The Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire has confirmed the murder by shooting of Buganda Kingdom clan head Mr. Bbosa Daniel. In the statement released Sunday evening, Like says, “the Territorial Police at Natete has registered a tragic incident of murder by shooting that occurred today at approximately 6:00pm in Kikandwa Zone, Lungujja Parish, Lubaga Division.” Bbosa, the esteemed head of Ndiga clan and director of Transa Electrical. Mr. Bbosa was fatally shot by yet-to-be-identified assailants as he was approaching his residence. Luke says the assailants, riding on a motorcycle, opened fire at Mr. Bbosa’s motor vehicle, bearing registration number…
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By Jamilah Oluka/Parliament. While attending the plenary session on 27th/02/2024, the members of parliament tasked the Attorney General to produce a report about the construction of Lubowa Hospital. It should be noted that Lubowa Hospital has had controversies relating to its construction which started way back in 2019. Hon. Ssemujju Ibrahim, the representative of Kira Municipality, informed the Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon Anita Among to direct the Attorney General to present the report to parliament. “The Attorney General has this report, why can’t we give him time to present this report to parliament because he has it,” said Ssemujju.…
By Julius Mugaga Tukacungurwa/Umoja Standard KAMPALA: Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) which currently operates from New Mulago Complex will on Friday 15th, March 2024 unveil new multi-billion Office building. The eight storied structure valued at Shillings 30 billion is located within Makerere University Main Campus next to Eastern Gate. The mega structure is aimed at strengthening scientific research, teaching and learning for the growing student population, currently at more than 800, of which 85% of them are graduate students. ‘MakSPH had as of February 2020, raised UGX. 6billion from own staff, well-wishers and project overheads.’, Officials reported. The structure is…
Ugandan artiste Eddy Kenzo revealed today that he has more children than the ones the public knows. In spite of the fact that Maya and Aamal Musuuza are in the public eye, Kenzo has decided to remove his family from the media because of the challenges and past experiences he has faced. During an interview with a local TV station, the ‘Balipila Boda’ artiste admitted that he had learned from previous challenges. He said the challenges he faced taught him how to handle situations. “Facing challenges is not the hardest thing, but what you learn from them makes you who…
BY THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC) is suggesting a national assessment system for medical students as part of the reforms in education. It is of the view that the national assessment will be part of the strategies to enhance the quality of medical education and training. The Council’s Chairperson, Professor Joel Okullo notes that while there have been advancements such as the adoption of a standardized core curriculum in the East African community, there are still gaps to be filled and one of them should be in the area of assessment. Prof. Okullo made the…
Diamond Trust Bank inaugurated its 37th branch at Sino Uganda Industrial Park today (Feb. 13) as part of its commitment to bolster small and medium enterprises. Executives highlighted that this strategic move aims to bolster local manufacturing for import substitution and stimulate regional exports. DTB Uganda’s Managing Director Varghese Thambi explained: “We are delighted to open a branch inside the Uganda Sino Industrial Area Park today and offer our customers a more convenient banking experience. “We appreciate the people of Mbale and the eastern region at large for utilizing our service at our old branch on Bishop Wasike Road. We…
Namibia’s economy is recovering in various sectors, including agriculture, mining, fisheries, tourism, oil and gas, and green energy, Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba said on Tuesday. Mbumba made the remarks on the occasion of the official opening of the Cabinet in the national capital of Windhoek amid a pivotal moment for the nation as it navigates through a period of transition and mourning following the passing of former President Hage Geingob on Feb. 4. Acknowledging the challenges ahead, Mbumba declared 2024 as the “Year of Expectations” and emphasized the upcoming elections as a pivotal moment for the nation. With heightened expectations…
PostBank Uganda has partnered with Airtel Money to foster financial inclusion by eliminating charges on all transfers made from the PostApp and PostMobile to Airtel Money wallets. This initiative seeks to reduce the financial burden on PostBank customers while enhancing their access to a wide range of financial services through the extensive network of Airtel Money agents across Uganda. The partnership is a proactive approach aimed at addressing the challenge of the ever-rising cost of living, as individuals strive to make financial services more affordable and accessible for our customers. Julius Kakeeto, Managing Director of PostBank Uganda said “As a…
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa directed the Ministry of Education and Sports to institute powerful sanctions against schools that are charging exorbitant school fees. This is after several complaints from the public. During plenary on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, the Deputy Speaker said parliament has extensively handled the matter of school fees but “the situation seems to be getting worse”. “There are very many complaints regarding fee circulars from various schools including Government and private schools that have been discussed from this House, I have seen several circulars including from Government schools about that matter, including giving very…
Current marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach Gervais Hakizimana died in a road accident Sunday night outside the Rift Valley town of Eldoret, Kenyan police confirmed. The 24-year-old Kenyan athlete, who was driving a Toyota Premio, and his coach died at the scene of the crash, Elgeyo Marakwet County Police Commander Peter Mulinge told CNN.A third occupant survived with serious injuries, Mulinge added. Here’s How Kenyan Marathon World Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum Died In An Accident. “He lost control, veered off the road, entered into a ditch 60 meters away and hit a big tree,” Mulinge said.…