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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:28:22
Muhoozi honours Aronda for regional peace efforts
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has praised the former CDF, the late Gen Aronda Nyakairima, for his significant contributions to Uganda’s stability and security. Addressing the opening of the three-day Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024 at the Commonwealth Resort Munyonyo on Tuesday, Gen Kainerugaba highlighted the late general’s pivotal role in regional peace efforts. These efforts culminated in Uganda being the first country to deploy troops to Somalia in 2007 under the African Union mission. “Remembering and honouring Gen Aronda is important because it symbolises commitment to national service, security, and peace. His leadership and reforms have had a lasting influence on Uganda’s defence forces and on our civil administration,” Muhoozi said. The event, themed […]
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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 […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:03:00
40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation to host #4040Night fundraiser next month
The 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040) is bringing back its iconic event, #4040Night, after postponing it in July. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Tales Lounge in Bukoto. The Foundation has lined up a series of fun-filled activities, including a quiz under the theme […] The post 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation to host #4040Night fundraiser next month first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:28:43
New HIV scare in bars, poolside parties
The authorities in the eastern and northern parts of the country have expressed concern over the rise in HIV/Aids infections largely caused by a reckless lifestyle, especially during the night. Statistics by the Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) and The Aids Support Organisation (TASO) indicate that the new infections in the two regions are mainly among […]
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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:28:22
Muhoozi honours Aronda for regional peace efforts
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has praised the former CDF, the late Gen Aronda Nyakairima, for his significant contributions to Uganda’s stability and security. Addressing the opening of the three-day Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024 at the Commonwealth Resort Munyonyo on Tuesday, Gen Kainerugaba highlighted the late general’s pivotal role in regional peace efforts. These efforts culminated in Uganda being the first country to deploy troops to Somalia in 2007 under the African Union mission. “Remembering and honouring Gen Aronda is important because it symbolises commitment to national service, security, and peace. His leadership and reforms have had a lasting influence on Uganda’s defence forces and on our civil administration,” Muhoozi said. The event, themed […]
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:46:51
Neighbors Uganda Fly Top of Group K in 2025 Afcon Qualifiers
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Neighbors Uganda, coached by former Harambee Stars tactician Paul Put, moved top of Group K in the qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers after match day two, following their comprehensive 2-0 victory over Congo in Kampala on Monday night.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:14
Metropolitan International University Suspends Operations to Mourn Minister Mateke
[Nile Post] Metropolitan International University has temporarily suspended its operations to honor the memory of its co-founder and chairperson of the Board of Directors, the late State Minister for Defense in charge of Veteran Affairs, Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:16
Kiteezi Landfill Collapse Report Ready - IGG
[Nile Post] The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Kamya, has announced that a comprehensive report on the recent collapse of the Kiteezi landfill will be released in the coming weeks.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:16
Ministry of Education Clarifies Misconceptions On Use of Digital Devices in Schools
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education and Sports has clarified that handheld mobile devices such as phones and tablets are prohibited in schools, even as the newly launched Digital Agenda Strategy aims to boost the use of technology in learning and management across Uganda.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:18
Col. Nakalema Appeals to Pastors to Preach Wealth Creation Among Christians.
[Nile Post] The Senior Presidential Adviser on Anti-corruption, Col Edith Nakalema has advised pastors operating in greater Mukono districts to use pulpits to encourage Christians to embrace wealth creation.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:18
Operation Shujaa - UPDF Rescues Women and Children From ADF
[Nile Post] The (UPDF) and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) in a joint operation have rescued five women and five children from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorist group in the Eastern DRC.
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@allafrica Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:53:20
Educationists in Ankole Urge Govt to Review National School Calendar
[Nile Post] Educationists in the Ankole region have challenged the Ugandan government to review the national school calendar as schools continue to conduct lessons during holidays, in defiance of a Ministry of Education directive.
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@kfm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:44:46
Deschamps sees bright future for Mbappe despite slow start
BY REUTERS France coach Didier Deschamps said he has no concerns about the form of Kylian Mbappe and expects Real Madrid’s new forward to rediscover his scoring touch when he reaches full fitness. After France opened their Nations League campaign with a 3-1 defeat by Italy in Paris, Deschamps fielded a much-changed team against Belgium on Monday, with Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann starting on the bench in their 2-0 win. Mbappe struggled at Euro 2024 after breaking his nose against Austria and took four games before scoring his first league goals for Madrid after his move from Paris St Germain. “The French team will always be stronger with him and I’m convinced that in a month he will be better,” […]
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@matookerepublic Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:35:58
Equity Bank and E&M Technology launch innovation hub to empower Africa’s next tech innovators
In July of this year, ELP Alumnus Eliud Njogu and Co-Founder Julius Njuguna launched the Innovation Hub rollout in Kampala, aimed at university students under the Equity Leaders Program (ELP). This initiative, a collaboration between Equity Bank and E&M Technology, seeks to provide students with crucial technology and innovation skills. It aligns with the Bank’s […] The post Equity Bank and E&M Technology launch innovation hub to empower Africa’s next tech innovators first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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