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FUFA orders Disan Galiwango to pay Express FC Ugx25M

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Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has ordered new Vipers SC defender Disan Galiwango to pay Shs 25,000,000 to his former club.

Express contested the left-back’s move to the Venoms on a four-year deal claiming he still had a contract with them.

Galiwango has been ordered to refund the Shs15M he had been paid as sign-on fees and compensate the club for breach of contract amounting Shs 10,000,000.

“The player, Dissan Galiwango is ordered to refund the USh15,000,000 he received from Express FC in November 2019,” the FUFA resolution chamber made the judgement on September 2nd.

“Dissan Galiwango is ordered to pay compensation for breach of his obligations vis-à-vis the club, Express FC under the preliminary contract/pre-contract in the amount of USh10,000,000.

“Dissan Galiwango shall not be issued a player’s licence until the total amount of USh25,000,000 is fully paid to Express FC. Express FC to avail the account number on which the amounts shall be deposited.”

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Dr. Akinwumi Adesina swears in as the President of African Development Bank

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Dr. Akinwumi Adesina

Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has been sworn in as the President of African Development Bank (ADB) Group following a historic re-election last week.

The swearing-in ceremony, which took place at the Bank’s Abidjan headquarters was presided over by the newly appointed Chair of the Board of Governors, Ghanaian Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta, who administered the Oath Office.

Several presidents attended the virtual ceremony live and sent messages of support. They included Paul Kagame of Rwanda, the president of Liberia, George Weah, Alpha Conde of Guinea,  Guinea Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and Denis Sassou Nguesso of Republic of the Congo. Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Vice President Atiku Abubakar were also present.

Ofori-Atta was assisted by the past Board of Governors Chair, Ivorian Planning Minister Niale Kaba, and the Bank’s Secretary General Vincent Nmehielle who read the resolution of the Board confirming Adesina’s election.

On 27 August 2020, Governors of the 54 African regional member countries and 27 non-regional member countries of the African Development Bank Group unanimously voted in the eighth President for a second five-year term on the final day of the 2020 Annual Meetings.

Ofori-Atta said he had no doubt that Africa’s premier development bank had secured the right leadership.

“We need to continue to steer and direct the Bank’s efforts to setting global standards of excellence, integrity, commitment to service and responsiveness to the challenges of the continent,” he said.

“You earned a new mandate in a most historic fashion,” he told Adesina.

Adesina’s first five-year term in office focused on the bold new agenda for the Bank Group based on five development priorities known as the High 5s: Light up and Power Africa; Feed Africa; Industrialize Africa; Integrate Africa; and Improve the Quality of Life for the People of Africa.

“Today, that ambition was being achieved,” Adesina stated, adding that 18 million Africans had gained access to electricity, 15 million had benefited from investor finance, 60 million enjoyed new access to water, 141 million people had improved agricultural technologies for food and 101 million people had access to improved transport from infrastructure.

“We have collectively charted a new path for Africa…We have achieved collectively impressive results,” Adesina said.

Going forward in his new term, he would focus on building on the collective achievements and a stronger and more resilient African Bank Group. “Our focus will be on institutions, people, delivery and sustainability. Together we win for Africa,” Adesina said.

“Yet again, let us move forward, driven by the power of our mission, inspired by the primacy of our vision and emboldened by the strength of our togetherness,” Adesina said.

Representatives of the Nigerian and Côte d’Ivoire governments as well as Bank Executive Directors and senior management also attended the ceremony.

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Covid-19: Museveni re-opens institutions for final year students

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President Yoweri Museveni

President Yoweri Museveni has allowed the re-opening of institutions with students in the final year taking health related courses.

The re-opening of the teaching institutions follows president Museveni’s directives to close in March. The closure peddled at curbing the spread of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic.

Museveni’s directives to re-open is aimed at enabling students to complete their studies and fill the human resource gaps that the health sector is likely to face.

According to a statement released by the executive director of National council for Higher education, Prof Mary Okwakol, the group of finalists include students undertaking training at bachelor level in medicine, surgery, Nursing, midwife, dental surgery, pharmacy and Allied medical professionals.

“The others are finalist postgraduate students on health related programs, postgraduate students who are already qualified and health practioners and finalists undertaking training at diploma level in different disciplines.” reads in part of the statement.

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Court of Appeal: Tabliq leader Sheikh Kamoga set free

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The Court of Appeal has quashed the life imprisonment term that was handed to Tabliq leader Sheikh Muhammad Yunus Kamoga and his co-accused.

In August 2017, a panel of three-judge Judges of the International Crimes Division of the High Court led by Ezekiel Muhanguzi, Jane Kiggundu and Percy Tuhaise, sentenced Sheikh Kamoga and five others to life imprisonment in jail on charges of terrorism and murder of prominent Muslim clerics in Uganda.

Kamoga was convicted along with Sheikh Siraje Kawooya, Sheikh Murta Mudde Bukenya, Sheikh Fahad Kalungi, Sheikh Abdu Salaam Ssekayanja and Sheikh Yusuf Kakande.

Sheikh Siraje Kawooya, Sheikh Murta Mudde Bukenya, Fahad Kalungi, and Kamoga were sentenced to life imprisonment while Yusuf Kakande and Abdul Salam Sekayanja were sentenced to 30 year.

Prosecution averred that between December 2014 and June 2015, the accused conspired with others to murder Sheikh Mustafa Bahiga and Sheikh Hassan Kirya, and also attempted to attack Prince Kassim Nakibinge, Haruna Jjemba, Swidiq Ndaula, Haji Ssonko and Mahmoud Kibate.

Upon sentencing them, the Sheikhs through their lawyers petitioned the court of appeal protesting the lower court’s decision. In tandem Kamoga applied for bail however his applications were blocked due to the nature of the offences which he allegedly committed.

In a court ruling made by a panel of three Justices of the Court of Appeal led by Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny Dollo, delivered by the Court registrar Mary Bibirya, prosecution had no evidence pinning Kamoga and his co-accused.

“Prosecution had not proved this case beyond a reasonable doubt because acts of terrorism must have an ingredient of indiscriminateness in them which they have not found in this case.” They ruled

“Prosecution failed to avail witnesses who participated in the meetings which led to the gruesome gun down of the Sheikh Mustafa Bahiga and Sheikh Hassan Kirya and attempt on Prince Kassim Nakibinge life,” reads in part of the ruling.

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Killer of IHK nurse gets 17 years in prison

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Geoffery Serugo
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The killer of International Hospital Kampala (IHK) Midwife, Simon Shimanya has been sentenced to 17 years in prison.

Kimanya was sentenced by the Nabweru Chief Magistrate Patricia Amoko. Viola Kakai, 32 years and a mother of three children was hacked to death following a domestic brawl on 1st August, 2020. Reports indicated that Kakai’s children witnessed her being hacked using an axe.

It is averred that the elder daughter pleaded with him but he could not manage his anger. She moved out and called the neighbors to intervene and found her lying in a pool of blood.

The convict was arrested by Police detectives attached to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit. He was arrested from Wanyakala, Isingiro district where he has been in hiding after allegedly murdering his wife.

In her ruling, the magistrate said that the degree of injury and the weapon used in killing the deceased in front of her children was threatening. No child or person should witness the killing of their mother by their father

“Court had considered the fact that the children had already lost one parent and needed someone to comfort them therefore you are sentenced to 17 years in prison,” she ruled.

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Standard Chartered Bank: Africa and Middle East remains Europe’s target for international expansion strategies

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Geoffery Serugo
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New research conducted by Standard Chartered Bank reveals that Africa and the Middle East remain Europe’s target for international expansion strategies.

The survey, which delves into CFOs’ and treasurers’ ambitions, concerns and goals reflected how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped many organisations’ operating and strategic priorities. Over half (51%) were worried about its impact on growth outside the home region.

While corporations in Europe and the Americas are prioritising their home regions of Europe (84%) and North America (74%) as a source of growth, Asia Pacific (55%) remains a target for their international expansion strategies. Other regions of interest include Latin America (38%), Middle East (32%) and Africa (17%).

This was also indicative in how the top liquidity management challenges identified was supply chain failure.

The most significant perceived challenge to expansion is the ability to understand and comply with local regulations, and technology companies were most concerned compared to other sectors.

When it comes down to financing international growth, Equity Capital Markets (76%)* were the preferred choice of funding. Alternatively, 44% of respondents from the Americas were inclined to use cash from across the business for funding, compared with 39% amongst Europeans. Likewise, use of venture capital, such as private placements, was more common, with a more established private placement market in the United States than Europe.

Almost one-third (32%) of respondents noted that their top supply chain priority was to diversify their supplier base beyond their home market. This was followed closely with the need to digitise trade (28%). The lowest priority noted within the trade and supply chain priorities outside the home market was environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria and sustainability issues. Only two percent nominated it as their top supply chain priority, and 18% identified it within their top three priorities. This could be down view that responsibilities for ESG lie elsewhere in the organisation, or that ESG and sustainability objectives are inherent in the business culture.

Tracy Clarke, Regional CEO of Europe and Americas, Standard Chartered Bank, said: “During what is a challenging time for corporations all over the world, expansion into new markets remains a key way for corporations of all sizes and industries to diversify and grow their business, both through new customer and supplier relationships.

“This research has shown, by exploring ambitions, concerns and priorities, how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped plans for today and the future, and with it, the knock-on impacts for liquidity, trade and even digitisation. What is clear though is that significant opportunities remain.”

Mike Vrontamitis, Head of Trade for Europe and Americas, Standard Chartered Bank, said: “International trade is a cornerstone of companies expanding their client base and increasing the resilience of their supply chains by diversifying outside of their home market creating prosperity and jobs.

“In a world where resilience is more important than ever companies are focusing on managing foreign exchange volatility as well as digitisation and vertical integration of their supply chains.  It is no surprise given the increased geopolitical tensions that companies are also highlighting the need for local advice from experts.  It is disappointing to see how few companies have ESG issues as a top priority given the opportunity of a ‘green’ recovery.”

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Rugby sevens boosted by preparation investment ahead of Olympic Games

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Uganda rugby 7s in action in 2018 USA tournament

World Rugby has announced details of a rugby sevens investment strategy to optimise the sport’s preparation for, and participation at, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, now scheduled for July 2021.

In a significant boost to unions and players, the international federation is making a dedicated initial investment of US$2.5 million to support Olympic qualified national unions prepare for sevens’ biggest single global event, the Olympics.

World Rugby says with all sports impacted by the global COVID-19 pandemic and the Olympic Games postponed by 12 months, the commitment is being made with the welcome support of an advancement of International Olympic Committee payments to International Federations and National Olympic Committees.

Each union that has qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Games will be able to apply to World Rugby for funding which can be directed towards rugby sevens squad training camps, competition support, technical and sports science and medical programmes.

The news of the funding boost comes as collaborative contingency planning for the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2021 continues to progress with ongoing reviews into the delivery of the remaining 2021 men’s and women’s Series events and preparations towards a safe, secure and impactful return to action in line with World Rugby’s COVID-19 return to play protocols.

Uganda qualified for the event having finished second at the Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens in Johannesburg in November 2019. However, per now all sporting activities in the country continue to wait hopefully for the presidential lockdown on sports to be lifted so that the players return to full training.

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Bamugemereire land probe quashed

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Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire whose parts of the report was quashed.

It was unconstitutional for Bamugemereire land probe to order for detention of businessman Abid

The Constitutional Court has ruled that land probe that was headed by Justice Catherine Bamugemereire, was wrong to order for the arrest and detention of city businessman, Abid Alam when he had appeared before it to inquire about his over 10,000 acres of land in Mubende District.
In a 4:1 majority decision of the Nakasero-based court, the justices held that the move to cause his arrest violated his right to a fair hearing, own land among other constitutional breaches.

City lawyer Fred Muwema who represented businessman Abid Alam (petitioner) filed the case in the Constitutional Court challenging Justice Bamugemereire actions.

“The act of the land commission of inquiry in directing or ordering the arrest of the 1st petitioner (Abid Alam) on account of his violation of mediation settlement initiated and endorsed by the land commission, violated the plaintiff’s right to land, liberty and fair hearing,” ruled justice Barishaki in his lead decision today.
In his petition, the businessman had claimed that he is the proprietor of approximately 10,000 acres of land in Mubende District.
He adds that he acquired the said land between 2001 and 2004 and had fully developed it with suitable infrastructure for commercial farming.

The businessman went on to contend that on December 8, 2016, the land probe was instituted by the President and in 2017, the same commission conducted a public hearing on his land which saw many complaints raised by ex-world war servise men, claiming to have interest on his chunks of land.

“The commission of inquiry gave a directive for preservation of the status quo in regard to the 2nd petitioner’s land as it conducts a mediation between the warring parties,” Mr Abid stated in his petition
Adding:”On November 7, 2017, the commission of inquiry issued a warrant of arrest of the 1st petitioner (Mr Abid). When the 1st petitioner appeared before the commission, he was arrested and detained at Wandegeya Police Station on the orders of the commission. He was detained from 11am to 11pm when he was released upon his undertaking not to interfer with the status quo of the 2nd petitioner’s land.”

Further, the justices held that the acts of the commission of exercising judicial power by issuing orders preserving the status quo on Mr Abid’s land run by Mityana Farm Group Enterprise Ltd, were unconstitutional as they contravened Articles 2 (2)& 126 (1) of the constitution.
The other justices who concurred with justice Cheborion were Egonda Ntende, Owiny Dollo, Kenneth Kakuru while Justice Christopher Izama Madrama differed but agreed on certain issues.

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NUP cautions defectors on joining the party with ill motives

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Ronard Shabomwe
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Joel and other NUP members briefing journalist recently.

The National Unity Platform NUP has again warned its new members against their personal intentions far from the struggle.

Recently the party president as well as the presidential party flag bear Robert Kyagulanyi said that a number of people are being planted in them with other intentions of causing disorganization among them.

Bobi Wine’s comments came after the sacking of DP stalwart Samuel Walter Lubega Mukaku as the Vice-Chairperson of the Electoral Management Committee of NUP for allegedly promoting DP interests.

Speaking to a new group of members who have crossed from NRM mostly from Eastern region districts at the party headquarters in Kamwokya Kampala, Joel Senyonyi, the NUP spokesperson says, many people have joined with the aim of showing off to President Museveni to buy them back in NRM.

People who have joined NUP include; pastors like David Ojambo, Julious Nyerere, Soucepata Wamike, Kenneth Mugabane, Richard Muhumuza, Kato Steven and Andrew Muwanguzi, all from eastern part of Uganda among other many people.

Ssenyonyi reiterated that while other people are joining them with good and clear intentions, some people are coming with ulterior motives.

He warned new members to desist from being manipulated by the ruling NRM party but committing to NUP.

Yesterday, after weeks of hurling insults at leaders and supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP), political commentator, Basajja Mivule closed and joined the ruling NRM after spending only 27days in NUP

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URA FC appoints Henry Mayeku as the Chief Executive Officer

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URA Football Club has announced the appointment of Henry Mayeku as the new club’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The URA FC interview panel sat on the 31st August 2020 and appointed Henry Mayeku as the new CEO replacing Ivan Kakembo who left the position last season.

The previously URA FC Secretary General (2011-2016) has been given a one-year renewable contract effective 1st September 2020 after a rigorous recruitment process.

“We warmly welcome Henry and believe that he has the necessary experience to lead the club to greater heights.” URA FC wrote in a statement.

“URA FC is a club everyone would dream to work with. I am so happy to come back and associate with a place I call home. I promise to bring professionalism, experience and interpersonal skills which I believe will take back URA FC to the top where it’s supposed to be.” Henry Mayeku said after receiving the news of his appointment.

URA FC, coached by Sam Ssimbwa finished fifth with 40 points behind Vipers, KCCA FC, SC Villa and Busoga United when the league was ended due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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