Hannington Mbabazi, Author at Thecapitaltimes

Fraud Alert: Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia’s Friends Fooled in Big Money Scam

Kampala – In a concerning development, fraudsters have escalated their tactics by impersonating prominent Ugandan businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, sending fraudulent messages to people within his network. These messages falsely claim that Dr. Sudhir is requesting assistance in purchasing gift cards, leveraging

November 19, 2024

Big Story

Tension As Ambassador Ogwang Is Brutally Arrested For Brandishing Pistol

Lira City witnessed high drama on November 17, 2024, when Dickson Ogwang Okul, former Deputy Ambassador to the United States, was arrested for allegedly brandishing a pistol during a meeting of clan leaders at the Lango Cultural Center. The gathering was part

November 18, 2024

Security

Retiring UPDF Officers Advised To Avoid Gambling Gratuity, Fraud As They Join Civilian Life

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has today launched the final phase of its Retirement Documentation Exercise for Batch 14 at the Non-Commissioned Officers Academy (NCOA) in Jinja, focused on junior officers from Lieutenant to Captain ranks. Brig Gen Julius Biryabarema, Director

November 18, 2024

Big Story

Widow Reclaims Land Sold Illegally by Mother-in-Law

Kole District – A 31-year-old widow, Linda Adoch, from Teopok Village, Lwala Parish in Kole District, has successfully reclaimed her two-acre piece of land that was fraudulently sold by her mother-in-law. Adoch, a mother of two, became embroiled in the land dispute

November 17, 2024

Big Story

170,000 Coffee Farmers Registered Ahead of EU Deadline

At least 170,000 coffee farmers and value-chain actors have been registered in Uganda’s national database as the country approaches the December 31st deadline to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR). According to Israel Ssebugenyi, the Technology Development Manager at the

November 17, 2024

Sports

How KCCA’s Actions Could Jeopardise Uganda’s AFCON 2027 Plans

Kampala — The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has come under scrutiny for allegedly hindering critical upgrades to Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium, a key facility in Uganda’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Nakivubo Stadium, now undergoing major

November 17, 2024

ENERGY & MINERAL RESOURCES

EGI Uganda Report Exposes ECAs’ Role in Fossil Fuel and Hydro Projects in East Africa

The Environment Governance Institute (EGI) Uganda has released a pioneering report highlighting the substantial influence of Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) on energy projects across Uganda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In light of mounting climate change concerns and the

November 7, 2024

Big Story

How Dr. Sudhir Prevailed in UK Court Against DFCU Bank Over Crane Bank Acquisition

On October 30, 2024, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, Ugandan businessman and Chairman of the Ruparelia Group, achieved a legal win in a UK court against dfcu Bank concerning the contested acquisition of Crane Bank. The court, led by Mr. Justice Stephen Hofmeyr KC,

November 4, 2024

Big Story·Education

Ruparelia Group Hailed for Supporting Fresh Kid as He Completes Primary Education at Kampala Parents

The Ruparelia Group is receiving praise for its role in supporting young rapper Patrick Ssenyonjo, better known as Fresh Kid, as he bids farewell to Kampala Parents Primary School. Fresh Kid, who joined the school in 2019 on a scholarship provided by

November 3, 2024

Religion

Dr. Sudhir, Jyotsna Ruparelia Celebrate Diwali with a Joyful Family Gathering

Ugandan billionaire Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and his wife, Jyotsna Ruparelia, celebrated Diwali with their expanding family in a touching display of togetherness. Known as one of Uganda’s most prominent and philanthropic families, the Ruparelias marked the Festival of Lights with a beautiful

November 2, 2024