Category: News

  • Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

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    Jimmy Carter, the 100-year-old former U.S. president and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away on Sunday, according to a statement from his nonprofit organization. Born in rural Georgia, Carter rose from modest beginnings to serve as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. He spent his final months in hospice care…

  • Kalaki District Assistant Engineer Dies in Tragic Road Accident

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    Moses Olobo, the Assistant Engineer for Kalaki District, has tragically died in a road accident. The incident occurred at around 10 a.m. on Monday near Olianai in Kakure Sub-county, as Olobo was traveling from Soroti back to Kalaki. Witnesses report that Olobo lost control of his vehicle, causing it to crash into a tree. The…

  • Three Firefighters and 12 Passengers Injured in Train Collision with Fire Truck in Florida

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    A collision between a Brightline train and a fire truck responding to an emergency in Delray Beach, Florida, left three firefighters and 12 passengers injured on Saturday morning, authorities reported. An investigation into the cause of the crash is now underway, led by the Delray Beach Police Department, along with officials from the train operator…

  • New Georgian President Takes Office as Predecessor Refuses to Step Down

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    Mikheil Kavelashvili has been sworn in as Georgia’s new president in a ceremony held at the Parliament in Tbilisi. This comes amid ongoing protests and the refusal of his pro-European Union predecessor, Salome Zourabichvili, to accept the legitimacy of his election. In a defiant speech to hundreds of supporters outside the presidential palace on Sunday,…

  • Suspected Food Poisoning in Kikuube: 70 People Hospitalized After Consuming Ice Cream

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    At least 70 individuals in Kikuube District, Uganda, are undergoing treatment for suspected food poisoning after consuming ice cream sold by local vendors on Christmas Day. The incident has sparked concern across the villages of Kinogozi West, Nyakabonge, and Kisenyi in Buhimba Sub-County. The suspected food poisoning has left families in distress. Rosemary Katusabe, a…

  • NIRA Begins National ID Registration and Renewal with Arrival of 1,000 Kits

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    The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has taken a significant step toward enhancing Uganda’s national identification system. On Saturday, the agency received its first shipment of 1,000 kits designed for the mass registration and renewal of national identification cards. The much-anticipated consignment was delivered to Entebbe International Airport in Wakiso District, where it was…

  • Fog Grounds Flights and Disrupts UK Air Travel Amid Busy Holiday Season

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    Air travelers across the United Kingdom faced widespread disruptions over the weekend as dense fog blanketed much of the nation. The adverse weather conditions caused significant delays, grounding flights and complicating landings and take-offs at major airports. London Gatwick Airport experienced the most significant impact, according to Flightradar24, an aircraft tracking website. The persistent fog…

  • Emmanuel Faber Engages African Leaders on ISSB Standards

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    Summary: The Chair of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), Emmanuel Faber, held meetings with the leaders of Kenya and Nigeria, along with government officials in South Africa. Accompanying him was ISSB member Ndidi Nnoli-Edozien. In Kenya, discussions were held with President William Ruto, emphasizing the African region’s significance in shaping and implementing ISSB initiatives.…

  • FORTEBET FIRES MUKONO PUNTERS INTO FUN-FILLED X-MAS

    FORTEBET FIRES MUKONO PUNTERS INTO FUN-FILLED X-MAS

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    No one in attendance at Mukono Boarding P/S Play Ground during the latest ForteBet-Alex Muhangi soccer tour left disappointed. ForteBet fully ushered its punters in Mukono and the surrounding areas into this year’s Christmas amidst lots of gifts. Organized by ForteBet in partnership with their brand ambassador, comedian and influencer Alex Muhangi, the event delivered…

  • Artists and promoters are required to obtain UCC Permits Before concerts in the new crackdown.

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    The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has introduced new regulations requiring artists and event promoters to secure permits before organizing or performing at concerts. This move is part of a broader effort to ensure compliance with the law and maintain order in the entertainment industry. Understanding the New UCC Regulations The new guidelines demand that all…