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@sqoop Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:46:49
UK’s ABBA Re-Björn to stage two-day concert in Uganda
The UK’s leading ABBA tribute act, ABBA Re-Björn, is set to make their debut performance in Uganda with a two-day concert in Kampala. During a press briefing to announce the event, Peter Bowser, the event promoter and proprietor of Somewhere Else, assured the press that all preparations are in place and promised a fun-filled experience […]
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:29:03
MPs grill KCCA boss for allegedly sidelining Lukwago
Members of Parliament on the Committee on Commissions Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) grilled the Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Ms. Dorothy Kisaka, and the authority’s director in charge of public health, Dr. Dan Okello on Thursday over allegations of sidelining the Lord Mayor, Mr. Erias Lukwago, in decision-making regarding the Kiteezi landfill. Appearing before the committee chaired by Busiro East MP, Medard Lubega Ssegona, the MPs discovered that numerous letters were written by the Executive Director and the director of public health concerning the next steps after the collapse of the Kiteezi landfill, but the Lord Mayor and his team were not copied in. Ssegona observed that the poor coordination between the political leadership of […]
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:38:14
Museveni to launch massive road construction programme in Kampala
The Ministry of Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs is set to launch the Kampala Urban Development Programme, a five-year project aimed at enhancing mobility and connectivity within the Kampala Metropolitan Area. Speaking to the media at the Uganda Media Center in Kampala on Thursday, the State Minister for Kampala Metropolitan Affairs, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, announced that the programme, running from 2024 to 2028, will involve the construction of over 330 kilometers of roads at an estimated cost of over Shs2.9 trillion. He noted that the programme, which will be launched by President Museveni on September 10, 2024, in Kira Municipality, is funded by the World Bank, the French government, and the Ugandan government. “The Greater Kampala Urban Development Programme is […]
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:36:05
EC boss calls for decisive action against election offenders
Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission on Thursday condemned widespread election malpractices and the commercialization of politics, warning that they pose a significant threat to democracy. Speaking to senior investigators and prosecutors at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters in Kibuli, Byabakama urged authorities to take firm action against those involved in electoral crimes. Byabakama revealed that parliamentary candidates often need at least Shs500 million to run for office, with a large portion of this money being used to bribe voters, an offense under the law. He called on law enforcement to activate and enforce existing laws to combat bribery, violence, and other election-related offenses to protect citizens and hold offenders accountable. Despite the existence of over 50 […]
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:54:25
Another Mother, Child Dies Hours After Cesarean Section At Atirir Health Centre Iv
[Independent (Kampala)] Soroti -- Alice Akwi, 36, passed away on Tuesday evening, September 3, 2024, following a cesarean section at Atirir HCIV. Earlier that morning, she had also lost her newborn baby.
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:42:33
Can Uganda Cranes Qualify for 2025 Afcon?
[Observer] Qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) is going to be the shortest process in a long time. While Afcon qualifiers have previously run for at least a year, this one is going to take place for just three months, beginning this week, and wrapping up in November.
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:25:24
Ugandan Athlete Cheptegei Dies From Multiple Burns After Domestic Quarrel With Boyfriend
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who was admitted at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret with multiple burns from a domestic quarrel with her estranged partner, is dead.
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:39:18
Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Is Dead
[Independent (Kampala)] Nairobi, Kenya -- Ugandan marathoner Rebecca Cheptegei has today died in a most painful way. The athlete, who had been admitted to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital following a domestic altercation involving a petrol attack, died this morning.
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:20:42
Ugandan Marathoner Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Boyfriend Petrol Attack
[New Times] Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who was admitted to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, has died, Kenyan news outlet Daily Nation reports
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@theguardian Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:36:28
Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei, 33, dies from injuries after being set on fire
Runner sustained 80% burns during attack in KenyaPolice say partner attacked her amid dispute over landThe Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died at a Kenyan hospital after sustaining 80% burns to her body following an attack by her partner on Sunday.The 33-year-old Cheptegei had been receiving treatment at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret city. A spokesperson, Owen Menach, confirmed her death on Thursday. Continue reading...
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@allafrica Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:35:19
Government Banks On Digital Stamps to Boost Domestic Revenue
[Nile Post] Ggoobi said that the government is committed to addressing the remaining challenges facing investors and businesses, including easing compliance with tax regulations.
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:26:08
Rebecca Cheptegei succumbs to injuries after attack
By Gystin Angarukiremu Ugandan Olympic marathoner Rebecca Cheptegei who was attacked and burnt by her boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema Marangacha few days ago in Kenya has passed on. The 33-year-old marathon runner, who competed at the recent Paris Olympics, had suffered extensive burns. She was attacked at her home in western Kenya, where she had been training. The development has been confirmed by the President of the Uganda Olympic Committee, Dr Donald Rukare via his X account. Dr Rukare described the Ndiema’s act as “cowardly and senseless”. “We have learnt of the sad passing on of our Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei OLY following a vicious attack by her boyfriend. May her gentle soul rest in peace and we strongly condemn violence […]
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 03:09:23
Harris accepts rules to debate Trump, including muted mics, source says
BY REUTERS The campaign of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has accepted the rules of next week’s debate against Republican Donald Trump, including microphones being muted when it is not a candidate’s turn to speak, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The debate would be the first between Trump and Harris, who took over as the Democratic candidate from President Joe Biden following his decision to step aside on July 21 after a faltering debate performance in late June against the former president. The source, who declined to be identified, said the Harris campaign was still hoping for moments where ABC News, DIS.N which will host the Sept. 10 debate, is forced to unmute the mics and […]
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@kfm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:19:19
Govt urged to lower nomination fees for women candidates
Peace advocates are calling on the government to address the high nomination fees for political positions, which they argue are barriers to women’s participation in elections. According to data from the Electoral Commission, the current nomination fees stand at Shs20 million for aspiring presidential candidates and Shs3 million for individuals vying for parliamentary seats. Isaac Kisambira, the Executive Director of Kadi, a local NGO, says a survey conducted in Kampala, Wakiso, and Kayunga districts revealed that these exorbitant fees disproportionately affect women who aspire to lead. “The issue of violence in elections was also raised. Some of them fear to attend political gatherings and to contest as leaders because they know it is characterized by violence,” he said.
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@kfm Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:11:42
Saudi Arabia scraps hotel licensing fees
BY REUTERS Saudi Arabia decided on Wednesday to cancel fees for issuing commercial activity licenses for hotels, hotel apartments and residential resorts in the kingdom, state news agency SPA reported. The decision, effective Sept. 4, is part of the Tourism Investment Enabler Program that Saudi Arabia launched in March, aimed at making the kingdom a global tourism powerhouse. “This decision comes in line with the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 to make Saudi one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the world”, SPA said. SPA added that the initiative would encourage investors to put more money into the tourism sector, which would increase the industry’s contribution to gross domestic product. Saudi’s Vision 2030 plans to modernise the Gulf […]
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