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UPDF To Rescue Nigerian Forces To Fight Boko Haram Terrorists
Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba, Chief of Joint Staff, has emphasised the need for African countries to work together to address regional security challenges. Speaking to a delegation of Directing Staff and Students from the Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management, Maj Gen Bakasumba who represented the Chief of Defence Forces said that “African solutions…
MPs Grill Minister Kabanda,Kisaka Over KCCA’s Mukono Landfill Dispute
The leadership of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has said the 135 acres of land in Ddundu Parish, Mukono District earmarked for waste management, is currently undergoing preparatory works for the development of a waste-to-energy facility. According to the KCCA Executive Director, Dorothy Kisaka, pre-feasibility studies like technical surveys, and soil and groundwater tests to…
Speaker Among Vows To Adopt Of Fallen Minister Sarah Mateke’s Son
Parliament has held a pre-funeral service for the former District Woman Representative for Kisoro, Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, who died on Saturday, 07 September 2024 in Kampala. The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, who led the service acknowledged the pain felt by the family and the nation. “Humanly speaking, we…
UPDF To Retire Over 236 Officers From 4th Infantry Division
The Uganda People’s Defense Force (UPDF), Brigadier General Felix Busizoori, Commander of the 4th Infantry Division, has announced the retirement of 236 junior and non-commissioned officers (NCOs). During the pre-retirement documentation ceremony held at the division’s headquarters in Gulu city on September 7, 2024, Brig. Gen. Busizoori urged the retirees to leverage their extensive military…
80,000 Members Of The Shincheonji Church Of Jesus Gather For Sunday Service Astonish Cheongju
Chairman Lee Man-hee of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, during his nationwide tour, emphasized the significance of the revealed Word of God. His visit was met with a welcoming procession stretching over 4 kilometers, along with more than 100 pastors from traditional churches joining the service. In 2024 alone, Chairman Lee has visited over 40…
Minister Sarah Mateke Passes On
The State minister for Defense hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi has died of suspected cardiac arrest, although further details surrounding her death are yet to be disclosed. Born on July 15, 1974, in Chahi subcounty, Kisoro District, Mateke was a trailblazer in every sense of the word. She was a devoted politician, educationist, and philanthropist who…
Consumers Choice Awards: UIA DG Awarded ‘Excellence In Investment Promotion’ Accolade
The Director General, Uganda Investment Authority (UIA), Mr.Robert Mukiza has been recognized for his tremendous efforts to promote investments in Uganda. Mr.Mukiza will formally receive “Excellence in Investment Promotion Award” at this year’s Consumers Choice Awards Dinner scheduled today, September 6, 2024 at Golf Course hotel-Kampala. “It is with great pleasure that I extend our…
Inept CID Officers Should Be Fired From Police Force – Gen Otafiire
The Minister of Internal Affairs, Kahinda Otafiire, has asked the Office of the President to train Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID) officers in basic criminal law. He made these statements at the annual coordination meeting between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and CID on August 5, 2024, at the CID headquarters in…
Nsambya Hospital Doctor Grilled Over Bobi Wine’s Medical Report
A medical doctor at Nsambya Hospital has been suspended after he allegedly forged a medical report confirming that Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, aka Bobi Wine, had been shot in the leg. The senior medical officer reportedly received Shs5 million from Bobi Wine’s group to secure a detailed medical report claiming he had sustained injuries from the…
CDF Gen.Kainerugaba,Belgium Ambassador Chantry Discuss Security Relations
Uganda and Belgium have reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation and collaboration. This follows a meeting between Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, and H.E. Hugues Chantry, Ambassador of Belgium to Uganda, which took place at the Special Forces Headquarters in Entebbe. The discussion focused on regional…