Category: National
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Excitement as elderly persons receive SAGE money in Kagadi
KAGADI Elderly persons in Kagadi district under the Social Assistance Grant for Empowerment (SAGE) program have received their monthly stipend with a lot of happiness and joy. At least 1890 elderly persons are registered to benefit from the SAGE program in Kagadi district and begun receiving their pay on Monday this week. Through the grant,…
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Makerere University Ivory Tower opened, Dr. Crispus Kiyonga installed as chancellor
On 20th September 2020, Makerere University main building commonly known as Ivory Tower, was gutted by fire and only the office of the chancellor and his vice were spared, the rest were destroyed. Yesterday, The President of Uganda Who was accompanied by the first lady and minister of education and sports, graced the grand opening.…
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House maid, boyfriend arrested over child kidnap and demanding 20M Ransom
KAMPALA A house maid and her boyfriend in Luwafu Zone, Makindye Division, have been arrested by crime intelligence for kidnapping a 3-year-old child of her employer who was away from home and demanded a ransom of 20 million shillings. Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire, has identified the suspects as Mary Kansiime aged 21…
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Ministry of Tourism Commission new Kasese Equator Monument
KASESE The Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Rtd Col. Tom Butime and Hon. Martin Mugarra Bahinduka in company of musician Bebe Cool on Friday, September 27, commissioned the new Kikorongo Equator line point and monument in Kasese. This was part of the World Tourism Day celebrations. The new equator monument is an exciting development…
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UBOS set to release Final Census 2024 on Thursday
KAMPALA In a letter dated September 26, 2024, Dr. Chris Mukiza, Executive Director of the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), announced that the final results of the recently concluded National Census and Housing Population will be released on Thursday, October 3, at Serena Hotel in Kampala. UBOS, the institution responsible for conducting the National Population…
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Ministry Of Education Allows Students To Use Their Phones And Laptops In Class – Sets Conditions
The Ministry of Education says the use of laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other ICT devices will be allowed in primary and secondary schools. It however says the devices must be strictly controlled by the school authorities. The change policy was announced by Education Minister Janet Museveni on Thursday while launching the education digital agenda. The…
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Over 40 Tamale Mirundi’s Children Seek To Meet President Museveni Days After Their Father’s Burial – Make Demands
The family of the late Tamale Mirundi has expressed deep gratitude to the State for its support both during his life and following his passing. “We are profoundly appreciative of the assistance provided and do not take it for granted,” said John Tamale Mirundi, the deceased’s son. With over 40 children and dependents, the family…
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Tamale Mirundi Laid To Rest!! See Why The Family Refused To Burry Him While Standing As He Wished – Why Night Dancers Can’t Access His Grave
Ugandan veteran journalist Joseph Tamale Mirundi was laid on Sunday, August 18 at his ancestral home in Matale village, Kalagala in Kalisizo. The final send-off service started early morning, with several dignitaries from Kampala and hundreds of locals in attendance.Mirundi passed away on August 13, at Kisubi Hospital in Kampala, succumbing to a respiratory complication.…
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Thieves Break Into Tamale Mirundi’s Home In Kyotera – Steal Money And Traditional Things He Used For Witchcraft – Family Claims Thieves Will Return Them In 2 Days
Thieves broke into the house of the late Tamale Mirundi in Kyotera, stealing valuable property just before his body was expected to be brought to the residence. Among the stolen items were traditional crafts, deeply significant to the family and their cultural heritage.The widow, Namatovu, expressed her belief that the stolen items will eventually be…
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Release All Impounded Boda Bodas!! Prime Minister Issues Stern Directive To Minister Muhoozi
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has issued a stern directive to General David Muhoozi, Minister of State for Internal Affairs, to ensure the swift return of impounded Boda Bodas to their rightful owners. This move follows President Yoweri Museveni’s earlier directive emphasizing the release of these vital income-generating motorcycles, which are the lifeblood of many Ugandans.Despite…