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U.S offers Shs3b to improve refugee livelihoods in Isingiro and Lamwo districts

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Simon Kabayo
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The United States has awarded $800,000 (approximately three billion shillings) in grants to private companies and community-based organizations working in refugee settlements and host communities in Isingiro and Lamwo districts.

The grants will be implemented by the United States Agency for International Development’s Uthabiti Activity to improve refugee and host communities’ livelihoods, create job opportunities, improve access to financial services and provide tools to foster refugee self-reliance. 

In a competitive grant process, 11 private sector partners and 47 community-based organizations with the greatest potential to stimulate ongoing business expansion and job creation through small-scale and medium enterprises in the two refugee settlements were identified. Grants to the 11 selected private sector actors will increase access to finance, irrigation, transport, seed production, horticulture production, honey production, and grain produce aggregation in Nakivale and Palabek refugee settlements. 

The 47 selected community-based groups will receive equipment and machinery and target refugee-led businesses, Village Savings and Loan Associations groups, local artisans, farmer cooperatives, and enterprises. The equipment and machinery will expand food catering, honey processing, clothes tailoring, grain milling, oil pressing, horticulture production, and other enterprises that create jobs and generate household incomes. 

This public-private cooperation will reduce the financial risks of business expansion, support the growth of local businesses, and accelerate private sector engagement of refugees and host communities as entrepreneurs, customers, clients, and employees. 

Since 2022, the USAID Uthabiti activity has impacted over 26,000 people and supported over 3,500 people, including 2,190 refugees, in starting new livelihood activities, and helped over 1,000 micro and small enterprises to enhance their businesses. 

U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp said, “These grants help refugees in Uganda to fully participate in the formal economy by accessing life-changing business and job creation opportunities. This supports their path to self-reliance, with the goal of ending dependence on aid.”

He added, “The United States’ humanitarian funding is designed to benefit both refugees and the Ugandan communities hosting them. All of our programs include support for the surrounding Ugandan communities, ensuring local input and generating economic opportunity for both refugees and Ugandans.”

The funding comes in addition to the tens of millions of dollars the United States has already provided to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the World Food Program (WFP), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and other NGOs each year. The United States provides approximately half of all humanitarian funding in Uganda and is the largest donor of humanitarian assistance in Uganda.

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If I were The President for just one year      

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Guest Writer
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Over crowded Uganda parliament.

I am aware that good governance is an ideal which is difficult to achieve in its entirety. However, to ensure sustainable human development, actions must be taken to work towards this ideal with the aim of making it a reality, arriving at intelligence-based-decisions: my government therefore, would establish a professional lobby/syndicate group of 1000 eminent personalities drawn from public service, retired army officers, teachers, and civil society organisations that will act as a legislative refinery hence downsize the current parliament to 180 MPs.

This is because while the Administration of Parliament Act was introduced to strengthen the institution, Parliament has been eroded by shameful party loyalists and overtaken by coercive instruments (security). Uganda cannot get to the next chapter of growth if she keeps re-reading the past one (chapter). Parliament is supposed to be a good reflection of the population (society) and must have the teeth with which to bite the corrupt and corruption. This however, needs an upright, uncompromised and disciplined custodian (speaker). We have seen chaotic, yet with pockets of corrupt Parliamentarians recently.

The conclusion is that there is a crisis of confidence and the whole situation appears that Parliament and the public (owners) are both inhabited in two different universes resulting to lost faith in the institution. For anyone to boast that the National Assembly has any progressive outputs is quite a new and abstract concept. I would therefore, need 175 Mainstream Constituency representatives, one retired Army, Police, Prisons, Intelligence, and a PWD, no more affirmative action for women, youth and workers.

The paramount Interventions I intend to effect in the first 180 days of my presidency could start with governance with the process of crucial constitutional amendments as below:

  1. Expunge Article 1 that stipulates that all power belongs to the people and replace it with “ALL POWER BELONGS TO THE ALMIGHTY GOD WHO IS A CONSUMING FIRE”
  2. One is guilty until they prove themselves innocent to eliminate the current shadow boxing in glaring corruption cases. Those confirmed guilty to have their right hands cut off.
  3. Re-instate the presidential two terms limit and 70-year age limit.

IMMIGRATION/INTERNAL AFFAIRS

Like America’s President Elect, Donald Trump, I will strengthen the immigration laws to hinder undeserving strangers/foreigners from entering Uganda and unlawfully accessing jobs in the country. That would avail slightly four million jobs for ghetto youth/locals regardless of at what levels in the six (6) months.

TOURISM / ENVIRONMENT/CLIMATE CHANGE

My government is going to be very serious with planting the four (4) month timber (the magic bamboo) by law in all open spaces, in schools, barracks, rivers/stream banks and in all disaster prone mountainous regions such as Rwenzori and Elgon. Bamboo is reported to have over 16,000 benefits, this will sort out youth unemployment and redundancy. I will discourage mourning, lamenting and lip-service on the part of my cabinet (executive). This Bamboo greenery shall promote Tourism which in turn shall provide the biggest catchment area of jobs to the youth.

Uganda is endowed with the best scenery, abundant flora and fauna which my government is going to economically and structurally develop into the largest nursery bed of employment to the tune of 6 million job opportunities initially in Culture, Amusement parks, Cable cars, Cleaning services, Religious, Sports, Food, Crafts, Adventure, Imbalu Carnival and Theatre tourism.

My Government shall benchmark with two specific countries of successful tourism:

The value of conference tourism in the United Kingdom alone, has been estimated to be more than $6.5 billion (Uganda is the same size as United Kingdom).

The Seychelles Islands with rarely a quarter of Uganda’s natural resources except sand beaches enjoy a much higher standard of living than Uganda.

Because of the tourist dollar there is practically no crime in the Island.

By the year 2000, the whole Island country had about 120 prisoners mostly drug abusers (traffickers).

Corruption which seems to be the worst form of Present-day Insecurity in Uganda is almost non-existent in Seychelles.

The Seychelles whether black, white or brown live, peacefully in racial harmony.

My government is targeting to exploit and seriously fund sports, religious, cultural and entertainment tourism which actually can be the biggest home-based export for Uganda.

My government shall reconstruct and heal the environment and climate change challenges respectively using the already available human resource of Kyeyo and security guard returnees to rally the population to plant one billion other friendly tree species in strategic open spaces in all the country.

NATIONAL DEFENCE/NATIONAL SECURITY

Since the country has a Junior Command and Staff College, Senior Command and Staff College and National Defense College, the defense and security concerns of the country are well grounded in experienced hands. In the 365 days of my presidency, I will complete the cycle by establishing a War College (NDC) to finetune the back log of young intellectual Army officers to cleanse them of the current abductions, arbitrary arrests and torture of the tax payers who pay them.

During my 365 days tenure, I will link up with States and Governments in Africa and the world to start exporting retired Senior Army officers to become expatriate trainers in Army colleges and Academies. This will serve as another foreign exchange earner for my government and the country.

I shall put more money in the Chieftaincy of Engineering and Logistics of Uganda People’s Defense Forces to enable the Army to construct all central government and local government’s office structures and other infrastructure in the whole country to reduce on the evil, corrupt and unpatriotic contractors and procurement officers.

LAND/LAND PRODUCTS

Land Registry to be expunged. I will force all registry staff into early retirement and review all land titles and ownership in the whole country.

Land owners with redundant or under-utilized land shall be heavily taxed to provoke them into hard work.

This is to encourage owners to engage in public/private partnerships with either government or with investors so that land is optimally and profitably used to ensure food security and economic production and productivity.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

The established professional lobby/syndicate group of eminent persons shall make researched recommendations on how to re-institute partial autonomous Federal/Regional governments with full powers to re-institute graduated tax based on, a humane and harmonious collection legislature. A system that rewards specific Regional governments that collect the tax well and fastest by the National government. This will keep the redundant youth groups away from the evil scourge of gambling, betting and other crimes.

NAME: NABENDEH WAMOTO S.P

AGE: 67 YRS

NATIONALITY: UGANDAN

OCCUPATION: RETIRED ADMINISTRATOR

RESIDENCE: MBALE RURAL

CONTACT: +256 776658433/+256 752658433

Email: simonwamoto@yahoo.co.uk

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CFAO mobility unveils Yamaha FZN250 street bike  

By
Francisco Adongo
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CFAO Mobility Yamaha showroom.

CFAO Mobility has unveiled the Yamaha FZN250 street bike in Kampala built with a 249cc air-cooled, single-cylinder fuel-injected engine and designed for young professionals, students and city dwellers.

David Mudangi, Yamaha by CFAO Brand Manager said that the Yamaha FZN250 is a lifestyle choice for riders who value power, efficiency and style.

He added, “With its smooth yet thrilling ride, perfect for beginners and those transitioning to performance bikes, this bike is perfect for navigating city streets and beyond.”

The Yamaha FZN250 features a sleek, modern design, entry-level accessibility, versatile performance, and durability.

“We are happy to empower Ugandan riders with a bike that combines exceptional performance with affordability and ease of use,” Mr. Mudangi added.

Isaac Tegule, Marketing Manager, CFAO Mobility said, “The Yamaha FZN250 is yours at an unbeatable promotional price of Shs16 million for the first three months! Plus, enjoy the convenience of flexible asset financing options through top banks, allowing you to ride with affordable installment payments.”

CFAO Mobility is offering a special introductory price of Shs16 million for the first three months.

The company has also announced a one-year warranty or 6,000 kilometers, whichever comes first, and access to its vast after-sales network across Uganda.

As Uganda’s urban centers continue to grow, the Yamaha FZN250 is set to become a trusted ally for commuters seeking a perfect blend of performance, efficiency, style, and adventure.

Available now at CFAO Mobility Yamaha showroom on First Street, Kampala Industrial Area, and across Uganda in Namanve, Mbale, Gulu, Arua, Buliisa, Fort Portal, and Mbarara.

CFAO Mobility is part of the CFAO Group, a leading international company with operations in 46 African countries.

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AFC leads up to €2 billion syndicated facility in largest-ever global loan syndication for Nigerian lender

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Our Reporter
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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, today announced its role as Global Coordinator, Lead Co-Arranger, Underwriter, Bookrunner, and Guarantor in the successful syndication of an up to €2 billion facility for Bank of Industry (BOI), Nigeria’s largest and most impactful development finance institution. The transaction is a record global loan syndication for BOI, and marks the largest capital raise in its history, setting a new standard for developmental finance across Africa.

Proceeds of the facility will be used for general corporate purposes including to finance trade and trade related projects of eligible corporates in Nigeria. The facility was syndicated at two levels with AFC, Standard Chartered Bank, African Export-Import Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC, FirstRand Bank Limited, acting through its Rand Merchant Bank division (London Branch), Mashreqbank PSC, SMBC Bank International PLC, Absa Bank (Mauritius) Limited, Absa Bank Limited (acting through its Corporate and Investment Banking division) and Export-Import Bank of India London Branch acting as part of a senior syndicate, together raising an initial €1.43 billion. Following this, AFC led a general syndication, through which an additional €447 million was raised, bringing the total transaction to €1.9 billion, representing an oversubscription of 87%. The facility is expected to further grow to €2 billion.

This landmark global loan syndication is significant for Nigeria and BOI, as the institution was able to successfully tap the international capital market at a time when credit is scarce and prohibitively expensive. It also highlights market confidence in BOI and AFC as leading financial institutions, demonstrating the power of collaboration and innovation between African financial institutions. 

“This successful syndication is a significant milestone achievement, not only for BOI but for Africa’s financial landscape as a whole. We are proud to have played a central role in this historic global loan syndication, solidifying AFC’s position as a trusted bridge between global investors and infrastructure projects in Africa,” said Banji Fehintola, Executive Board member & Head of Financial Services at AFC. “Our sincere appreciation also goes to our Joint Coordinator and partner Standard Chartered Bank and all other banks that participated in making this transaction a huge success,” he added.

“This financing, the sixth international capital raising for BOI, is the largest fundraising in our history and the largest syndication in the history of African development finance institutions. A key constant in achieving this success is the continued support of our international funding partners, including AFC. We are grateful for the unique role that AFC played to make this transaction a success, “said Dr. Olasupo Olusi, the Managing Director of BOI.

As part of the syndication, AFC leveraged its A3 (stable outlook) investment-grade rating, recently affirmed by Moody’s, to bring together an international consortium of financial institutions. The transaction aligns with the Corporation’s mission to provide pragmatic solutions that close the continent’s infrastructure gap, accelerate industrialisation, and enhance Africa’s economic resilience against global economic challenges.

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Rot at Bank of Uganda: The Shs60b scandal related to illegal closure and sale of banks

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Our Reporter
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Dr Michael Atingi-Ego, Deputy Governor BoU. Photo-Eagle Online.

The latest scandal in which about Shs60 billion went missing at the Bank of Uganda (BoU) before some of the loot was recovered reminds Ugandans, and others in the region, and the world at large that the country’s Central Bank still has mafias within its ranks, who are keen on stealing money whether it is for the public or private sector.

The latest rot brings back memories of BoU illegally selling commercial banks from the early 1990s to January 2017, when Crane Bank was illegally sold to Dfcu bank in a bizarre transaction.

Those involved in selling commercial banks used the excuses of undercapitalisation, and bad corporate governance to close and then sell the assets of the said banks, and benefit from them financially. The banks that were unfairly closed and liquidated because BoU officials wanted to steal from them were Teefe Bank Limited, Greenland Bank Limited, Global Trust Bank Limited, International Credit Bank, National Bank of Commerce Limited, Cooperative Bank Limited, and Crane Bank Limited, with the latest and a few others lodging cases against BoU in courts of law, over unfair closure.

Those who orchestrated the illegal sale of some of the banks retired without government penalising them, or recovering the money gotten from illegal sale of the banks. They included the former Executive Director of Bank Supervision, Justine Bagyenda, the former Deputy Governor Dr. Louise Kasekende, and the former Director of Banking, Ben Sekabira.

Remember that in the sale of CBL, BoU officials claimed then that they had sunk over Shs476 billion (taxpayers’ money) in the bank in the form of liquidity support. Unfortunately, the former officials failed to account for this money, according to the Auditor General, and instead wanted the shareholders of CBL to pay back the taxpayers’ money, which they never received. Interestingly, During Abdu Katuntu’s COSASE inquiry, it was established that CBL only needed Shs50 billion to keep afloat as revealed by Sekabira, yet BoU officials who were in charge saw this as a chance to steal government money.

Remember having claimed to have sunk Shs476 billion in CBL under receivership, BoU thieves would shockingly sell the assets of CBL to Dfcu at Shs200 billion only, with the money paid in installments. Yet after acquiring CBL, Dfcu, would reap huge profits that it had never made before, or will never make in Uganda. This transaction happened just because BoU mafias wanted to steal from government, and CBL.

Further, the BoU officials had to sell banks like National Bank of Commerce, Global Trust Bank, even as their shareholders were ready to inject in more capital to boost capitalisation curves. This only shows that BoU over time has had mafias, and not senior employees, who are there to steal should any opportunity arise as we saw with the close and liquidation of the banks (Greenland Bank, International Credit Bank, and Cooperative Bank) whose assets were sold at 93 percent discount as claimed BoU officials who were in charge then.

Other mafias, especially those controlling currency at BoU have also stolen billions from Ugandans, a few years ago there was a big scandal in the currency department. Ugandans have not gotten that as the local media was awash with related stories.

There are those BoU who connive with some of the forex bureaus in Kampala to trade in the foreign currency reserves of the country. This money is disbursed in the morning, and by evening the forex bureaus have to return it to BoU, with some profit, going to the mafias at BoU.

Analysts who have been watching senior staff at BoU say there is competition between them to see who steals more money from the public and private sectors. That is why BoU is full of financial rot. These people have used the ill-gotten wealth to invest in real estate, although a few properties are in their names, while most of the wealth is in the names of relatives, and friends.

Right now, Deputy Governor Michael Atingi-Ego must be asking himself many questions, but one wonders if the rot at the Central Bank will be checked when President Museveni appoints a new Governor to succeed the late Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile, whose reign was characterised by fraud at the regulator of the local banking industry.

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Traffic Directorate enforces compliance on bus drivers without badge 

By
Simon Kabayo
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The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has issued a firm directive to all bus drivers across the country, emphasizing the mandatory possession of a driver’s badge issued by the Chief Licensing Officer at the Ministry of Works and Transport.

The reminder, delivered by SP Micheal Kananura, Public Relations Officer of the Directorate of Traffic & Road Safety is aimed at enforcing compliance with Section 42(1)(e) of The Traffic & Road Safety Act (CAP. 347). The section mandates that all bus drivers must carry the official badge to operate legally.

“The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety hereby reminds all bus drivers that possession of a driver’s badge issued by the Chief Licensing Officer, Ministry of Works and Transport, is mandatory, as stipulated in Section 42(1)(e) of The Traffic & Road Safety Act (CAP. 347),” SP Kananura stated.

Failure to comply with this requirement constitutes a serious offence. According to the Traffic & Road Safety Act, drivers operating without the badge face severe consequences.

“Failure to comply with this requirement constitutes an offence, punishable by imprisonment for a term not exceeding seven years upon conviction as stipulated in Section 42(2) of The Traffic & Road Safety Act (CAP.347),” Kananura warned.

To facilitate compliance, all bus drivers have been instructed to collect their badges from the Ministry of Works and Transport immediately. Notably, the badges are issued free of charge, eliminating any financial barriers to adherence.

SP Kananura also highlighted the deadline for compliance, urging drivers to act swiftly.

“As of Wednesday, November 4th, 2024, all bus drivers must possess a valid driver’s badge to proceed with passengers at any checkpoint.”

The Directorate has made it clear that starting on the stated date, stringent measures will be enforced at all checkpoints. Any bus driver found without the required badge will face legal action.

“Any driver found without a valid badge will be charged accordingly and taken to court,” SP Kananura emphasized, signaling the government’s zero-tolerance stance on non-compliance.

The directive is part of broader efforts by the Directorate to improve road safety and streamline public transport operations in Uganda.

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Museveni urges Ugandans to combat HIV/AIDS by avoiding prostitution and embracing discipline

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Simon Kabayo
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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has cautioned Ugandans against prostitution, saying that it’s the main cause of HIV/AIDS infections.

“You people please don’t keep playing around with this problem. Yes, the drugs are there to suppress the virus, but it’s not eliminated. But the advantage we are looking for in suppressing the virus is that when it is much suppressed, the virus doesn’t spread so much,” he advised.

The President made the remarks during the World AIDS Day commemoration held at Bukungu Primary School, Bukungu Town Council, Buyende District under the theme: “Accelerating Interventions to End HIV/AIDS by 2030”.

Currently, the HIV prevalence among sex workers in Mbarara stands at a staggering 54%, significantly higher than the national average of 33%.

“Please stop this indiscipline. All Ugandans should stop living a risky life. You hear the statistics that in the whole world there are 39 million people with the virus. People in the whole world are like 7 billion. Now out of the 39 million, 1.4 million are in Uganda that is a high figure. Why should this be the case?” he wondered.

Museveni also revealed that HIV/AIDS limits the capacity of the infected person.

“There are certain things that you cannot do when you are infected. Like in the army, we discovered that when somebody over-exerts himself with the virus, it can cause a problem. Therefore, don’t say let me get infected since the drugs are available and I will live a normal life. You will not die but you will have deducted on your capacity,” he said.

President Museveni explained that AIDS is really a problem caused by indiscipline.

“When we analyzed when it was threatening us, we found that AIDS was just from three points. Number one was prostitution, number two was blood transfusion before we checked the blood of the givers, then number three was from mother to child transmission in the womb,” he said.

“But to show that it’s not really a serious disease, when you take the mother to child transmission, even without any intervention, we found out that only 30 percent would pass from mother to child even if the mother had the virus. Initially we were worried that it was going through mosquito bites and so on. But then we found that it was not possible. So, we closed the route of blood transfusion. The one for mother to child we also closed it; because the technology which would stop transmission from mother to child became available.”

Furthermore, the President advised that when someone tests HIV positive, he/she should start taking drugs as prescribed by health practitioners so that they are able to stay alive and healthy.

“Although it’s not what I prefer for you, it’s better than dying because if you live longer, you will be able to look after your children so by the time you leave this world, they are in a better position. You can work, make a contribution and as you have heard, you are less infectious if the viral load is suppressed. Therefore, from a national point of view, it’s good because it will stop you from spreading the virus more aggressively.”

President Museveni also lauded the Ugandan researchers who are moving in the right direction to make a vaccine for HIV/AIDS.

“There are even our children who are threatening to treat AIDS completely by killing the virus. I’m going to support and fund them fully,” he said.

“As we are still struggling with the ARVs, our people have found a medicine where you take one injection every two months instead of taking tablets every day. I want to thank our scientists for really doing a good job.”

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Kizza Besigye: Police block Lukwago, Martha Karua from accessing Judiciary Headquarters

By
Geoffery Serugo
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Lukwago and Karua.

Police have blocked Dr. Kizza Besigye’s lawyers from accessing the Judiciary headquarters. The lawyers, including Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua, Eron Kizza, Kiwanuka Abdallah, and others, were seeking audience with Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo.

Journalists were also barred from entering the premises, despite the lawyers’ insistence on being accompanied by the media.

The lawyers were following up on the Constitutional Court’s ruling, which declared the trial of civilians at the General Court Martial unconstitutional.

“We were seeking an audience with the Chief Justice regarding the trial of Besigye in the General Court Martial,” Lukwago said.

“We came to see the Chief Justice to discuss matters of justice. What is happening now is similar to what occurred yesterday at the General Court Martial. We were barred and then allowed in, which paints a troubling picture of the judiciary,” Martha Karua stated.

In 2021, the Constitutional Court halted the trial of civilians in the General Court Martial, ruling that such trials violate the Ugandan Constitution. The ruling followed a petition by former Nakawa East MP Michael Kabaziguruka, who challenged his trial in the General Court Martial in Makindye.

Kabaziguruka argued that the General Court Martial lacked jurisdiction to try him, as it was not a competent court established under constitutional authority. A panel of four out of five judges ruled in his favor.

The court also ruled that suspects not subject to military law should have their cases transferred to the High Court Criminal Division for retrial.

Besigye, who retired from the army on October 20, 2000, according to his discharge certificate, and Hajj Obedi Kamulegeya are facing multiple charges, including possession of firearms at Riverside Apartments in Nairobi, Kenya, and allegedly holding meetings in Greece and Switzerland with the intent to undermine the security of the Ugandan army. Both men are currently being held in remand at Luzira Prison.

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The Secret to Big Wins: Exploring 1Win Uganda’s Best Features

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Our Reporter
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Residents of Uganda can experience betting on a whole new level with 1Win Uganda. This platform is designed to serve you with the best experience any betting platform has to offer, and its features are aimed to achieve this. With this bookmaker platform, you get to enjoy features like

  • User-friendly Interface.
  • Vast game collections.
  • Variety of bookmaker section.
  • Enticing bonuses.
  • Easy payment methods.
  • Mobile version. 

User-Friendly Interface

One major feature that stands out with 1 Win Uganda is the way the platform is designed. Most times, users have a hard time navigating betting platforms because they have complex designs and messy interfaces. However, this platform is designed to be simple and easy to navigate.

Once you open the website  https://1win-ug.com/ or app, there is a menu button directly to the left that gives you more options about the platform. Directly under this menu is a scrollable bar that contains all the information you need and the different sections of the platform.

This scrollable bar is divided into the following sections:

  • About 1Win.
  • Is it legal in Uganda?
  • Top Features.
  • Bonuses and Promotions.
  • How to Register.
  • Mobile App.
  • Payments.
  • Casino games.
  • Sports betting.
  • E-sports Betting.
  • Betting Varieties.
  • How to Start Betting.
  • Customer Support.
  • FAQs.

The best part is that you are instantly directed to the section you want with just a click; instead of having to scroll down to find what you need. The scrollbar also contains everything you need from the website as listed above.

Vast Game Collection

One of the best features a betting platform can offer is a wide variety of games for you to pick with good odds and 1 Win Bet has exactly this feature. The platform offers casino games, sports betting, and  E-sports betting. 

Casino Games 

You have access to a wide selection of casino options, including the most trends when using this platform. This platform also boasts up to 10,000 slot machines for those who love casino games.

1Win separates some of the more popular options that users are more likely to search for and gives them priority on the website. They include

  • Aviator.
  • Lucky Jet.
  • JetX.
  • Plinko.
  • Mines Pro.
  • Fortune Wheel.
  • Rocket Queen.
  • Speed-n-Cash.

Sports Betting

Aside from casino games, you can also enjoy extensive sports coverage. There are more than forty sports available to you, including the popular options in Uganda. There is also a ‘Live’ option that gives you great odds on ongoing games. Some of the popular sports on this website include: 

  • Football Betting (Uganda Premiere League; Serie A; Bundesliga and more).
  • Athletics (Olympic Games; World Athletics Championships; Diamond League, and others).
  • Rugby (Uganda Rugby Union; League; Six Nations, etc.)
  • Basketball.
  • Cricket.
  • Motorsports.
  • Tennis.
  • Boxing.
  • Golf.

E-Sports

1 Win betting provides markets for several eSports. You can now bet on your favorite eSports from Uganda without worrying about legal restrictions. 1Win covers some of the popular eSports and more. Some examples of the trending sports covered by this platform are:

Bookmaker Variety

Another great feature this website offers you is multiple bookmaking options. There are different wagers available on numerous games, which gives you the chance to increase your potential wins. You can increase the odds of your betting slip using a combination of the wagers available. Some of the most common wagers you can access are;

  • Moneylines.
  • Point spread.
  • Over/under.
  • Parlays.
  • Props.
  • Futures. 

Enticing Bonuses

Users also get to enjoy some of the most enticing bonuses while using this platform. All you need to do to partake in these bonus offers is to open an account with your 1Win Uganda login. You will have access to the promotions and exciting offers once you’re registered on the website. Some examples of the main bonus are:

  • Welcome Bonus for new members.
  • Casino Cashback.
  • Express Bonus for Sports Betting.

The bonuses are not limited to the ones listed above, and there are more options for returning users.

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You can enjoy quick payments and withdrawals by using any of the recommended banking options. These options are:

  • MTN.
  • Perfect Money.
  • Mybux Voucher.
  • AstroPay.
  • Airtel.
  • Tether/USDT.
  • BNB.
  • USDC.

Mobile Version

The mobile version is compatible with most Android devices, and you can get the download file from the site.

However, your mobile device must have some specifications for the app to work. All information about the mobile version is also available on the website, you should check it out before downloading the apk. 

Conclusion

1Win Uganda is the top betting platform for those in Uganda, and you’ve seen the features it offers. Register with this platform now to make your betting experience more enjoyable. 

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Equity Bank Uganda Managing Director, Anthony Kituuka resigns

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Our Reporter
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Equity Bank Uganda Limited has announced the resignation of its Managing Director, Mr. Anthony Kituuka, effective 28th November 2024.

Mr. Kituuka, who has been at the helm of the bank since November 2022, will serve a notice period to facilitate a smooth transition.

In a statement, the Board of Directors expressed gratitude for Kituuka’s leadership and dedication over the past decade during which he served as Executive Director from 2016 before assuming the role of Managing Director in 2022.

“We are grateful to Mr. Kituuka for his dedication and service to the brand,” said Mr. Mark Okello, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

He added, “He has played a pivotal role in steering the bank’s growth and maintaining its position as a leading financial institution in Uganda.”

During Mr. Kituuka’s tenure, Equity Bank Uganda has significantly expanded its customer base to over 2.2 million, with customer deposits nearing UGX 3 trillion and a balance sheet of approximately UGX 3.5 trillion. The bank also boasts a loan book close to UGX 1.7 trillion, positioning itself as one of the country’s top five banks.

“I am proud to have been part of a team that has consistently focused on delivering innovative financial solutions to our clients,” said Mr. Kituuka.

He added, “Our efforts have resulted in Equity Bank becoming a trusted and respected brand in Uganda and across the region.”

Equity Bank Uganda is a fully-owned subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, a Pan-African financial services conglomerate listed on multiple stock exchanges, including the Nairobi Securities Exchange and Uganda Securities Exchange. The Group operates in several countries across East and Central Africa, including DRC, Rwanda, Tanzania, and South Sudan.

Under Kituuka’s leadership, the bank has enhanced its digital banking services, providing customers with seamless financial solutions. Equity Bank Uganda manages over 9000 Equi-duuka agents and operates 50 branches across the country, further solidifying its reputation as a top-tier financial institution.

“Our mission has always been to enhance financial inclusion and empower communities through innovative banking solutions,” added Kituuka.

He added, “I am confident that Equity Bank Uganda will continue to thrive and lead the industry in innovation, customer satisfaction, and business excellence.”

As Equity Bank Uganda prepares for this leadership transition, the Board has reassured customers and stakeholders of continued stability and service excellence.

“Mr. Kituuka has laid a strong foundation for future growth,” said Okello. “The Board will soon announce a successor to build on this legacy and drive the bank towards achieving its strategic vision.”

Equity Bank Uganda remains committed to supporting its customers, employees, and communities as it embarks on a new chapter of leadership and growth.

“I leave the bank in capable hands and look forward to exploring new opportunities in the financial sector,” said Kituuka.

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