Journalists urged to prepare for 2026 polls - 93.3 KFM
Dec 10, 2024 · By SYLVIA NAMAGEMBE & KARIM MUYOBO The National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders Uganda (NCHRDU) has urged journalists to equip themselves adequately as the country approaches the 2025 election campaigns. While commemorating the International Human Rights Defenders Day in Kampala yesterday, Mr Robert Sempala, the executive director of the Human Rights Network for Journalists, said during ...
Mpuuga announces new political formation ahead of 2026 elections
Dec 6, 2024 · Former Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, officially announced a new political formation, the Democratic Alliance (DA), on Friday. This development follows his fallout with the National Unity Platform, a party he co-founded with other members ahead of the 2021 general elections. The announcement was made during an …
US boosts refugee aid to Uganda by 20% - 93.3 KFM
Dec 12, 2024 · The United States of America announced on Thursday that refugee aid to Uganda has increased by approximately 20% in 2024. According to U.S. Ambassador to Uganda H.E. William Popp, more than Shs842 billion (USD230 million) has been provided in humanitarian and development assistance for refugees and Ugandan host communities. The United States has provided approximately
State slaps more charges against Alien Skin - 93.3 KFM
Nov 26, 2024 · Local musician Patrick Mulwana, commonly known as Alien Skin, was again charged before the Makindye Chief Magistrates Court on November 25, 2024, and remanded to Luzira prison. Alien Skin was brought before Chief Magistrate Esther Adikin by prison authorities to enter a plea on charges of assault against doctors at St. Francis Hospital Nsambya.
MP Ssegirinya critically ill – Rubaga hospital - 93.3 KFM
Jan 9, 2025 · Kawempe North MP, Muhammad Ssegirinya is brain dead, with most of his organs shut down, the Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi clarified on Thursday morning. "The doctors said he's brain dead. They said all his internal organs have shut down. But there's that small pulse. The doctors said they cannot pronounce him dead
NEMA chief denies targeting poor in wetland evictions
Dec 13, 2024 · The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Executive Director Dr. Akankwasah Barirega has responded to allegations that NEMA exclusively evicted the poor during the Lubigi wetland restoration process. Speaking to KFM, Akankwasah clarified that the poor constitute a minority in Uganda, not the majority. He emphasized that those labeled as "poor" who are destroying the environment
Uganda Cubs held by Tanzania in opener - 93.3 KFM
Dec 16, 2024 · By Fred Mwambu Uganda Cubs must win their match against Kenya in their second and final group game of the Cecafa qualifier of the 2025 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations after sharing spoils with Tanzania in the opening game on Sunday at Nakivubo. Uganda and Tanzania games in all categories have become tightly contested affairs as
Mpigi businessman shot dead in robbery attack - 93.3 KFM
Dec 13, 2024 · By BRIAN ADAMS KESIIME & Fahad Malik Jjingo Police in Mpigi District are investigating the circumstances under which unknown assailants shot and killed a 38-year-old businessman, making off with an unspecified amount of money. Isaac Mugabe was killed on Wednesday night as he was returning home and entering his compound in Buwama Town. The deceased was the proprietor
Mityana-Mubende highway traffic diverted over slippery conditions
Dec 23, 2024 · The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) on Monday directed traffic along the Mityana-Mubende highway to divert from the main road at Myanzi. The diversion will route traffic via Kassanda-Madudu to Kiyuuya, where it will reconnect with the highway, avoiding potential delays. This measure follows traffic congestion along a one-kilometer section at Kalonga caused by slippery
Besigye, Mukaaku incitement case to resume in January
Dec 5, 2024 · The Buganda Road Magistrates Court on Thursday ordered Luzira Prison authorities to produce embattled veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye for further hearing on charges of inciting violence. Dr. Besigye is currently detained at Luzira Prison following his arraignment before the Army Court on national security charges. According to a production warrant signed by Senior