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DR Congo Doubles Soldiers’ Pay

DR Congo Doubles Soldiers’ Pay

Kinshasa — The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially announced a significant increase in the salaries of its armed forces and national police, in a move widely seen as a response to mounting pressure over corruption in the security sector and wides

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‘NRM Leaders Turning into Mercenaries" Opondo Criticizes Mass Transportation of Voters in Kawempe

‘NRM Leaders Turning into Mercenaries" Opondo Criticizes Mass Transportation of Voters in Kawempe

In a statement, Ofwono Opondo, a well-known political commentator, sharply criticized the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for allegedly ferrying people to Kawempe as part of their campaign efforts.According to

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Ugandans React After Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traore Makes Education Free For All Citizens

Ugandans React After Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traore Makes Education Free For All Citizens

Burkina Faso's recent pronouncement of free education for all citizens, plus the provision of free textbooks for primary school children, ha

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“The EC Announced Nalukoola by Mistake.” Loser of Kawempe Election, Faridah Nambi Reveals

“The EC Announced Nalukoola by Mistake.” Loser of Kawempe Election, Faridah Nambi Reveals

Faridah Nambi, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer in the Kawempe North by-election, has alleged that the Electoral Commission (EC) declared her opponent, Nalukoola Luyimbazi, as the winner by mistake.

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South Sudan: 21 Civilians Killed in Nasir Airstrike.

South Sudan: 21 Civilians Killed in Nasir Airstrike.

At least 21 civilians, including two women and two children, were killed in an aerial bombardment in Nasir town, Upper Nile state, on Sunday night, local officials and residents told Radio Tamazuj. One survivor remains in critical condition.Witnesses accused the South Sudan People’s

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Rwanda and Belgium Cut Diplomatic Ties, Expel Each Other’s Diplomats

Rwanda and Belgium Cut Diplomatic Ties, Expel Each Other’s Diplomats

Kigali/Brussels – March 18, 2025 – Rwanda and Belgium have officially severed diplomatic relations, marking a major escalation in their already tense relationship over the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).In a statement issued today, the Government of Rwanda a

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Elias Nalukoola’s Victory Under Siege—NRM’s Faridah Nambi Launches Legal Fight

Elias Nalukoola’s Victory Under Siege—NRM’s Faridah Nambi Launches Legal Fight

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially announced its decision to challenge the outcome of the recently concluded Kawempe North by-election.The party’s candidate, Faridah Nambi, is set to fi

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M7 Suffer Major Blow as his Effort to Win Election Takes Heated Twist With New Candidate In the Race

M7 Suffer Major Blow as his Effort to Win Election Takes Heated Twist With New Candidate In the Race

President Yoweri Museveni's re-election efforts have hit a major hurdle after Democratic Alliance (DA) National Coordinator Mathias Mpuuga unveiled a team of regional coordinators to convert ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) supporters to the opposition.

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Guinness World Record Breaker Maama D Set to Oust Ssemujju for Kira MP Seat in 2026

Guinness World Record Breaker Maama D Set to Oust Ssemujju for Kira MP Seat in 2026

Dorcus Bashema Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, gained international recognition after setting a Guinness World Record for the longest individual cooking marathon.On December 23, 2023, she started her non-stop c

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Museveni Orders Criminal Investigation Into Kawempe North By-Election

Museveni Orders Criminal Investigation Into Kawempe North By-Election

Kampala, Uganda – President Museveni has announced a “criminal and electoral investigation” into the Kawempe North by-election, citing reports of ballot stuffing, destruction of ballot boxes, voter intimidation, and illegal campaigning at polling stations.

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