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Kyegegwa to Host the International Day of Older Persons.

Kyegegwa to Host the International Day of Older Persons.

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Kyegegwa, 14th September 2023 - Kyegegwa district will host this year's National celebrations for the International Day of Older Persons, which is celebrated every 1st October. The day aims to recognize the contributions made by older persons to the development of the society they live in and to raise awareness among the public about the rights and needs of older persons. The theme for this year is: "Healthy Ageing; A Call to Action." This theme is derived from the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing 2020-2023, envisioning a world where everyone can enjoy a long and healthy life. During a joint planning meeting with officials from the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development held at the district headquarters on Thursday, 14th September 2023, the district team expressed readin...
Biyinzika’s Shs.40bn poultry business empire collapses over Bank Loan.

Biyinzika’s Shs.40bn poultry business empire collapses over Bank Loan.

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Samuel Mukasa, Uganda’s most prominent and wealthy poultry business mogul, is set to lose his multi-million dollar company properties over a bank loan. Mukasa has been running Biyinzika Enterprises Ltd for the last 31 years. The company, which runs hatcheries and sells chicks across East Africa, previously controlled about 65% of Uganda’s poultry market share before the COVID-19 pandemic. The outbreak of the pandemic saw the company lose most of its market, suppliers and employers. Details of the bank loan remain unclear. However, the lenders’ lawyers Tumusiime, Kabega & Co. Advocates have since advertised Biinzika’s properties, saying they will be auctioned by October 12, 2023. “Duly instructed by our client, the registered mortgage, a financial institution, we do hereby give notice o...
Fun Factory to celebrate two decades of laughter.

Fun Factory to celebrate two decades of laughter.

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Fun Factory, Uganda’s renowned comedy group, is gearing up to mark a remarkable milestone – 20 years of providing weekly laughter to audiences. The grand celebration, known as the “Big Sunday Comedy Show,” is set to take place on October 1st, 2023, at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This laughter-filled extravaganza is proudly sponsored by Uganda Waragi. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the National Theatre, featuring Fun Factory members and representatives from Uganda Breweries Limited, the creators of Uganda Waragi. The “Big Sunday Comedy Show” promises to bring together comedy enthusiasts who have shared countless laughs with Fun Factory over the years. From their humble beginnings at TLC in 2003 to their current weekly “Comedicine” show at the National Theatre, Fun...
NRM’s Mugisha wins Hoima LCV by-election.

NRM’s Mugisha wins Hoima LCV by-election.

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The National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate, Mr Uthuman Mugisha Mubaraka, has emerged victorious in the September 14 Hoima district LCV by-election. The results were officially announced on Thursday night by Hoima District Returning Officer, Ms Merab Kasande, at Dwoli Primary School tally center, in the presence of the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice Simon Byabakama. Mr Uthuman, the son of the late Kadiri Kirungi, the former district chairperson who tragically lost his life in a road accident on March 17th along the Kampala-Hoima road, secured his victory by garnering a total of 18,353 votes.
Victoria University celebrates 7th graduation ceremony.

Victoria University celebrates 7th graduation ceremony.

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Victoria University held its 7th graduation ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds on Thursday. The event was a joyous occasion, honoring the accomplishments of 458 graduates who have successfully earned their degrees. Several familiar faces from various fields were conferred with degrees, adding a touch of celebrity flair to the ceremony. One of the most prominent figures in attendance was Faridah Nakazibwe, a renowned news anchor at NTV Uganda, who received her Master’s in Business Administration. In an interview with journalists during the ceremony, Nakazibwe reflected on the challenges she faced while pursuing her degree. “It is hard to study as an adult. So running from the newsroom to come and attend physical classes was not easy,” she said. Another television personality gracing th...
Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing Creativity at the MTN MoMo API Hackathon

Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing Creativity at the MTN MoMo API Hackathon

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The stage is set, the countdown has begun, and the excitement is palpable as the third edition of the MTN MoMo API Hackathon returns with a bang. This year, the theme is clear: "The <Hack is Back! /> Think bigger, think broader, and create mobile experiences that transcend the ordinary." As the technology landscape continues to evolve, MTN MoMo is once again at the forefront, inviting developers and entrepreneurs to harness their creative prowess and reimagine the possibilities of digital finance in Africa. Unveiling the MoMo Hackathon: The MoMo Hackathon is an eight-week coding fest that beckons developers and entrepreneurs to rise to the challenge, conceptualize innovative solutions, and bring their visionary ideas to life by utilizing MTN MoMo's APIs. This dynamic event provides a...
How police tracked down a wanted man.

How police tracked down a wanted man.

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In a joint operation, Ugandan and Kenyan law enforcement agencies (Interpol Police) successfully tracked down and arrested Mathew Kirabo, a fugitive convicted of the 2015 murder of his girlfriend, Desire Mirembe. Fred Enanga, the police spokesperson, made this announcement at the police headquarters in Naguru, Kampala, revealing that Kirabo was arrested in Kenya on September 12. Kirabo’s conviction in absentia took place on May 30, 2022, at the Mukono High Court, presided over by Judge Henry Kaweesa. Court assessors had recommended a guilty verdict, and the judge intended to deliver the sentence once Kirabo was in custody. “We wish to inform the public that a fugitive, Mathew Kirabo, wanted by the Mukono High Court and on the run for several years, was arrested by Interpol Kenya, who succe...
Don’t use national IDS in getting loans—NIRA.

Don’t use national IDS in getting loans—NIRA.

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The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has advised Ugandans against using their national identification cards as collateral for loans. According to NIRA, the national ID is the property of the government and should exclusively serve as proof of identity and citizenship. NIRA has also issued a warning to money lenders, cautioning them against requesting national IDs from the public as a requirement for obtaining loans. Earlier this year, the police issued a statement emphasizing that the practice of using national IDs as collateral for loans is both illegal and a criminal offense. Earlier this year, Police spokesperson Fred Enanga said that national IDs hold no economic or financial value and must be reserved solely for identification purposes. Enanga stated, “Any act...
What you didn’t know about Cindy.

What you didn’t know about Cindy.

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Cinderella Sanyu Known as Cindy sanyu is a Ugandan singer. She is a former member of the Ugandan girl group called Blu3. She became a part of the Blu3 (3 Black Ladies from Uganda) together with Lilliane Lee Mbabazi, and Jackie Chandiru in 2005 after they won the Coca Cola Pop Stars competition in Uganda. The judges thought they make a great group and Blu3 was formed. Before that she participated in a local competition called the Coca Cola Real Stars. She won the 3rd placed position in that and was the top gal. Blu3?s debut, Hitaji, was a success in Uganda. Cindy and Blu3 embarked on a national tour and performed at various events across the African continent. Blu3s second album, Burn was released in 2007 and was highly successful as well. In 2008, after a misunderstanding, Cindy was fired ...
Our govt is not tribalistic, and I can prove it.

Our govt is not tribalistic, and I can prove it.

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The conversation on tribalism has resurfaced, like a corpse that refuses to stay below waters. Perhaps issues of ‘tribe’ have been Uganda’s most enduring paradox ever since colonialists set foot in present-day Uganda, and maybe earlier. It is that wound we have never allowed to dry, probably because it is sweet to scratch. Nevertheless, I don’t find need to waste much time on it. No matter how much you try to please Ugandans, they are that proverbial hole that never gets quenched. They will always have something to complain about. To any Ugandan of sober mind, there is obviously no tribalism in government allocation of opportunities. No ethnic group is favoured, and that is everywhere for every right-minded person to see. Sometime back, they were all over social media rolling in mud over t...