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‘We’re aware the boda market is built on trust’

‘We’re aware the boda market is built on trust’

Imagine you’re running an asset financing business in Europe and think, “Why not give East Africa a shot?” So you do the research, find the market, and discover real potential.  That’s how Mogo Uganda, an asset-financing tech company, landed in Kampala.  The

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Vuni, Kaluusimann and the tales of adventure bikers

Vuni, Kaluusimann and the tales of adventure bikers

Yes, you have seen the big, monstrous BMW 1200cc and 1250cc bikes at a place near you. Talk about adventure bikes and the first person many people will remind you of is Jacob Oulanyah, the late speaker of Parliament, who, in his short time on two wheels, used his face value to promote the bi

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Trump in phone call advises Putin not to escalate in Ukraine

Trump in phone call advises Putin not to escalate in Ukraine

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and advised him not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source familiar with the conversation told Reuters on Sunday, as President Joe Biden plans to urge Trump not to abandon Kyiv. Trump and Putin spoke in recent d

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Raid on Parliament again raises questions about Uganda’s democracy

Raid on Parliament again raises questions about Uganda’s democracy

A section of journalists accredited to cover Parliament were denied access to the premises while those who were allowed access were locked up in the basement of the building. On Wednesday, chaotic scenes similar to those that played out at Parliament before the commencement of the debate

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Police probe fire inside historic Catholic church in Uganda

Police probe fire inside historic Catholic church in Uganda

Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango has revealed that police are investigating a case of attempted arson in the fire that burnt part of Kigungu Mapeera Catholic Sub Parish on Thursday night. “We are submitting samples we took to the forensic laboratory in Naguru [K

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Fusing African beats with street, hip hop and breakdance

Fusing African beats with street, hip hop and breakdance

For years, dancer and choreographer Lillian Maximillian Nabaggala has been deliberate about works either celebrating diversity or advocacy. Her latest take as a theatre dance director, Moving Murals, is no exception. Produced by Batalo East, choreographed by Elvis Elasu, and performed by

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UHOA appeals for more funding, apprenticeship programmes as UHTTI graduates 459

UHOA appeals for more funding, apprenticeship programmes as UHTTI graduates 459

The Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association (UHOA) has appealed for more funding and apprenticeship programmes to develop the country’s capacity in the hospitality industry. The call was made by the Chairlady of UHOA, Ms Susan Muhwezi, in a speech read for her by UHOA Executive Director, Ms

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Why corporate boxing could be a game changer

Why corporate boxing could be a game changer

Imagine Bebe Cool in the blue corner, his Silent Majority shouting Big Size, with Kasepiki, Bogolako blaring through the roof of Lugogo Indoor Arena. And in the red corner, Bobi Wine, his army donning red tops and t-shirts with slogans taunting anyone suspected of disrespecting the Princi

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Nakawa East: Who will be Balimwezo’s rival?

Nakawa East: Who will be Balimwezo’s rival?

When the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government gerrymanders constituencies, the official explanation given is that such a move is intended to bring services closer to the people and ensure fair distribution of resources among Ugandans.  The same explanation was given wh

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I expect Zaake to apologise to me- MP Akol

I expect Zaake to apologise to me- MP Akol

Kilak North MP Anthony Akol has spoken out about circumstances under which he punched his Mityana Municipality counterpart, Francis Zaake during Wednesday plenary session moments before the passing of the controversial Coffee Bill, 2024. Mr Akol (FDC) punched Mr Zaake (NUP) several times

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