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NSSF Reaps Early Rewards as Airtel Delivers Sweet Dividends
Uganda’s National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is celebrating a GH7.9 billion (US$2.1 million) windfall from Airtel’s interim dividend payout, just two months after the telecom giant’s stock market debut. This early return validates NSSF’s bold US$199 billion (US$52.6 million) investment in the IPO and strengthens its position as a major player in the Ugandan telecom…
5 Places Where People Walk Around Naked and It’s Completely Normal
These places have offered a unique opportunity for many people to cast aside societal norms. Whether it is the beach, outdoors or at an event, most people have at least a piece of clothing on. However, there are certain places where people walk around naked and no one bats an eyelid because almost everyone does…
What You Didn’t Know About the New Energy Cloud Mining Farm ‘CGMDminer’ that Allows You to Easily Earn Cryptocurrency
In the rapidly advancing world of cryptocurrency, CGMD Miner has positioned itself at the forefront of sustainable and eco-friendly mining solutions. As global awareness around environmental impact intensifies, it is leading the charge in integrating renewable energy sources into the cryptocurrency mining process. Embracing Green Energy in Mining Operations CGMD Miner recognizes the critical importance…
Uganda’s UGX60 Billion Anti-tick Vaccine Production Facility Nears Completion
The construction of a sh60-billion anti-tick vaccine production facility at Nakyesasa in Nalukulongo, Wakiso District will be concluded in April 2023, according to the National Agricultural Research Organisation – NARO. In October 2022, NARO, officially commenced field trials of the anti-tick vaccine dubbed TicVac-U which was developed by Makerere University scientists led by renowned Dr.…
UPDF Kills Two ADF Rebels, Captures Commander in Kibale Forest
The Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) have announced the lethal shooting of two suspected rebels linked to the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) and apprehended their commander within the Kibale Forest National Park in Kamwenge district. Gen. Felix Kulayigye, UPDF spokesperson, verified the incident during an interview with the Kampala Dispatch. He noted that these rebels had escaped during…
Ugandan Street Kid Turned Notorious Murderer Gets 134 Jail Sentence
The High Court in Kampala has sentenced former street kid Musa Musasizi to a 134-year jail term for the murder of five women in Nakulabye and Kasubi suburbs of Kampala City within one month in 2021. His victims included his girlfriend, Mackline Ahereza, Violet Kansiime, her three-month-old baby, Nourine Nabirye, and Elizabeth Muteesi. Following Musasizi’s…
UPDF Soldiers Captured on Video Torturing Suspect, Face Court Martial
Three Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers will be tried publicly for the alleged torture of a suspected motorcycle thief. Since Tuesday, a video has been circulating on social media showing the suspect, identified as Nelson Omon, a resident of Lagot Village, Larakaraka Parish in Pubec Parish, Mucwini East Sub County being tortured by five…
Change Is Unstoppable & Neither Police, Museveni, nor Mao Can Halt Uganda’s Political Transition – Kabuleta
Embracing an era of profound change, Joseph Kabuleta, the leader of the National Economic Empowerment Dialogue (NEED) has boldly declared the arrival of Uganda’s political transition. In a resounding proclamation, the former Presidential Candidate asserted that neither Police, President Yoweri Museveni, nor Justice Minister Norbert Mao can impede its unstoppable march. Mr. Kabuleta made the…
Why 1XBet Is The Best Sports Betting Site in Africa
1xBet is the flagship of the betting industry and continues to conquer new frontiers. Over 16 years on the market, the global bookmaker has gained the authority and respect of millions of customers and partners. Every month, the 1xBet gaming platform is visited by more than 3 million registered users, and this figure is constantly…
Great: Startimes Uganda,Centenary Bank Renew Strategic Partnership For Financial Inclusion & Sustainable Solutions
Centenary Bank, the largest commercial microfinance bank in Uganda and StarTimes Uganda,a pioneer in pay TV, digital television set and solar solutions, are thrilled to announce the renewal of their strategic partnership following a highly successful year of collaboration. The partnership announcement was made by Fabian Kasi the Managing Director of C entenary bank together…