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Find me home if you want- Nantaba to Police CID

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Geoffery Serugo
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AT WAR: ICT State Minister Aida Nantaba Erios

State Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Aida Nantaba, has instructed Directorate of Criminal Investigation (CID) to find her at home and record a statement over extrajudicial killing of Ronald Ssebulime.

Nantaba was on Thursday summoned to appear before the directorate, however she did not show up nor communicate. She is a key witness in the murder of Mr Ssebuline whom she reported to Naggalama police station as an assassin who was trailing her.

In a letter addressed to the Director Criminal Investigation at police CID, replying police summons, Nantaba said she was unable to report in person having been directed by the president to confine within her premises until himself instructs otherwise.

“In such circumstances, am constrained to travel to Kibuli CID Headquarters an you requested. But you may in the meantime consider visiting my premises to record the require statement,” reads in part of ministers letter.

Nantaba’s reply to police.

On Wednesday, Police Spokesman Fred Enanga confirmed that Sebulime was illegally killed after days of denying that the accusations. Enanga said police patrol in the area told lies.

Ssebulime was killed on his way to visit his children at school in Kabimbiri, Mukono district. It is averred that the Nantaba suspected him to be an assassin after he made a sudden u turn at Ssinda village, and asked the women who always sell food to Nantaba for direction before turning back on Kampala road.

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Rugby: Date for the first leg of 2019 Elgon Cup announced

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Our Reporter
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Elgon cup - annual match between Uganda-Kenya

The Uganda Rugby Union and the Kenya Rugby Union have launched the 2019 Elgon Cup.

The Elgon Cup is an annual Rugby tournament between the Kenyan and Ugandan senior men’s 15’s team that has been happening for many years.

Over the past three years, the first leg has been taking place in Uganda owing to Kenya hosting the Rugby Africa (Gold Cup) later in the year hence acting as the return leg.

For the first time in three years, Kenya will host the first leg of the 2019 Elgon Cup on Saturday, June 22nd 2019 in Kisumu City.

Uganda will host the return leg but await the decision of Rugby Africa on where the Gold Cup games will be played. If and or/when Uganda plays Kenya in the Gold Cup in Uganda, it will double as the second leg.

The Uganda Rugby Union expects a word for Rugby Africa on dates and venues within a fortnight and will updates accordingly. This was all confirmed in a press statement from the Uganda Rugby Union.

Last year, the Kenya Simbas won the Elgon Cup 72-38 on aggregate. 34-16 at Legends, Kampala in the first leg and 38-22 in Nairobi.

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Oulanyah to Ministers: It is unfortunate that am not the president, I would have sacked a few of you

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Geoffery Serugo
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RIP: Jacob Oulanyah

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oulanyah, has scoffed at Minister of worker Monica Ntege Azuba’s negligence for failure to scrutinize documents before tabling them for discussion and consideration in parliament.

This is after Works Minister presented the certificates of shareholding and incorporation indicating that government has less than one per cent of the shares in the company as unrevealed individuals own over 99 per cent of the shares.

The minister wanted parliament to approve Shs280 billion in supplementary budget for 2018/19 for operationalize the aircraft. US $41.55 million is required for delivery of the first aircraft and the second in March 2019.

In a plenary chaired by Deputy Speaker Oulanyah, the supplementary budget was approved after the minister’s apology and retraction of her statement saying government is owns 100 per cent shares in the fourth coming Uganda national airlines asserting that there was an error in the registration process and issues surrounding the shareholding of the Airlines.

“Members, Let us admit that there have been gross errors. From the Speaker’s chair, you wonder if there is a government and there are people thinking ahead. We wouldn’t be in this situation. It is unfortunate that I am not the president, I would have sacked a few” oulanyah said.

Kasilo County MP, Elijah Okupa however demand for disciplinary proceedings against the Works Minister Ntege Azuba for her errors in the registration process and issues surrounding the shareholding of Airlines.

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Museveni visits Kadaga amid reports of being airlifted to Spain over kidney related illness

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Our Reporter
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President Museveni arrives at Aga Khan hospital to check on Speaker Kadaga.

President Museveni has reportedly paid a courtesy visit to the ailing Speaker, Rebecca Kadaga is currently admitted at Agha Khan hospital.

Museveni is in Kenya for three days visit on invitation of President Kenyatta to discuss bilateral issues pertaining the two east African countries (EAC).

“I visited Mzee Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi and our Speaker Rebecca Kadaga, who are in hospital. I wish them a speedy recovery,” Mr. Museveni said in a statement publish on his social media page.

Speaker was admitted to the Nairobi health facility on 22 march from Kampala international hospital where she previously received medication over fatigue related illness attained from hectic working tour in morocco and USA.

“Due to hectic work schedule, fatigue and jet lag, she had to admitted, we hope her privacy will be respected during this period,” reads in part of the statement released by parliament’s press secretary Sam Obbo who adding that the decision was made basing on doctors’ advice.

According to sources affiliated to Kadaga, has been flown to Spain over effects on her spinal cord that may in turn require a transplant

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Ugandan Athletes in Denmark for 2019 IAAF World Cross Country Championships

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Our Reporter
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Ugandan Athletes

The Ugandan athletes are in Aarhus, Denmark ahead of the 2019 International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Cross Championship.

Commonwealth double gold medalist Joshua Cheptegei, Joshua Kiplimo and Stella Chesang are some of the athletes that will represent Uganda in the one day event.

Over 500 elite runners from 67 teams will descend on Denmark for the global event scheduled to take place on Saturday, 30th March.

More than 300 athletes (171 men, 139 women) are entered for the individual senior races, while more than 200 (121 men, 111 women) will be in action in the U20 races. Ten teams have been entered for the mixed relay.

There will be five races to be contested; senior men (10km), senior women (10km), mixed relay, U20 men (8km), U20 women (6km).

This will be the 43rd edition of the event that is held every two years. The previous edition was hosted at Kololo Airstrip in Kampala, Uganda in 2017.

Uganda team in Denmark;

Women (Junior) – 6km: Sarah Chelangat, Annet Chesang, Esther Yeko Chekwemoi, Rebecca Chelangat, Leah Chelangat

Women (Senior) – 10km: Stella Chesang, Rachael Zena Chebet, Esther Chebet, Doreen Chesang, Juliet Chekwel, Peruth Chemutai

Men (Junior) – 8km: Hosea Kiplagat, Dan Chebet, Job Matthew Chekwurui, Samuel Kibet, Oscar Chelimo, Dennis Cherotich

Men (Senior) – 10km: Jacob Kiplimo, Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei, Thomas Ayieko, Joel Ayeko, Kortex Maxwell Rotich, Daniel Kiprop, Ronald Musagala

Mixed Relays: Dorcus Ajok, Slyvia Chelangat.

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IAA moves to provide comprehensive medical schemes in Uganda

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Geoffery Serugo
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Herbert Mukoza

A health managing organisation, International air Ambulance (IAA) has revived its bid to provide comprehensive medical schemes to suit clients’ needs both in public and private sector in Uganda.

The schemes are serviced at international medical group that integrates international hospital Kampala (IHK), International medical center (IMCs), international medical foundation (IMF), International diagnostic centre (IDC) and Clerk University (CU).

The insurance scheme covers present and future employees of any given organisation and their legal dependents. The minimum age of entry is at birth that is 37 weeks and the maximum for principal members and spouses who have attained the age of 69 years. The maximum age of entry for children stands at 18 years and members are free to remain on the scheme till 65 years.

According to Herbert Mukoza, the general manager of IAA, the insurance company moves on to enable employees in various companies to have access to an integrated healthcare system as they benefit from the insurer’s synergies.

“With over 17 years in Uganda. We have developed the largest network of health care providers and facilities in the country. Our scheme is serviced by our own hospital IHK and 16 IMC clinic network strategically spread across the country and 180 affiliate clinics and hospitals,” he said at an annual meeting of IAA.

He said taking up IAA healthcare insurance means a countrywide access to high quality services thus you are buying more than just health care insurance but also you access specialist doctors with the expertise to handle any health complications.

The insurer has however vowed partner with people and initiate work place wellness programs to enable them attain a greater productivity for reduction in workplace related ill health and injuries to ensure a healthier environment.

Conversely, Mr. Andre Ackerman, the chief executive officer of the international medical group, the parent of IAA said their motive is to provide the best healthcare services and to always stay at the fore front of bringing medical technology and expertise to their areas of operation.

He noted that IMG continues to strive for affordable healthcare throughout their facilities to improve on the health sector and expand their clinics to and bearing the national footprint and taking health care to the community.

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Eddy Kenzo to feature in Chris Brown’s music video

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Our Reporter
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Eddy Kenzo and Chris Brown

Top Ugandan Musician Eddy Musuuza commonly known as Eddy Kenzo has been selected by American Pop Star and RnB singer Chris Brown to feature in the video of his new song titled “Back to Love.”

In the video, Kenzo will feature with the Ghetto’s dance crew, a Ugandan dance group commonly known as the Triplets Ghetto Kids.

Since the Ghetto Kids breakthrough on the international scene after the huge contribution on the Sitya Loss video, they have featured and performed in French Montana ‘Unforgettable’ video and at the 2017 BET Awards among others.

Eddy Kenzo shared a screenshot of the mail sent to him from Chris Brown Management with the caption;

“Okusinzira e’mbera mwenazalibwa n’emwenakulira it’s very hard to believe naye mukama antuuziza nabarangira ate nga bebanonya I remember when started dance music media yanvumanyo mbu ndi dancer bra bra bra kumbe byebigenda okukyusa face ya music wensi yafe.

“Our industry is known everywhere right now because of kenzo style #happymusic. All artists wana collaborate with us now. We receive alot of emails from European artists, American, South America, Caribbean, French Africa, Anglophone Africa, Latin America, kwegamba everywhere appreciating our works. Kale nze Ani musuuza wabwe Family yafe yefe abali abanaku abasembayo mu community yabanaku.

“Oh My God! Munsonyiwe okubagamba nga story yange most of the times but I believe story yange might help someone out there n’emugumya oba nekyusa life ye. Kale Bantu bange with GOD everything is possible.

“Work hard believe achieve. #Godfirst Chris Brown Kati bebatunonya mungu mugaga.”

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Another DFCU Bank Director resigns

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Our Reporter
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Dr. Winifred Tarinyeba Kiryabwire, who has been a director on the board of Dfcu bank has resigned and left the board of the bank.


According to an internal memo, Dr. Winifred resigns due to commitments she is due to undertake in another entity. She has been a non-Executive Director since September 2013.
“The Board of directors of Dfcu (the company) informs its shareholders and general public of the resignation of Dr. Winifred Tarinyeba Kiryabwire as a director in the company with effect from the 27th March 2019.


“Dr. Winifred Tarinyeba Kiryabwire joined and has diligently served the since September 2013 as a non-Executive director. She resigns due to commitments she is due to undertake in another entity. The Board takes this opportunity to appreciate the commitment and invaluable contribution made by Dr. Winifred during her tenure and wishes her the very best in her future endeavors.”


The Board is in the process of nominating another Director to fill the casual vacancy and will present the Director to the shareholders for approval at the next Annual General Meeting.

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Set up a trust fund for Ssebulime’s children – Bebe Cool tells Nantaba

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Our Reporter
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Musician Moses Ssali commonly known as Bebe Cool has advised the State Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Aidah Nantaba to go and apologize to the family of the late Ronald Ssebulime.


Ssebulime was shot dead in Kayunga last Sunday on his way to visit his children at school in Kabimbiri on allegations that he was trailing Nantaba to assassinate her.
Part of the singer’s social media post reads, “Morning fam, Hon Nantaba pliz whereas one may understand your security concerns, it would be wise you go and apologise to the family of the late Sebulime because your ego led to the killing of an innocent man and a single father.”
He also added that Nantaba should sit with Police and set up a fund for the children of Ssebulime.


“Sit down with UGANDA police and set up a trust fund for his children’s education and well-being. Your story will make more sense when you show remorse.” He added
Police through its mouthpiece Fred Enanga this week acknowledged that Ssebulime was illegally killed and went on to apologize for the earlier denials, adding that the police patrol in the area had told their superior lies.


Ssebulime was laid to rest on Monday. His wife died in 2013 and has left four children.
In a recorded voice call discussion between the policeman that shot Ssebulime and Nantaba which Eagle Online obtained, he says he was deployed by the DPC of Naggalama police station and killed Ssebulime to save the minister’s life.

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Dfcu Bank’s 2018 profit falls by 51.6% amidst falling deposits and incomes

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Our Reporter
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Dfcu Bank headquarters in Kampala.

Dfcu bank has posted its 2018 profits indicating a sharp fall from its 2017 results.

The results indicate a decline in the deposits, the bank registered 0.4 per cent decline from Shs1.987 trillion registered in 2017 to Shs11.979 trillion in 2018.

Liquidity squeeze curtails lending; lending grows by a mere 4 per cent from Shs1.334 trillion to Shs1.393 trillion in 2018.
The bank also registered assets decline by 4.6 per cent from Shs3 trillion to Shs2.88 trillion and as a result, Dfcu in 2018 experienced a 21 per cent decline in income from Shs519.8 billion to Shs410.6 billion.

The net profit dropped by 51.6 per cent from Shs127.6 billion to Shs61.7 billion
With the poor posted in 2018, shareholders expected to take a 51.6 per cent fall in dividends as the money set aside for dividends reduces by 51.6 per cent from Shs51 billion to Shs24.7 billion.
Dfcu 2018 Results (1)
This is further a pain for Dfcu shareholders who have seen the value of their shares fall by 28.8 per cent from Shs970 on July 17, 2018 to the current Shs670 billion by closed of trading yesterday, March 27, 2019. And as a result, shareholders lost wealth, worth Shs212.9 billion.

This meager performance does not foretell well for shareholders of Dfcu stock as it could trigger a further fire sale of existing shares. Sudden supply of Dfcu shares on the market could trigger further price cuts.

Investment advisors and brokers, Crested Capital- had earlier warned that the Dfcu’s onetime windfall registered in 2017, as a result of Crane Bank’s acquisition would wane and that earnings would normalize to pre-acquisition levels.

The poor performance are posted at the time when one of the major funders of the bank is stipulating quitting the bank and should that happen, it means that the bank could be headed for trouble.

Dfcu shareholders

Arise BV 439,176,097 58.7%
CDC Capital Partners Ltd. 74,580,276 9.97%
National Social Security Fund Uganda 65,131,853 8.71%
The Rock Creek Group LP 54,958,626 7.35%
Old Mutual Investment Group (Pty) Ltd. 14,428,700 1.93%
Russell Investment Management LLC 12,789,000 1.71%
Uganda Bank of Staff Retirement Benefit Scheme 8,924,736 1.19%
Vanderbilt University Foundation 7,359,482 0.98%
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation 7,255,064 0.97%
Jubilee Investment Co. Ltd.

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