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Rwabwogo, Karooro and Mitala named Presidential Advisors

Odrek Rwabwogo

President Yoweri Museveni has named son in-law Odrek Rwabwogo as his advisor on Special Duties.

Rwabwogo marries his daughter Patience and is now Senior Presidential Advisor

Rwabwogo is a businessman who has played behind the scene in most undertaking especially in media relations and politics.

Mr. Museveni further named former head of public service John Mitala as Presidential Advisor Public Service while former Minister of General Duties in the Office of the Prime Minister and outgoing Bushenyi District  Woman MP Mary Karooro Okurut  was named  Senior Presidential Advisor on Public Relations.

Ms Nakiwala Kiyingi, the former Minister of State for Gender has been appointed as Senior Presidential Advisor on Gender and Youth Affairs While Adonia Ayebare has been named Special Envoy  and Ambassador to the United Nations.

The name advisors join a long list of others that advise the president on a number of different subjects.

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Sseninde assumes new position at NRM , vows to tackle youth issues

 

 

The National Resistance Movement Secretary General Richard Todwong has today Thursday welcomed the new Director Mobilisation, Cadre identification and placement,  Rosemary Sseninde, who officially assumed her office at the party headquarters on Kyadondo Road in Kampala.

Sseninde was appointed to the position last week and she replaces the late Mathias Kasamba who passed on in May.

At a ceremony attended by the NRM Deputy Secretary general Rose Namayanja Nsereko and the Deputy Treasurer Jacqueline Kyatuhaire, Sseninde was given an official car and shown her new office.

In her remarks, Sseninde said it was by the Grace of God that she is now the NRM Director of Mobilisation, “I thank the President who selected me to serve the NRM party in this capacity as Director of Mobilisation. Because the NRM is the party in government, this is an opportunity for me to serve the country. Together with my colleagues at the secretariat I will do all my best to serve,” she said.
She attributed the growing youth population in the country to the the achievements of the NRM among which she cited immunisation of children and putting in place a good healthcare system, something she says has decreased the infant mortality in the country.

“The NRM government has educated the children through UPE, USE and other tertiary institutions with this you find the number of youth coming from these institutions is high. And while the jobs available do not match the numbers of those graduating, we will work to addressing the grievances of the youth, she said, adding: “These are some of the issues we shall work together to ensure that we mobilize them and they come to appreciate the tireless efforts of the NRM party and also avail a conducive environment for them to create their own jobs.”

Sseninde, who is former Woman MP for Wakiso District, underscored that the opposition rides on the issues affecting the youth to downplay the numerous achievements of the government.

“We are aware and have tried to address some of these issues that affect the youth. I have been in Parliament for 20 years and and so I understand and appreciate most of the challenges the youth are facing and with this new responsibility, I will ensure that most of these challenges are addressed,” she said.

She stated that the party would address the issues that caused the dismal performance in Central Uganda.

“I am not going to do this alone because we are going to work as a team. There are issues for which we shall seek the President’s guidance on how to handle.”

She also stated that the losses in Central Uganda are not alarming. She said the FDC party have in the past created waves of change in some parts of the country but with proper planning, the party returned those areas to its fold.

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Museveni reshuffles Permanent Secretaries as Ggoobi replaces Muhakanizi at Finance

New Finance PS, Ramathan Ngobi

President Museveni has reshuffled Permanent Secretaries moving long time Finance Ministry PS Keith Muhakanizi to Office of the Prime Minister.

Muhakanizi has been replaced by Makerere University Business School lecturer, Ramathan Ggoobi. Ngobi is a new comer into government but was instructmental in the National Resistance Movement party manifesto formulation.

Former Minister Adolf Mwesige who recently penned a letter to President Museveni asking for the job has been named Clerk to Parliament while former State House Comptroller Lucy Nakyobe has been named Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet replacing John Mitala.

Nakyobe was replaced by Jane Barekye.

Appoint new PS 2

Other name entrants are former joint Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Joseph Musanyufu has been named new Permanent Secretary Ministry of Internal Affairs, former Deputy Managing Director National Social Security Fund Geraldine Ssali is now the Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives and Godfrey Mutabazi formerly MD Uganda Communication Commission who has been taken to Public Service Commission.

“By the powers given to the President by Article 99, 172 (1)of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda and the Uganda Public Service Standing Order (A-n), I hereby retire the following Permanent Secretaries in the Public Interest, Kintu Guwatude, Kivumbi Lutaaya, Pius Wakabi, Benon Mutambi, David Ebong, Jane Kibirige and Patrick Mugoya”

Maj. Gen. David Kyomukama Kasura, the former commandant of National leadership Institute Kyakwanzi has been posted to Ministry of Agriculture While Ms Irene Batebe heads to Ministry of Energy.

Mr. Vincent Bagiire, the outgoing PS of Ministry of  Information and Communication Technology has been posted to Ministry of Foreign Affairs replacing Amb.Patrick Mugoya.

Meanwhile former Minister Ms Beti Kamya has been named the Inspector General of Government. The president further named Deputy Inspector General of Government, Mariam Wangadya as new chairperson of Uganda Human Rights Commission.O

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Former MP Muyanja Mbabali accuses DTB of trying to ‘steal’ his properties as they are listed for auctioning

Businessman Muyanja Mbabali.

 

Former Bukoto South legislator Muhammad Muyanja Mbabali has accused Diamond Trust Bank trying to auction properties without following the law.

DTB put on notice for auction properties belonging to Mbabali over debt owed to DTB. DTB in an advert that appeared in today’s newspapers gave Mbabali only 30 days to pay the loans and save properties.

Through Trust General Auctioneers and Court Bailiffs on orders of MMAKS Advocates representing DTB have put up properties up for auction and these include his former residence in Kisugu-Muyenga, a building in Mpigi, an apartment in Masaka Municipality, two apartments in Ntinda and Kyadondo.

In a telephone interview with Eagle Online, said the bank was using underhand methods to take his property. Mbabali said the matter was before High Court and therefore the rush to auction his property is uncalled for. He further blamed DTB for luring him into a deal that turned to be a hoax.

“I was a customer for DTB and they are my clients at Masaka for the last 10 years. One they came to me with a business deal that there was a hostel being sold at Shs7 billion. My account had Shs1.5 billion but they insisted on me buying, I insisted on not buying the idea but they suggested it was a good deal. Mind you, they overvalued the property. And that is the genesis of all this crisis. After learning that the hostel was unproductive and no money is being generated, they resorted to attaching my property and the matter has been High Court since early this year” Mbabali said.

The five properties are registered under his company  MFK Cooperation Limited.

“Dully instructed by MMAKS Advocates on behalf of their client (DTB), the registered Mortgagee, we shall proceed to sale under mentioned properties, also pictured below by public auction or private treaty after expiry of 30 days from the date of this notice or thereafter unless the debtor (Mr. Muyanja Mbabali) pays all the monies owed to our client plus our fees and costs incurred in the process, ” Auctioneers said.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Uganda Lady Cranes Squad vs Zimbabwe Named

Uganda Lady Cranes

 

The Uganda Lady Cranes will be led by Peace Lekuru the new captain assisted by Charlotte Mudoola and Patricia Anek

The Lady Cranes; head coach Leonard Lubambula has named the squad to take part in the Rugby Africa Cup game vs Zimbabwe today.

The Women’s Rugby Africa Cup games in Uganda will take place at Kyadondo. Due to the pandemic, fans will not be allowed at the grounds but will watch the games on Uganda Rugby Union’s YouTube channel.

“We looked at three things when selecting the starting twenty-three. We looked at who understands our game mode as Uganda Lady Cranes, the attack structures, our defense patterns and having an open mind of creativity. We also looked at the fitness of the team and those that were up to the challenge of collusion dominance as we take on the Zimbabwe women. ‘’- Coach Leonard Lubambula.The Uganda Lady Cranes will be led by Peace Lekuru the new captain assisted by Charlotte Mudoola and Patricia Anek.

‘’It is exciting that the Zimbabwe ladies are here which is a big a step of return to play in Uganda. Hoping to learn from each other but also display the skills we have because the team is full of young players and new talent which is an amazing project I am excited to be part of as we build women’s rugby in Uganda.’’- Charlotte Mudoola (Vice Captain).

Uganda Lady Cranes Squad

Forwards
Patricia Anek (Vice Captain), Yvonne Najjuma, Faith Namugga. Winnie Atyang, Sarah Kirabo, Angella Nanyonjo, Mary Gloria Ayot, Lydia Namabiro

Backs
Julie Nandawula, Charlotte Mudoola (Vice Captain), Agnes Nakuya, Peace Lekuru, Emilly Lekuru, Grace Auma, Samiya Ayikoru

Reserves
Fazila Namukwaya, Peace Mirembe, Lyton Nakabugo. Teddy Iwutung, Maimuna Nassozi, Asha Nakityo, Masitula Namboozo and Suzan Adong

 

 

 

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Gulu University innovators of #Covid-19 drug set to meet Museveni

Dr Alice Lwamaka (C) with NDA regional officers.

 

A team of key stakeholders from Gulu University behind the latest invention of a #Covid-19 herbal dubbed as Covilyce, is set to meet with President Yoweri Museveni.

Led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor George Openjuru Ladaa, the brains behind the ‘discovery’ are set to meet with the president to discuss the dynamics regarding the drug that is being touted as #Covid 19 treatment.

Gulu University through its Faculty of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Studies led by Dr. Alice Lamwaka this week headlined the news with a herbal remedy for #Covid-19 named Covilyce that allegedly works wonders within 72 hours.

According to James Onono Ojok, the University Deputy Spokesperson, said the University team first met with the #Covid 19 task force and is to extend the discussions to State House. Mr. Onono went on to dispute media reports that government had blocked mass production of Covilyce because it is not yet approved by the National Drug Authority.

He further said “Dr. Lamwaka and the team are still conducting tests on selected COVID-19 patients and the drug has not been let out to the public.”

Mr. Onono said the team from National Drug Authority (NDA) aurged  Gulu University to formally write to  them about the drug.

Recently, President Museveni flagged off the first ever herbal drug, Covidex which aids in the treatment of #Covid-19. Covidex was founded by prof. Peter Ogwang, lecturer at Mbarara University of Science and Technology.

 

 

 

 

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Rtd Archbishop Stanley Ntagali’s son passes on

rip Charles Birungi Ntagali.
Charles Birungi Ntagali, the son to the Retired Archbishop Stanley Ntagali is has passed on.
His death has been confirmed by the Archbishop Ntagali in a WhatsApp message sent to various church of Uganda WhatsApp groups.
The last born in the Ntagali family collapsed and died on his way to hospital.
“It is with much sadness that I announce the death of our last born son Charles Birungyi 31 which occurred soon after midnight tonight.  Details will be communicated to you.” Retired Archbishop Ntagali said.
Details to follow…..
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Express crowned 2020/21 UPL champions

Badru Nsubuga (left) leaves Express

 

 

Express Football Club has been officially crowned as the 2020/21 StarTimes Uganda Premier League champions.

The crowning ceremony took place at the headquarters of StarTimes Uganda, Soliz House in Kampala on Tuesday, July 13, 2021.

The Red Eagles were awarded with a trophy, medals and Shs60 million as prize money for league champions.

FUFA President Eng. Moses Hassim Magogo presided over the official event also graced by the CEO StarTimes Uganda, Franklin Wang, Kenneth Kazooba (StarTimes content director), Bernard Bainamani (Uganda Premier League), Humphrey Mandu Watenga (FUFA Deputy CEO) and representatives of the champions.

Express was ably represented by the winning coach Wasswa Bbosa, goalkeeper Mathias Muwanga, CEO Isaac Mwesigwa, board member Suubi Kiwanuka, former chairperson Owek. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi among others club staff.

Wasswa Bossa said: “This is the victory that I have been yearning for about the last four years. I am humbled for this victory. I thank the team management, my fellow technical staff, players, fans and our sponsors. We are ready to play for a successful title defence.”

Express will represent the country at the CAF Champions League. Runners up URA were appointed by FUFA to represent the country at the CAF Confederation Cup.

Express’ Mathias Muwanga was named the outstanding goalkeeper of the league, earning a plaque and Shs1,000,000 cash.

The top scorer, Yunus Sentamu (scorer of 16 goals) of Vipers SC was also rewarded with a plaque and Shs1,000,000 cash.

 

 

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Prisons becomes first gov’t agency to implement Museveni’s directive on buying local buses

The Metu bus that was acquired recently by Uganda Prison Services from Metu Zhongtong Bus Industries.

Uganda Prison Service has emerged as the first government department at implementing President Yoweri Museveni’s directive of buying locally assembled/ manufactured buses by Metu Zhongtong Bus Industries.

Eagle Online has learnt that UPS has acquired the Metu bus at a much lesser price of Shs350 million as compared to the imported ones. Mr. Museveni has been encouraging government agencies as well well local businessmen/women to buy from local buses through an initiative known as Buy Uganda Build Uganda (BUBU).

Commissioner of Prison in charge of Communication, Frank Baine confirmed UPS acquiring the bus saying as a service and agency of government, instructions given by the Commander in Chief are final.

“It is true we bought the bus because we are following directives by His Excellency the President but remember, we also produce furniture that is also bought by other government agencies and so we are strengthening our economy” Mr Baine told Eagle Online.

President Museveni last year instructed all accounting officers to procure buses of domestic manufacture, noting that the country has now developed a capacity to assemble and manufacture vehicles.

The president’s directives were further communicated to all accounting officers of government departments and agencies by Ministry of Finance .

The ministry issued the statement last that all accounting officers have already been demanded to place orders for local vehicle industry in line with the Buy Uganda Build Uganda policy.

 

 

 

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Letshego celebrates African inclusivity through LetsGO

GIVING BACK TO SOCIET: AIGP Asan Kasingye receiving a donation from Letshego Uganda CEO Giles Aijukwe at their head office in Kololo.
Letshego Group, a Botswana-born retail finance organization with truly African roots spread across 11 markets, and a 22-year history of improving lives through inclusive financial solutions.
Across the continent, the collective heartbeats and diversity of the people of Africa fuel the journeys, and indeed fuel the growth of this proudly African brand, leveraging digital technology and inspiring innovation to extend the reach of inclusive financial services to more customers.
“From our spoken word poetry to our dance, our myriad of cultures and languages, cuisines and passions, we are Africans building a better Africa” – such is Letshego’s expressive view on Africa, and spurred by the agile introduction of the brand’s digital platforms to boost customer access and experience.
Through LetsGo, Ugandans will have the power to be and the power to do- beginning with Government employees and civil servants under the brand’s established Deduction at Source (DAS) model. Through the LetsGo App (Android launched / iOS to follow), Letshego customers have access to simple financial beyond banking services on the Go, to enhance their lifestyles.
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Andrew Fening Okai, Letshego’s Group Chief Executive said, “Digitization is no longer a revolution – it’s a part of everyday life. Having recently celebrated Africa Day, and as we navigate our way through a global pandemic, there is no better time than now for Letshego to be inspiring confidence in our unique strengths as a continent, encouraging collaboration to overcome our challenges, and inspiring courage for us all to Rise Up… #letsGO!”
LetsGO solutions enable Letshego customers achieve their aspirations, empowering a progressive generation of cultural change in this new normal. With simple digital financial and beyond banking solutions that are tailored to support life goals and help improve the lives of our customers, bringing tangible spin-off benefits for our local communities, Letshego remains resolute in changing the landscape of inclusive financial services in Africa. LetsGo gives customers Digital Power through an omni-channel digital experience with Letshego continuing its journey in evolving its LetsGO platform and products to further catalyse its Strategic Transformation.
Initially the LetsGO platform – accessible via mobile phone and web – will unlock digital access to account information, loans and top-ups for existing and new deduction at source customers in Botswana and Nigeria. The Group’s remaining 9 markets will enjoy the same digital platform benefits by the end of this year. With brand’s phased rollout of increasing depth in capability, access and products, ‘LetsGo’ is set to catapult Letshego towards its vision to become a world-class retail financial institution, improving the lives of customers across sub-Saharan Africa.
Letshego Uganda CEO, Giles Germany Aijukwe added, “Since Letshego is a customer-centric business, it’s incumbent on us to design products and services that factor in convenience, diverse product/service offerings, competitive edge and above all- provide a seamless experience. With the LetsGo App, I have no doubt all the aforementioned will be met. I am elated and optimistic for Ugandans.”
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