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Bugiri Sugar Factory Accused of Monopolizing Market as Namayingo District Erupts in Conflict Over CN Sugar Suspension
Namayingo, Uganda – Namayingo District has been plunged into a state of turmoil following the controversial suspension of CN Sugar Factory by the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives. The decision has not only left over 800 workers jobless but has also financially impacted residents supplying construction materials for the new multi-billion CN Sugar project.…
The Rise of Africa’s Gen Zs: From TikTok, X to the Streets
SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | On June 18, 2024, thousands of young Kenyans took to the streets to oppose proposed tax reforms, marking a significant shift in the landscape of youth activism and advocacy in Africa. Within hours, a colourful image that captures the essence of a youthful crowd in trendy attire protesting on the…
Jailed Molly Katanga Denies Killing Hubby
The key suspect in the murder of businessman Henry Katanga, his wife Molly Katanga, has denied the charges, saying she understood well the offences read against her but it is not true that she committed the offence. This was before the High Court Criminal Division presided over by Justice Isaac Muwata when the matter came…
BURSTED: Namayingo DPC Underfire For Taking Bribe to Sabotage New Sugar Factory
Namayingo, Uganda – Leaders and residents of Namayingo district are demanding the immediate transfer of their District Police Commander (DPC), Joseph Kamukama, following multiple accusations of bribery and corruption. The allegations claim that Kamukama has been accepting bribes and is connected to the theft of equipment from the CN Sugar Factory construction site. During a…
Govt Commence Mass Distribution Of Digital Number Plates In November 2024
The Government of Uganda is set to issue digital number plates for all categories of vehicles and motorcycles in a phased manner, effective November this year. According to Jim Muhwezi, the Minister for Security, the government will start issuing registration plates to new motorcycles on November 1, 2024, and the full roll-out of all categories…
Bobiwine Pledges To Open More NUP Party Offices Nationwide
The National Unity Platform (NUP) party has pledged to open up more field offices to increase mobilization across the country ahead of the 2026 general polls. These were set as the party concluded its five-day tour of the western region. While addressing members of the press at the Red Motel in Mbarara city, Robert Kyagulanyi…
Iranian Leader Decries Disrespect to Christian Symbols at 2024 Paris Olympics
Dr. Mohammad Mahdi Imanipour, Chairman of the Policy-making Council of Interreligious Dialogue of the Islamic Republic of Iran has condemned insulting of Christian sanctities in the 2024 Paris Olympics. He says that the greatness and sanctity of divine religions and prophets, who are symbols of God’s mercy and human salvation, are not deniable and violation…
Museveni,Gabonese President Nguema Hold Bilateral Talks At Statehouse Entebbe
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has met and held discussions with the Transitional President of Gabon, H.E Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at State House, Entebbe. H.E Nguema is in Uganda for a two- day official visit at the invitation of President Museveni. He was accompanied by the First Lady of Gabon, H.E Zita Oligui Nguema and…
Sad: Explosion Kills 37 Revellers At Lido Beach
At least 37 civilians were killed and 212 were injured in an explosion at a popular beach restaurant in the Somali capital late on Friday, the health minister said, an attack the government blamed on militant Islamist group al Shabaab. Ali Haji told a press conference that 11 of those injured in the attack in…
Deputy Lands Boss Maj Gen.Takirwa Lectures UPDF Soldiers On Discipline, Patience &Commitment Crucial In Military Service
The Deputy Commander Land Force,Maj Gen Francis Takirwa has underscored the importance of discipline, patience, and commitment as essential virtues for soldiers to uphold throughout their military service. He emphasised that a soldier’s discipline serves as the foundation for fostering positive attitudes and behaviour, not only among peers but also in interactions with superiors and…