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[ad_1] Kenyan legislators have voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua despite his failure to testify. The impeachment proceeded despite his lawyer’s claims that he had been taken to hospital. Gachagua was due to appear in the Senate after lunch to defend himself, a day after he had pleaded not guilty to 11 charges. However, he did not show up and his lawyer requested a postponement saying his client was […]
[ad_1] AFPMajia is in shock and most of those who died in the tanker explosion have been buried in a mass graveNigerian farmer Mustapha Majiya is still reeling from losing almost 50 members of his extended family this week after an overturned fuel tanker exploded, sending flames up into a night sky."My nephews, Nuradeen Rabiu, 16, and Dini Babalo, 17, were among those killed. They tried to stop people from […]
[ad_1] The State Minister for Sports, Peter Ogwang has assured Parliament that the construction of the Aki-Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira district is still on course. His statement came after concerns were raised regarding the last-minute cancellation of the contract signing between the government and the Egyptian contractor, SAMCO National Construction Company, at State House. On Thursday, Ogwang clarified that the signing ceremony was postponed based on the Ministry of Finance's recommendation to further discuss the financing model, further emphasising […]
[ad_1] Allan Okello opened the scoring for the Venoms from the spot on 33 minute before Milton Kariisa doubled the money and ensured of the maximum points shortly after the hour mark. Vipers climbed to the top of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League for the first time since the tailend of last season following a 2-0 victory over Wakiso Giants at the Kabaka Kyabagu Stadium in Wakiso. In a wet and cold early afternoon on Thursday, the Purple Sharks could […]
[ad_1] In a ceremony brimming with enthusiasm and commitment, the Rotary Club of Kampala--Uganda's oldest and most esteemed service club--inducted two new members, bringing fresh perspectives and renewed energy to its long-standing legacy of community service. Founded in 1956, the club remains a beacon of hope and service, upholding the enduring values of fellowship, integrity, and humanitarianism. The induction ceremony, held in Kampala, attracted Rotarians and distinguished guests from various sectors, reflecting the club's deep commitment to both local initiatives […]
[ad_1] A key part of the celebrations will be the "RUN FOR THE BLIND" marathon, which aims to engage the public in supporting mobility for persons with visual impairments. Uganda is preparing to celebrate International White Cane Day on November 17, 2024, under the theme "A White Cane for Every Blind Person." The initiative, spearheaded by Hon. Asamo Hellen Grace, Minister of State for Disability Affairs, is aimed at raising awareness about the rights and mobility needs of visually impaired […]
[ad_1] Some 1,100 people across Africa have died from mpox, the African Union's health agency said Thursday, warning that the epidemic was "going out of control" without further action. In all, 42,000 cases have been recorded in Africa since January, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said, with cases reported for the first time in Zambia and Zimbabwe. This brings to 18 the number of African countries where mpox has been officially detected this year, it said. […]
[ad_1] Africa takes the reins for the first time in 20 years, but will the new secretary-general adopt a more assertive stance? The Commonwealth holds its biennial summit - the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) - in Samoa next week, amid the perennial soul-searching about its relevance in 2024. It is a significant CHOGM as the 56 member states will elect a new secretary-general to succeed Britain's Patricia Scotland. And it is Africa's turn to get the secretary-generalship - […]
[ad_1] Coronation Group has emphasized its commitment to initiatives that promote the appreciation of Africa's rich arts heritage. Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the company, Ngozi Akinleye, who made the assertion, noted that the recently concluded 2024 Coronation Art Gallery exhibition brought to light the synergy between art, wealth, and gender inclusivity. She stated: "We see art as more than just an aesthetic experience; it is an investment class, a cultural asset, and a reflection of societal values. Through […]
