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KAGAME: Ramaphosa got a few things wrong on DRC crisis

Kagame debunks Ramaphosa’s claims on DR Congo crisis Kigali, Rwanda | ALICE KAGINA – The New Times of Rwanda |  President Paul Kagame has debunked claims made by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and clarified points discussed during conversations between them over the situation in eastern DR Congo. Following conversations …

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Internal Security Organization boss Oluka dead

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | The Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO), Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka, has this evening collapsed, and died. The cause of death is not yet known, but Chris Obore, head of communications at Parliament, said on X “Oh no! Brig Oluka why …

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Opposition unhappy with EC over voter update exercise

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Opposition party leaders have voiced concerns about the ongoing voter registration update exercise, questioning its fairness and alleging that the incumbent party is using its position to control the process. The exercise, which includes registration, updating voter information, and transferring polling stations, began on …

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POWERBALL jackpot of UGX 1.1 billion is up for grabs!

Kampala, Uganda –  This Friday, the coveted POWERBALL jackpot of UGX 1.1 billion is up for grabs and an impressive UGX 100 million will be rolled down to the next highest prize division if there is no billionaire, spreading cheer to even more participants. ITHUBA Uganda, the official operator of the Uganda …

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Uganda Law Society honors Rwakafuuzi for standing up against military courts

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Law Society (ULS)  has  handed its Radical New Bar Demilitarization Award to Senior Advocate Ladislaus Kiiza Rwakafuuzi for his tireless efforts in fighting for an independent and demilitarized judiciary in Uganda. The citation, presented by ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde, recognizes Rwakafuuzi’s lifetime …

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