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Uganda Hit By Three Day Nationwide Power Blackout
Uganda had suffered a nationwide blackout on Saturday, the second in less than a month. Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited, which is responsible for bulk purchase and transmission of power countrywide, said “We have lost transmission across the nation which has caused a nationwide blackout, please bear with us as we investigate the cause and…
Just In: Former Cranes Captain Kirunda Dies At 70
Former Uganda Cranes legend and captain, Jimmy Kirunda had died at the age of 70. According to FUFA, Kirunda collapsed and died in Bwaise near Hotel La Grande while walking to Wandegeya. He played for Express FC, KCCA FC, SC Villa and Abu Dhabi Sports in the United Arab Emirates. Mr.Kirunda led Uganda Cranes at…
PS Maj.Gen David Kasura Receives MAAIF Office
Maj Gen. David Kasura Kyomukama is the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries. He joins the ministry with over 30 years of leadership experience. Before joining the Ministry of Agriculture, Maj. Gen. Kasura-Kyomukama was the Director of the National Leadership Institute at Kyankwanzi, and before this he was the…
Congolese Singer General Defao Dies At 62
Renowned Congolese singer and songwriter Lulendo Matumona aka General Defao is dead. Defao, 62, died on Monday, December 27, at the Laquintinie Hospital in Douala, Cameroon, where he was admitted. The Sala Noki singer will be fondly remembered for his melodious voice and silky dance moves that lit up audiences. Musicians Ferre Gola and Fally…
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Here Is How Business Mogul Sudhir Ruparelia Has Made a Generational Multi-Billion Family Empire
A sign of a billionaire happy in his own skin and comfortable with his humble beginnings. He pushed supermarket trollies in London for a few pounds a week and burned his fingers in search of a buck. Today, Dr Sudhir Ruparelia is one of the most successful businessmen in Uganda and arguably one of the…
Stanbic’s Anne Juuko Scoops ‘Best Woman CEO’ Accolade From Global Brands Magazine
The London based Global Brands Magazine (GBM) has named Anne Juuko, the Chief Executive for Stanbic Bank Uganda as the ‘Best Woman CEO’ in Uganda’s Banking sector for the year 2021. Uganda has 27 commercial banks, four of which, including a development bank are headed by women. In addition, Stanbic Bank won two other accolades…
It’s a Lucrative Business Which Only Few Ugandans Know About: Tycoon Rajiv On Pet Business In Uganda
Visionary tycoon Rajiv Ruparelia who many describe as Uganda’s economy explorer for his lucrative investments in various sectors has bemoaned the fact that only a few Ugandans have tested on profits from animal (pets) business opportunity. A pet, or companion animal, is an animal kept primarily for a person’s company or entertainment rather than as…
Gen Mugira Hosts Defence Ministers At NEC’s Luwero Industries
Leutinuanant General James Mugira; the Managing Director-National Enterprise Corporation hosted Hon Bamulangaki Ssempijja; the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs at Luwero Industries Headquarters. The Minister was accompanied by Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth- State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs (General duties) and Hon Huda Abason Oleru-State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs (Veterans),Hon Lt…
Mobile Banking Threatened To Its Knees, How Safe Is Your Money?
“With the advancement of information technology will come more sophisticated crime”. This and other related statements are commonly used by even those who advance the need for a digitally-led society. This, therefore, means that the advancement in IT is a necessary evil, which will always be taken advantage of by cyber-fraud, robbery or kidnap and…
Go For A Cozy Independence Weekend At Kabira Country Club
Kabira Country Club, Kampala’s leading boutique and luxurious hotel has unveiled a special independence package tittled “A Distinct Taste Of Independenc” to allow its clients to relieve off the week’s stress. This website has learnt that the mega offer which includes a whole roasted chicken and a Ugandan Flag Cake along with a pot of…
