting my […] The post Taylor Swift says she will vote for Kamala Harris first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:27:33
Govt urged to invest in robust defence industry
The government of Uganda has been called upon to establish strong defence industries that will bolster the country’s research and development capabilities. Speaking during a memorial lecture for the late Chief of Defense Forces, Aronda Nyakairima, at the Commonwealth Resort Munyongo on Wednesday, retired Lieutenant General Nakibusi Lakara, the Managing Director of Uganda Cargo, emphasized the strategic importance of defence industries worldwide. He noted their crucial role in global security, geopolitical dynamics, economic development, and technological innovation. “Let me just refer to the LRA experience, sometime in 1996 the first time we got casualties, we were wondering what kind of weapon was the LRA using,” he said on Wednesday. The Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024, a three-day event that […] The post Govt urged to invest in robust defence industry first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:51:41
Cross-examination continues in Katanga murder case
The cross-examination of ACP Andrew Mubiru Kizimula, the prosecution’s eighth witness in the Katanga murder case, resumed on Wednesday before the High Court in Kampala. Mubiru is the Police’s Forensic Director who conducted DNA tests on evidence related to the case. During Wednesday’s proceedings, Mubiru was questioned about his findings regarding the DNA on a bedsheet recovered from Molly Katanga’s home. He confirmed that his analysis identified a mixed DNA profile containing DNA from Molly Katanga and two unidentified individuals from the Ugandan population. Defense lawyers challenged the reliability of the DNA results, alleging that the laboratory equipment and testing procedures were contaminated. They pointed to positive results in negative control tests, which should have shown no DNA. Additionally, the […] The post Cross-examination continues in Katanga murder case first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:15:19
Govt committed to increasing economy’s size
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has announced that in the 2025/26 financial year, the government will commit to expanding the economy from the current GDP of 50 billion USD to 500 billion USD by 2040. According to Nabbanja, this ambitious goal will be driven by ten-fold growth strategies, requiring the involvement of all key players in the country’s growth and development agenda. “In order to realize the National Development 4 strategy and the NRM manifesto of 2021/2026, the following areas will guide the overall planning and full monetization of Uganda’s economy through wealth creation driven by the Parish Development Model, Emyooga, and generating growth opportunities for women among others,” Nabbanja said. She further asked all ministers and accounting officers to ensure […] The post Govt committed to increasing economy’s size first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:24:33
Kisoro District Council endorses late Mateke sister as successor
Kisoro District Council has endorsed Ruth Mateke, the younger sister of the late Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, former Kisoro Woman Member of Parliament, as her successor. The motion was introduced by Nyakinama Sub-county LC5 Councilor, Ms Dianah Nakato during a special council session held to honor the former state defence minister on Wednesday. Sarah Mateke, who succumbed to a heart attack last week was remembered during the special session held at her ancestral home in Bugahe village, Nyakabingo Parish, Chahi Sub County, Bufumbira County in Kisoro District. John Kamara Nizeyimana, the MP for Bufumbira North County, presented Ruth Nyiraneza Mateke to mourners as the family’s proposed successor to Sarah Mateke. Kamara noted that nominating a successor would prevent the confusion witnessed […] The post Kisoro District Council endorses late Mateke sister as successor first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:54:27
Minister Balaam: I miss my orange t-shirt, suits are draining my pockets
Minister of State for Youth, Hon. Balaam Barugahara, has said that he misses his signature orange t-shirt, as luxurious suits are draining his pockets. Balaam, who was appointed minister earlier this year, says he’s spending a lot on buying suits and ironing them. “I miss my orange t-shirt because it dries quickly when washed. This […] The post Minister Balaam: I miss my orange t-shirt, suits are draining my pockets first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:08:15
Mentally ill man arrested in Kyankwanzi for killing mother and brother
A man suspected to be suffering from mental illness has been arrested in Kyankwanzi District for allegedly beating his mother and brother to death. The suspect, 30-year-old Ronald Ssemanda, a resident of Bukekete Village in Makulubita Sub-county, Luwero District, is accused of killing his mother, 46-year-old Sylvia Namaganda, and his brother, 24-year-old Robert Ssenyonga, who […] The post Mentally ill man arrested in Kyankwanzi for killing mother and brother first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:28:54
Rugiirwa’s diplomatic passport must have come from Nasser – Internal Affairs spokesperson Mundenyi
Simon Peter Mundeyi, the spokesperson for Uganda’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, has disclosed that the diplomatic passport displayed by Katatumba Rugiirwa on social media may either be a counterfeit from Nasser Road, a Kampala hub infamous for producing forged documents, or it could belong to his late father, Boney Katatumba, who served as the Honorary […] The post Rugiirwa’s diplomatic passport must have come from Nasser – Internal Affairs spokesperson Mundenyi first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:24:33
Kisoro District Council endorses late Mateke sister as successor
Kisoro District Council has endorsed Ruth Mateke, the younger sister of the late Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, former Kisoro Woman Member of Parliament, as her successor. The motion was introduced by Nyakinama Sub-county LC5 Councilor, Ms Dianah Nakato during a special council session held to honor the former state defence minister on Wednesday. Sarah Mateke, who succumbed to a heart attack last week was remembered during the special session held at her ancestral home in Bugahe village, Nyakabingo Parish, Chahi Sub County, Bufumbira County in Kisoro District. John Kamara Nizeyimana, the MP for Bufumbira North County, presented Ruth Nyiraneza Mateke to mourners as the family’s proposed successor to Sarah Mateke. Kamara noted that nominating a successor would prevent the confusion witnessed […] The post Kisoro District Council endorses late Mateke sister as successor first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:15:19
Govt committed to increasing economy’s size
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has announced that in the 2025/26 financial year, the government will commit to expanding the economy from the current GDP of 50 billion USD to 500 billion USD by 2040. According to Nabbanja, this ambitious goal will be driven by ten-fold growth strategies, requiring the involvement of all key players in the country’s growth and development agenda. “In order to realize the National Development 4 strategy and the NRM manifesto of 2021/2026, the following areas will guide the overall planning and full monetization of Uganda’s economy through wealth creation driven by the Parish Development Model, Emyooga, and generating growth opportunities for women among others,” Nabbanja said. She further asked all ministers and accounting officers to ensure […] The post Govt committed to increasing economy’s size first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:34:30
How to manage Arthritis pain effectively
Author: Dr. AWAD MOHAMMED | ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALIST Arthritis is a common condition affecting millions of people worldwide, characterized by inflammation and stiffness in the joints, which can lead to significant discomfort and pain. While there is no cure for arthritis, pain management is crucial to maintaining a good quality of life for those affected. Dr. […] The post How to manage Arthritis pain effectively first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:45:10
Amapiano sensation Mas Musiq to perform at Guvnor this Friday
South African musician Mas Musiq, known for his contribution to the now-worldwide popular Amapiano genre, will be performing in Kampala this Friday, September 13, at Guvnor. The event, sponsored by I&M Bank Uganda and Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) through the Don Julio brand, promises an electrifying night of music and fun for Amapiano lovers at […] The post Amapiano sensation Mas Musiq to perform at Guvnor this Friday first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:08:10
Nakadama Calls for Greater Inclusivity, Support for People With Disability
[Nile Post] The Third Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda, Lukia Isanga Nakadama, has called for enhanced community-based rehabilitation and inclusivity for people with disabilities, emphasizing the critical role of these efforts in achieving sustainable development goals.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:01:02
Taylor Swift says she will vote for Kamala Harris
BY REUTERS U.S. pop megastar Taylor Swift endorsed Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris late on Tuesday after herpresidential debate against Republican former President Donald Trump. Swift made the endorsement in a post on Instagram and said she will vote for the U.S. vice president in the Nov. 5 U.S. election which polls show to be very tight. Swift included an image of herself with her cat in her post, which she signed as “childless cat lady,” in an apparent dig at remarks previously made by Trump’s running mate JD Vance, who in a 2021 interview called some leading Democrats “a bunch of childless cat ladies.” He has since said it was merely a “sarcastic remark.” “I will be casting my […] The post Taylor Swift says she will vote for Kamala Harris first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:27:33
Govt urged to invest in robust defence industry
The government of Uganda has been called upon to establish strong defence industries that will bolster the country’s research and development capabilities. Speaking during a memorial lecture for the late Chief of Defense Forces, Aronda Nyakairima, at the Commonwealth Resort Munyongo on Wednesday, retired Lieutenant General Nakibusi Lakara, the Managing Director of Uganda Cargo, emphasized the strategic importance of defence industries worldwide. He noted their crucial role in global security, geopolitical dynamics, economic development, and technological innovation. “Let me just refer to the LRA experience, sometime in 1996 the first time we got casualties, we were wondering what kind of weapon was the LRA using,” he said on Wednesday. The Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024, a three-day event that […] The post Govt urged to invest in robust defence industry first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:51:41
Cross-examination continues in Katanga murder case
The cross-examination of ACP Andrew Mubiru Kizimula, the prosecution’s eighth witness in the Katanga murder case, resumed on Wednesday before the High Court in Kampala. Mubiru is the Police’s Forensic Director who conducted DNA tests on evidence related to the case. During Wednesday’s proceedings, Mubiru was questioned about his findings regarding the DNA on a bedsheet recovered from Molly Katanga’s home. He confirmed that his analysis identified a mixed DNA profile containing DNA from Molly Katanga and two unidentified individuals from the Ugandan population. Defense lawyers challenged the reliability of the DNA results, alleging that the laboratory equipment and testing procedures were contaminated. They pointed to positive results in negative control tests, which should have shown no DNA. Additionally, the […] The post Cross-examination continues in Katanga murder case first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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