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Month: February 2024

Michelle Obama’s Second Grammy Win: A Triumph in Audio Excellence

Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States, secured a prestigious Grammy Award for her outstanding achievement in the Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording category. This triumph marks her second Grammy win, acknowledging her audiobook titled…

Government’s Financial Strategy: Breaking Free from Ongoing Borrowing

The Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija, emphasized that the government cannot endlessly borrow to meet ongoing financial requests, some of which can be deferred, delayed, or eliminated. Addressing a pre-budget dialogue organized by the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group for the…

Vandals Apprehended: 20 Suspects in Custody for Road Furniture Damage

In a joint operation, the police and army have successfully apprehended 20 suspected vandals accused of causing damage to road furniture along the Northern bypass. The strategic operation involved the deployment of covert personnel, later reinforced by uniformed police officers…

Pia Pounds: Navigating Expectations After ‘Tupaate

Pia Pounds is addressing the high expectations her fans harbor for her to deliver another chart-topping hit, akin to the success of her single ‘Tupaate.’ Launched on September 25, 2020, ‘Tupaate’ not only dominated playlists for over a year but…

Comedian Maulana Faces Accusations of Parental Neglect Amid Ongoing Family Struggles

The renowned comedian from the Maulana and Reign duo finds himself facing accusations of neglecting three of his children, adding another chapter to the family issues that have shadowed him in the media for years. Maulana has consistently been implicated…

Late Mowzey Radio’s Father Declines Attendance at Annual Memorial Service: A Story of Disputes and Beliefs

The father of the late Mowzey Radio has made it clear that he is not inclined to attend the annual memorial service dedicated to his departed son. Every year, this commemorative event takes place at the burial site of the…

Potential Rift: Hilderman’s Remarks on Bobi Wine’s Criticism and the 34 Billion Saga

If any discord between Dr. Hilderman and his mentor, Bobi Wine, leads to potential conflict, it wouldn’t be surprising. Hilderman’s recent criticism directed at the acclaimed National Unity Platform (NUP) figure might lead to repercussions. There is a strong belief…

Kyanja Resident Remanded to Luzira Over Cyber Harassment Charges

Cox Kibedi, a 48-year-old resident of Kyanja Ring Road, has been placed in remand at Luzira until February 2, 2024, on three counts of cyber harassment. The charges stem from an alleged posting of an explicit video link on Facebook…

Tuko Pamoja (We Are One) Docuseries Celebrates Uganda’s Heroes and Unity in Diversity

Renowned Ugandan film production company, Nyati Motion Pictures, is set to release the “Tuko Pamoja” (We Are One) docuseries, which explores Uganda’s historical heroes and the theme of unity in diversity. The series, directed by Dr. Evelyn Cindy Magara and…

Ugandan Sugarcane Woes: Global Price Drop and Smuggling Impact on Local Industry

Ugandan economists and industrialists are attributing the recent decline in sugarcane prices to the global decrease in sugar prices. Major sugar factories in Uganda, including Kaliro, Lugazi, Mayuge, GM, Bugiri Sugar, and Kinyara, have announced a reduction in sugarcane prices…