With rift between between FDC Najjanankumbi and Katonga faction rages on, Besigye led Katonga is said to be preparing to launch a new political party. Katonga on the Offensive: Katonga is reportedly deploying coordinators across the country to establish party structures and recruit members. Their primary target: loyal supporters of Besigye. They are aiming for a May 2024 launch of their new political identity. Najjanakumbi Unconcerned? The rival Najjanakumbi faction, led by Patrick Amuriat, appears unfazed by Katonga’s efforts. They dismiss it as an attempt to re-energize disillusioned members and claim it has no significant impact on the overall struggle.…
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Filipino Catholic Ruben Enaje is nailed to the cross during his reenaction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday, in San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines, March 29. CUTUD, Philippines, March 29 (Reuters) – Catholic devotees were nailed to crosses in sweltering heat north of the Philippines capital Manila on Good Friday in a re-enactment of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion. Around 20,000 Filipino and foreign tourists flocked to San Pedro Cutud village in Pampanga province to witness this annual display of devotion, which the Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines frowns upon. Actors dressed as Roman soldiers whipped devotees carrying crosses…
The move by the government to cut the parliament’s budget comes at a time when Parliament is in the spotlight over corruption and wasteful expenditures, although, it is not clear if the government’s decision was informed by findings from these social media allegations under the hashtag #UgandaParliamentExhibition. Exclusive story by Chimpreports. Uganda’s Parliament has for weeks been the focus of public attention, championed by the social media campaign under the hashtag #UgandaParliamentExhibition. Key concerns highlighted in the campaign include allegations of corruption, graft, unclear expenditure, nepotism, lack of transparency, and diversion of funds under the leadership of Speaker Anitah Among.…
Renown artist Moses Ssali aka Bebe Cool has revealed the reason why Zuena Kirema decided to go back to school and how she is in her first semister trying to better herself. Bebe Cool made this revealation duringa an exclusive interview with fellow musician Juliana Kanyomozi on her sit down talk show. He revealed that Zuena Kirema’s journey with him began as a teenage girl who left school to embark on a love story with Bebe Cool. While the specific details of her academic pursuit remain undisclosed, Bebe Cool, Zuena’s spouse, revealed that she is currently in her first year…
Fresh hints have surfaced concerning the nature and extent of the association between Eddy Kenzo and Minerals Minister Phiona Nyamutoro, igniting widespread curiosity among their followers. Despite persistent rumors swirling since late last year suggesting a romantic entanglement, both figures have vehemently denied any such involvement. However, skepticism lingers among some of their supporters regarding the credibility of these explanations. Newly emerging details shed light on Nyamutoro’s involvement in Kenzo’s music career, particularly in recent years. The youthful legislator from West Nile reportedly played a significant role in Kenzo’s 2022 festival held at the Kololo Independence Grounds. The festival, which…
By Julius Mugaga Tukacungurwa/Umoja Standard. Kampala, Uganda: Following Pastor Bugingo’s long time dream Pentagon construction that made him decide to have the last mega gathering at Makerere-Kikoni based Canaanland the home of House of Prayer Ministries International (HPMI), I decided to go and be part of the history. It should be remembered that a few weeks back HPMI Lead Pastor Aloysius Bugingo announced that Good Friday will be the last mega gathering for prayers at Canaanland before kicking off laying of the foundation for PENTAGON. “Today is our last gathering here, we shall come back here when they are officially…
Nollywood veteran Ramsey Noah demonstrated heartfelt solidarity as he attended the late father’s vigil of his close friend, Ugandan comedian Idring Patrick Salvado. The solemn event served as a platform for Noah to extend his support to Salvado during this difficult period. The tragic news of Salvado’s father’s passing earlier this week brought immense sorrow not only to the comedian himself but also to his siblings and loved ones. In the face of such grief, Noah’s presence provided a source of comfort and strength to Salvado and his family. Noah, renowned for his contributions to the Nigerian film industry, arrived…
Over the other weekend, social media was covered with photos of former Media Personality Faridah Nakazibwe with claims of how she had relocated to Canada in search of greener pastures while as others claimed that she had gone to give birth. Even though no proof has ever been presented, for the past few months Ugandans have been speculating that Nakazibwe is pregnant, hence the reason behind her resignation from Nation Media Group. Nakazibwe Faridah was a renown news anchor and morning talk show host but she abruptly stopped appearing on air and without any future knowledge, her slots were all…
After weeks of rumours, finally Singer Edris Musuuza popular as Eddy Kenzo has come forward to address the swirling rumors linking him romantically with Hon. Phionah Nyamutooro, the recently appointed Minister of State for Energy in charge of Minerals. The rumor mill has been in overdrive, with speculations fueled by the pair’s public appearances and seemingly close relationship. The conjecture reached a peak when Kenzo and Nyamutooro were spotted together at a school event for Kenzo’s daughter, Maya. This led many to believe that their relationship might be more than just platonic.Kenzo, Nyamutooro with President Museveni at Swearing in Ceremony. Adding…
Judith says the majority of people don’t believe that the kids are twins since they have no just different skin colors, but different hair as well. The mom pointed out that people often ask who the mother of the children are. When she went for a scan and was told she was having a child, she told the technician that she was, in fact, having two. After undergoing a second scan, the news revealed that she was, in fact, having twins, but they might have Down syndrome. At the young age of seven weeks old, her daughter Kachi was smaller…