Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Luwero are holding two Uganda People’s Defense Force (UPDF) soldiers who have been accused of threatening to assassinate Ronald Ndawula, the District National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairperson. The soldiers, allegedly attached to Ruhengyere Army Barracks, were apprehended at Pension House in Luwero …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) will recruit 9,627 youth aged 18 to 22 in an exercise starting on July 1st and ending on July 14th, 2024. The entire recruitment process will span 56 days, according to UPDF Spokesperson Brig Gen Felix Kulayigye. Brig …
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Johannesburg | Melody Chironda – ALL AFRICA.COM | The Constitutional Court has delivered a major blow to former president Jacob Zuma’s political ambitions, ruling on Monday that he cannot stand as a candidate in next week’s national elections in South Africa, reports Eyewitness News. The apex court’s judgement upholds the decision …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have expressed strong opposition to the proposed mainstreaming of the NGO Bureau, citing potential harm to a sector that has steadily grown and stabilized over the years. Their concerns come in response to the recent passage of the NGO Amendment Bill, 2024 …
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Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Luwero are investigating the murder of Nduwayesu Marie Rose, a 48-year-old Rwandan national. Her body was discovered at Klne Guest House in Kizito, Luwero Town Council. Preliminary findings indicate that the murder occurred on Saturday, May 18, 2024. The primary suspect, identified …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The prestigious 2024 Captain’s Bell Uganda Golf Tournament Awards Dinner was a night to remember, blending sportsmanship, elegance, and entertainment in an unforgettable celebration. Held at the luxurious Uganda Golf Club Kitante, the event drew golf enthusiasts, dignitaries, and celebrities, all eager to honor …
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THE HAGUE | Xinhua | The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) said Monday he is applying for arrest warrants for two Israeli government officials, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and three Hamas leaders. Karim Khan said in a statement that he has “reasonable grounds to believe” that …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tensions flared at the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) offices Monday morning as musician-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, alias Bobi Wine, withdrew his petition challenging the Police for blocking his musical concerts. Kyagulanyi, accompanied by his lawyers Benjamin Katana and George Musisi, appeared before the …
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LONDON | Xinhua | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Monday won a victory in his ongoing battle against extradition from the United Kingdom (UK) to the United States, after the High Court in London granted him permission to appeal. Permission to appeal was to be granted only if the U.S. …
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Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The French government, in collaboration with Alliance Française de Kampala (AFK), and the Association of French Teachers in Uganda (AFTU) is set to propel French language education in Ugandan secondary schools. This joint initiative will see a substantial financial injection to enhance learning resources, …
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