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Femicide: Hundreds Protest At Violence Against Women In Kenya
Demonstrations have taken place across major cities in Kenya to protest against the rising cases of femicide and other violence against women. Hundreds have gathered in Nairobi, Nakuru, Mombasa, Nyeri and Lodwar, some carrying placards with the names of those who were killed. A 2022 survey found at least one in three Kenyan women had…
UPDF Rehabilitates Over 50 Rescued Abductees, Hands Them To FARDC In Eastern DRC
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have returned 50 abductees, comprising 44 females and 6 males, to the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC). These individuals were previously held captive by the notorious Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in Eastern DRC. The handover ceremony took place in Kasindi, North Kivu Province, with Major…
Why Judge Julia Sebutinde’s Vote In Favour Of Israel To Bomb Gaza Sparked International Outrage
Judge Julia Sebutinde, the only judge to vote against all six measures urging Israel to improve the humanitarian situation, has become the target of online ire and accusations. The Ugandan judge’s dissenting vote in the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) ruling on the Gaza conflict has ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media. X…
Why Col Dr Besigye, Bobiwine Will Never Govern Uganda -Dan Matsiko
Playing victim, seeking for political sympathies and constant scaremongering has never removed a bad government in Africa and Uganda in particular. Col Besigye’s empty tactics have outlived their usefulness in this day and age . Col Besigye participated in massive looting this country when they (NRA rebel outfit) made all medical stores and facilities empty…
No NRM Funds Were Lost At The Treasurer’s Home -Rogers Mulindwa
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) secretariat Senior manager for Communication and Public Relations, Rogers Mulindwa has clearly stated that no single money from the ruling party was stolen at the home of the Treasurer, Barbara Nekesa, and that there is no investigation ordered against her. Speaking to our reporter on Friday, Mr Mulindwa said the…
Cecilia Atim Ogwal: A fearless Ugandan Politician Who Spoke Her Mind and Challenged Conventions – President Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has praised fallen MP Cecilia Ogwal describing her as an accomplished woman whose legacy on Uganda’s democratization process and women’s emancipation shall live for centuries to come. The head of state says much as she subscribed to the opposition, her democratic principles were cross-cutting, and that her opinions meant good for all…
Who will win Africa Cup of Nations 2023: 1xBet analyzes favorites’ chances
The bookmaker company 1xBet talks about the main contenders for victory in the tournament and offers to participate in promotions with valuable prizes. A bet on Lions of Teranga victory can multiply your money by 7 times. Sadio Mane, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Edouard Mendy are no longer playing at the frantic pace of the Premier…
VP Alupo Calls on Teachers to Nurture Next Generation
Vice President of Uganda Maj. Jessica Alupo has challenged teachers to go beyond exam preparation and use schools as platforms to nurture children in various disciplines that contribute to their future well-being. During a workshop at the National Leadership Institute-Kyankwanzi, the VP addressed head teachers and expressed concern that focusing solely on exam results without…
Buganda & Eswatini Kingdoms Root For Peace, Development
The Prime Minister of Eswatini Kingdom, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, has revealed that his office shall do everything possible to work hand in hand with Buganda kingdom, in a bid to foster ground for development cooperation between the two kingdoms. Premier Dlamini made the revelation on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Buganda Kingdom Prime Minister…
Buganda Land Board contests Kampala minister’s directive on Kabaka’s Mulungu landing site
Officials from Buganda Land Board, the agency set up by Kabaka to manage the Kingdom’s land and properties have protested the move by Kampala Minister, Hajjat Minsa Kabanda to take over management of Kabaka’s Mulungu Landing Site in Munyonyo, Makindye Division. Recently, Hajjat Kabanda wrote to Makindye Deputy RCC, Ms Doreen Keita Kagabo giving directives…