A lion is on the loose in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, after escaping from a nearby national park.
It is roaming through the upmarket suburb of Karen.
The Kenya Wildlife Service is trying to lure the cat back towards the Nairobi National Park.
The park is separated by a main road from suburbs in the south of the city.
This is the third incident this year of a lion escaping the park.
Ordinarily, Alebtong District Woman MP seat loser Ms Elizabeth Abongo of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) should have her fellow party member, Kampala Woman legislator Nabilah Naggayi Sempala, as an ally. But this is not the case when it comes to demonising girl education.
Nabilah has astonishingly come out in defense NRM’s Christine Acen, whose election as Alebtong legislator was on Wednesday nullified by the Lira High Court over lack of requisite academic papers following a petition filed by Ms Abongo. The court also ordered the Electoral Commission to conduct fresh election.
In her ruling, Justice Night Percy Tuhaise said “there is possibility that the documents Ms Acen used for her nomination were forged since she did not qualify to join secondary school.”
Court heard that the first respondent (Ms Acen) sat for Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) at Ambalal Primary School in Lira District, but failed.
According to the evidence adduced in court, Ms Acen got F9 in three subjects: Social Studies, Mathematics and Science, and scored aggregate 8 in English.
Court heard that the MP’s Division U could not make her join secondary school, or take her anywhere.
But Nabilah immediately came out in a protracted statement advocating for the love and support of continued girl education, especially those from rural areas like Alebtong.
The controversial MP ranted: “Qualifications are a good proxy for the knowledge and skills that young people need. We should think of them as stepping-stones to a bright and successful future for those who achieve them. But they do not, and will never, completely define the sum total of what a good education ought to provide.”
“Shame on this continued dogmatic grading of academic qualifications! The route through academic progress should be varied and valid too!”
“Nor are they a binary predictor that someone will succeed or fail in life; ambition and aspiration backed by hard work are better predictors of success in life than any single result on one exam on one day.”
“I think that Uganda is wrong to punish slow learners because some people perform better with maturity. Most of our people who had no qualifications whatsoever are professionals in Developed nations such as US and Europe. It’s what you can be tested now that matters other than what tests you flanked in the past. I feel it’s wrong indeed to continue demanding for lower level qualification when someone goes ahead to score highly in subsequent level or grading.”
“Otherwise most Registered Nurses and engineers in most developed nations like the US and UK, through the technical colleges improve such people and they eventually become better professional than the A-list students!”
“Some of these people had their primary leaving examinations under war situations. No one has bothered to check out rural school conditions, let alone those in war torn areas!”
A function intended to launch a book aimed at unmasking the President Yoweri Museveni’s book, sowing the Mustard Seed today has been blocked by police.
The jobless brotherhood, (group of unemployed youth) attempted to launch another book titled ‘Un-sowing the Mustard Seed’ which is the opposite of the Mustard Seed. The function was at Amazing Grace on Bombo road.
At the function, the expected key speakers included Prof. George William Kanyeihamba, former Action Aid country representative, Leonard Okello, Prof. Edward Kakonge, Amb. Edith Grace Ssempala and Counsel Isaac Ssemakadde.
The author of the book Norman Tumuhimbise accuses the police force of being unethical and unprofessional conduct exhibited by some of its officers as they called off a peaceful and gazette launch.
Norman said that the police misconduct is not strange to him as most of the officers did not attain full police training thus being half baked.
“The receive and train aka rat policy involves a directive from some senior person in authority to police and army schools instructing them to receive and train some people. The sent students do not go through the entire training procedure but rather do mostly theory and join up the finalizing students as most of the ordinary students get suspensions” Mr Tumuhimise said.
Prof. kakonge who was the first Minister of Local Government for in the first Museveni government said “The government should allow people to express their views, and opinions freely with little or no interruptions at all’’ adding “The police had no legitimate role here and I cannot tell why they were even present”
The interruption by police to call off the event, annoyed the jobless brotherhood members who requested for a refund of their money from police since they had cleared all the payments and the program was called off underway for unknown reasons.
One of the people in the management at the venue and only identified as Peter was seen talking to the commanders of this operation who included suspended Wandegaya DPC, Moses Nanoka Mosess and Wesley Nganizi.
Nganizi was seen making endless call and unsettled was challenged by Counsel Isaac Ssemakadde to make a pronouncement that the launch is nor and void, the DPC failed the task thus walking way and resorted to getting occupied by his phone.
Attention might be on the crucial Uganda Cranes versus Comoros AFCON group D qualifier but the new Uganda Premier League season’s fixtures for 2016/2017 are also already out, which will leave some mouths watering ahead of the 19 August kick off.
The very reactive transfers in the League has left many fans eagerly anticipating the new battles, highlighted by the long term rivalry between SC Villa, KCCA, Express and Vipers which dates back to their encounters.
The headline match of the opening weekend is Express hosting Lweza at Mutesa II stadium, Wankulukuku, while Onduparaka’s first-ever Uganda Premier League match will at home to Soana at Green Light Stadium in Arua, West Nile.
Jinja Municipal Council Hippos have arguably the hardest match out of the newly promoted teams when they take on champions KCCA.
Kirinya Jinja SS will host Uganda Revenue Authority and Proline are up against BUL Bidco at Kakindu in Jinja.
New Vipers manager Abdallah Mubiru will have a tough first assignment against Bright Stars at their new home Nakivubo stadium after failing to appease the Buikwe locality.
Deo Sserwada’s first match in charge of SC Villa will see him to Kavumba Stadium to face Police, he will have to wait until the October 28 to face eternal rivals Express FC in his first Kampala derby at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.
New look Saints FC who are under Uganda Peoples Defence Force (UPDF) ownership will have a tough first assignment against Sadolin Paints at Bombo Barracks stadium.
In other notable matches, the first Kampala derby will be at the Philip Omondi Stadium in Lugogo on Tuesday September 27 when KCCA host Express while the first money derby will be on Tuesday September 6 when URA host Vipers at Mehta Grounds, Lugazi.
Flexible
Unlike before, the new UPL fixture entails both the first and second round matches although it’s subject to alter due to the ongoing Fufa Club licensing.
“The fixture was drawn in line with the FUFA Activity Calendar but remains provisional pending the completion of Fufa,” League CEO Bernard Bainamani said.
Bainamani also added that second round fixtures involving KCCA and Vipers who are Uganda’s representatives in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederations Cup respectively are likely to be affected.
“The CAF Calendar for next year may games involving KCCA and Vipers maybe affected by CAF interclub competitions Calendar that is yet out,” Bainamani added.
Makerere University has recommended the expulsion of 156 students.
according to sources that attended the Senate building meeting today afternoon, the decision to discount the students was reached after the university examinations board this afternoon said 156 students had performed far below the pass mark.
The students set to be discounted include those who have had a CGPA below 2.0 for three semesters, those who sat for the same papers thrice and students who were engaged in examination malpractice are also to be suspended till further notice.
EagleOnline could obtain a comment from the university Academic Registrar Alfred Namawa
These are heady days for Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine.
The musician cum social activist made his intentions to stand as Member of Parliament for Kyadondo East last week, an utterance that saw him delve deeper, go further, be more open than ever before.
To say it has resonated is a slight under-statement. Lauded by political critics – Bobi has been so close to US Ambassador Deborah Malac and attending the attention grabbing treason hearings of President Museveni’s four time challenger Dr Kizza Besigye.
As if that wasn’t enough, Bobi Wine worked with the US Embassy, the Henhouse Prowlers, Church of Ugnada / Nkozi Hospital and the Ugandan Youth Ministry to craft the University of ‘Overstanding’ at his Fire Entertainment offices in Kamwokya meant to teach ghetto youths knowledge and skills in activities like music, boxing, mechanics, crafts and art has already created employment opportunities for many youths.
Amid the whirlwind, the singer has sneaked out a new venture. He has partnered with TVS Motor Company to avail motorcycles to youths on loan since most of them lack the capital to make full payment.
He posted on his Facebook page:
“With the rampant unemployment and poverty especially among the ghetto youth,I decided to patner with TVS (Kalinnya nsozi) to make it easier by introducing a #LoanScheme. You can now get a brand new TVS bodaboda by paying an upfront of just 1m and pay the balance in smaller bits as you use your bike. Pliz visit any of our outlets for more information. #LwanyisaYalaNeTVS #BikwaseKyagulanyi
KABISA energy drink has entered the Ugandan market after its successive penetration of other African countries.
Two former managers of Jumia Africa have founded a production company that aims to revolutionize the energy drink market in Africa.
Their venture, Mutalo Group, produces one of the most astonishing drink that popped up in the African market in the last years under Kabisa energy drink.
The two were part of the wider Jumia market and promoted a range of other equivalents and which they managed to market from scratch a new product and conquer new markets just within the last 2 years.
According to the press release, It all started two years ago, when two young and ambitious ex-managers came back went to Poland after spending more than three years in Africa, where they were placing the foundations for the local e-commerce industry with Jumia Africa.
Deeply familiar with the realities of the African economy and equipped with business connections throughout the continent, they decided to start on their own.
“We spent that time ringing up to the potential distributors, creating the best production facilities, finding the best distribution channels and coming up with extraordinary marketing vision. Put that all together and you will receive Kabisa energy drink” reads the press statement.
Adding “It is enough to look at the design of the can to see, that there is something totally new and puzzling about it. But is it good? And how can it be so different nowadays? First thing that differs Kabisa energy drink from the competition is a proper value for money. There was hardly anything in between before Kabisa appeared on the display shelves. As a result, the customers who are looking for something of good quality don’t have to spend twice as much because expensive, premium products are not the only ones left.”
Kabisa says they use international giants offer their branded products in Africa, but also use the same packaging, pricing and marketing strategies that they use all over the world.
“It is Kabisa that seems to be one of the first international company from outside the continent to understand that Africa is different and have different needs. Once you find it in a store you know that it is in the right place. African design, tropical taste, branded fridges”
Uganda’s golfers set for a showdown as International players confirm participation in the Tusker Malt Uganda Golf Open with Zambia’s top pro Madalitso Muthiya, the black African to play in the U.S. Open among other internationals confirming participation.
Madalitso who will be taking part in the Open for the third time, is currently preparing for the Sunshine Tour in South Africa. Last year, the flamboyant golfer recorded a 5 under par 67 to win the Tusker Malt Uganda Open Professionals title at Kitante Golf Course. He entered the Guinness Book of Records in 2006 when he became the first Zambian and black African to play in the prestigious U.S. Open.
With an expected number of participants set to be over 500, Madalitso will be looking to emulate last year’s form as he seeks to win part of the UGX 110 million that Tusker Malt Lager has staked as prize winnings for the professionals.
Speaking to the President of the Uganda Golf Union, Mr. Johnson Omolo, he said; “Madalitso is currently one of the best Tour Golf Players on the continent. His swing and ability to read the game of golf to work in his favor makes him a beauty to watch. He is the defending champion and he will be very interesting to watch as he tries to defend his trophy.”
Although Madalitso is more experienced, the Ugandan team promises to give him a run for the money as they gear up for the Open. Some of the most notable being Deo Akope who has won the Open three times as an amateur and twice as a Pro.
Speaking to Deo Akope, he said; “I am not particularly shaken by his presence. I have seen his game and I can imagine what to expect. However, I can’t rule out any surprises. Even if he won last year, it is no guarantee that he will do the same this year round. I play on the Kitante course more often and I can officially say – he will have fierce competition this time round.”
Tusker Malt Lager has increased the cash sponsorship to the Uganda Golf Open from UGX 200 million shillings to UGX 230 million shillings. An additional UGX 270 million shillings as none cash sponsorship has also been injected into the tournament, taking the total sponsorship kit up to UGX 500 million shillings. The sponsorship kits include: media, player uniforms, merchandise, and logistical elements for prize giving dinners among others.
“Having a professional player like Madalitso Muthiya take part in the Tusker Malt Uganda Open is a great value addition for us. This shows the improvement in standards of our Golf Open and it shows that we are on the right path to achieve our goal of making the Open one of the most sought after tours on the Africa Golf calendar year.” Said; Mr. Mark Mugisha, Head of Beer and Ready to Drink Spirits at Uganda Breweries Limited.
There will be two parts of the tournament. The armatures will be playing from 10th – 13th August, 2016 while the professionals will play from 31st August – 3rd September, 2016.
HIGH Court in Lira has thrown out Alebtong District Woman Member of Parliament, Christine Acen over lack of required academic credentials.
Ms Acen is the latest victim of ongoing court battles several legislators are facing from their political opponents in the February 18, general elections. She subscribes to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party which has so far registered majority loses in the court battles.
The reality that Vipers SC could have less than 10 percent of football fans during the FUFA Super Cup, a season curtain raiser between the Azam Uganda Premier League champions and the Uganda Cup winners has driven club boss Lawrence Mulindwa into requisite.
The match will be played five days before the kick off of the Azam Uganda Premier League on August 19. KCCA won their eleventh league title last season while Vipers beat Onduparaka from Arua to win the Uganda Cup final at Nakivubo stadium last month.
Despite the Vipers owner Mulindwa being the richest football administrator in Uganda, the club has failed to attract fans and corporate sponsorship overtime changing name from Bunamwaya and shifting to their home base to football starving Buikwe district but has not quite appealed to the locals and have in the past hired fans and an instrumental band to counter rival fans during city derbies.
Now Mulindwa has found a way to hijacking Kampala City Council, Lweza and Express’ core base of supporters; commuter motor cyclists aka boda boda and bring the team back to Kampala most likely Nakivubo stadium.
As the Vipers club website reported on Wednesday, Mulindwa this morning met and registered its first group of fans mainly comprising boda-boda cyclists that operate from Kawuku to Kajjansi along Entebbe road.at the St Mary’s Stadium in Kitende.
“Vipers is a team based along Entebbe road that is why we felt the need to welcome fans from Kitende, Kajjansi, Bwebajja, Zana, Kawuku, Namulanda among other areas along that road and then we can expand our fan base country wide,” Mulindwa said.
Mulindwa in his remarks last week at the prayer breakfast that opened the club’s pre- season preparations reiterated the need for the club to emerge stronger and professional with all the various departments functioning efficiently starting this season.
“Vipers must be a brand with a strong fan base, market, exceptional talent and all should exhibit high levels of professionalism,” he stressed.
In his message to the fans, he urged the fans to not only love Vipers by watching every single game but also be its ambassadors.
Vipers have plans of establishing the best football academy and exporting more talent outside Uganda in the not so far future and they have already started on this attainable project.
“Like all clubs, we have to start from somewhere. We have big plans and we can only achieve with support of you our fans,” the club president concluded.
In the same vein, new club branches and shops are set to be opened across various regions of Uganda so as to widen the fan base and sell more club merchandise. The first shop will be located at Kajjansi, along Entebbe road where jerseys, caps, t-shirts, wrist bands, umbrellas, and stickers will be sold to fans.
Mulindwa begged the newly registered fans to go to Nakivubo on August 14th and give their KCC rivals a run for their money before he gave out ten balls to the ten branch chairmen and urged them to bring more friends.
