The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has announced a crucial extension of the national population and housing census period to May 25, 2024. This move follows initial challenges in the enumeration process, including login difficulties and incomplete listing during mapping, which affected some enumeration areas. UBOS Executive Director and Census Commissioner, Chris N. Mukiza (PhD), announced the extension, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity. “We want to guarantee that everyone is counted, and no one is left behind. This extension will enable us to reach all households and individuals who may have missed the initial enumeration period.” The extension provides an…
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With gates open as early as 4pm, fans started lining up anticipating for a night of joy, worship and music. Cheza For Yesu Concert, was filled with a list of strictly Christian musicians who captivated the audience. The concert, however, did not register the expected number of attendees, much to the organizers’ disappointment. Ntaate on Stage They had different performers and unlike other shows in Kampala where headliners step on stage by 9pm, this time around Gabie changed the schedule. She stepped on stage by 10pm, ready to thrill her fans but unfortunately, she had an underwhelming turn-up. The few…
A 62-year-old man who had been buried alive for four days was rescued after police heard his muffled cries for help coming from underground. Officers in Moldova found the man as they were investigating after a 74-year-old woman was found dead by in her own home by a relative on Monday. Police arrested a suspect in her death and, as they searched his home in the same village, heard cries for help from nearby. They started digging and found the entrance to a makeshift grave where an 18-year-old man had locked up the elderly man. Police footage released on Wednesday shows…
Kira Municipality lawmaker Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has criticised Minister of State for Finance Henry Musasizi, warning him and other ministers against a governance strategy comparable to operating a mobile money kiosk in the Owino market. Ssemujju’s fury came as a result that during the Thursday plenary, Minister Musasizi tabled a supplementary of Shs288.624Bn schedule for which; Shs132.634Bn meant for the purchase of shares in the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), while Shs152Bn is intended for the construction of the Hoima City Stadium by National Council of Sports in preparation for the 2027…
The win, secured through two second half goals from Charles Lwanga and Hakim Kiwanuka saw Villa move to 57 points, one ahead of Bul FC and Vipers. Both were victorious with Bul winning their derby against Busoga while deposed champions Vipers saw Mbarara City. Back at Lugogo the celebrations from the Villa faithful for a record extending 17th league title started on 68 minutes when Lwanga headed in an Umar Lutalo cross. The goal arrived after a dour opening hour minutes when there was little goalmouth action as Villa threatened a repeat of last season’s final day implosion at URA.…
In these changes SCP Moses Kafeero has been appointed as the new Human Resources Director, replacing Godfrey Golooba. AIGP Fadil Kaali has taken over as Director of Fire and Rescue Services, replacing AIGP Joseph Mugisa, whose contract ends in June. AIGP John Nuwagira has been transferred to the Field Force Unit’s Commandant, replacing Kaali. Nuwagira’s previous role as Director of Operations has been taken over by SCP Frank Mwesigwa. The recalled military officers, including Maj. Gen. Katsigazi who is awaiting deployment at the UPDF headquarters. The President’s move is seen as an effort to strengthen the police force and improve…
Parliamentary Watch Uganda Parliament on Thursday passed a Sh72.130 trillion national budget, up from an earlier proposed total of Sh58 trillion. This is a Sh20 trillion increment from the last financial year budget of Sh52 trillion. Parliament Watch @pwatchug indicates that, payment of Uganda’s public debt commands the lion’s share, accounting for over Sh34.017 trillion. The Ministry of Finance is planning to borrow sh28.768 trillion from local commercial banks to fund the Sh72.130 trillion national budget. Government has also increased the amount of money it had earlier planned to borrow from the external market from Sh8.905 trillion to now Sh10.977 trillion, which is…
Man Who Sleeps in Coffin Allegedly Dumped by Wife, Stays with Househelp A man named Hamisi was dumped by his wife who couldn’t tolerate his weird behaviour of sleeping inside a coffin Hamisi now shares his big house with a househelp who rouses him from his slumber by knocking on the coffin six times The Tanzanian has been described as a philanthropist who has helped several people in need A Tanzanian man who has allegedly spent the past 15 years sleeping inside a coffin has left many scratching their heads. The man identified as Hamisi is based in Dar es…
Museveni has appointed former Assistant Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba as the new Inspector General of Police. He takes over from Okoth Ochola who retired in March, 2024. “I confirm that H.E. the President and Commander in Chief of the UPDF has today appointed Mr. Abbas Byakagaba as the new Inspector General of Police replacing IGP Martin Okoth Ochola,” said the Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Farouk Kirunda on Friday night. “Other changes have been effected in the Uganda Police Force,” he added. Maj Gen Geoffrey Katsigazi Tumusiime has been holding fort since Ochola’s exit. ChimpReports understands Katsigazi was not considered…
A family in Kisima village, Nyahururu town in Laikipia County, Kenya, is grieving after the loss of their kin who died after a beating by a shop owner and his employees. The 17-year-old boy identified as Stephen Njuguna was accused of stealing a piece of cloth worth Sh500 which is equivalent to GHS 47. The boy is said to have endured hours of torture within the confines of the shop premises. His tormentors relented only when they sensed his life was in danger, allowing him to leave in critical condition. Outraged by the brutality, residents staged protests in Nyahururu town…