Buganda Kingdom has threatened to drag Monitor Publications to courts of law over a recent story in which the kingdom was accused of misusing donation funds from the US Embassy. The paper in the Monday April 20th story, claimed Buganda Kingdom had failed to account for $250,000, and that the embassy demanded its refund which led to the stalling of the Kasubi tombs project. This account has been dismissed both by the kingdom and the US Embassy though its spokesman. In a statement, the Buganda Kingdom information minister clarified that the US Embassy only released to the kingdom a grant…
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Dott Services Limited has handed over new Double Cabin Pickup they donated to COVID-19 Response Team and 20 trucks to assist in transportation of food relief within and around Kampala. The car donated is aimed at making the work of the Government easier in trying to slow down the spread of COVID-19 caused by Coronavirus. Specifically, the President called on companies and individuals to donate 4X4 brand new pick-up trucks for use by the health ministry, Dott Services has fulfilled their pledge by handing over a brand new pickup Double Cabin to COVID-19 Response Team and Taskforce on Monday. Dott…
The outspoken parish priest of Kitanga Catholic parish in Kabale Diocese, Rev. Fr. Gaetano Batanyenda has lashed out at the Members of Parliament for allocating themselves up to Shs 10billion`as the country scrambles to bring the Covid-19 outbreak under control. Batanyenda in a statement on Friday evening said Parliament had turned into a bunch of thieves that continue to suck poor Ugandans in disguise no matter the situation at hand. The man of God on the other hand praised MPs who had shown interest to reject the money. “I praise a few Mps who have always come out to demonize…
The Central Bank has directed commercial banks and other financial institutions to extend loan repayment holidays up to one year for borrowers affected by the current Coronavirus pandemic. “The allowable credit relief measures and terms thereof include repayment holidays for a maximum of 12 months, loan tenor extensions, and any other forms of debt restructuring covered in existing regulations,” a statement by the acting bank deputy governor,Adam Mugume said. “These credit reliefs shall only be granted within the 12 month period with effect from April 01, 2020.” According to the statement, the Central Bank in its Monetary Policy Statement last…
Fresh Dairy has today donated milk powder worth Five Hundred (500) Million Ushs to the National Response Fund for Covid – 19, under the office of the Prime Minister. This was in a bid to ensure that the less privileged/ vulnerable as well as those in Quarantine in Uganda can maintain a healthy and nutritious diet during this period, which is aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19. Marketing Manager Fresh Dairy – Vincent Omoth said, ‘We wish to express our appreciation to Government of Uganda for its efforts towards the containment of Covid-19 in Uganda. As a company, we…
Kampala High Court has remanded to Luzira, Indian businessman Abid Alam who was days ago arrested over land wrangles which left a trail of property destruction, loss of life, torture and rape against residents in Kassanda district. Tycoon Alam together with his workers is accused among others of attempted murder, murder, torture, gang rape and destruction of property. He was today remanded along with four senior police officers from the region, who are said to have helped him and his workers to make the attacks on residents with who they are fighting for land. The officers are also accused of…
Emirates in coordination with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) will be introducing additional precautions. Passengers on today’s flight to Tunisia were all tested for COVID-19 before departing from Dubai. Emirates is the first airline to conduct on-site rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers. The quick blood test was conducted by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and results were available within 10 minutes. This test was conveniently done at the Group Check-in area of Dubai International Airport Terminal 3. Adel Al Redha, Emirates Chief Operating Officer said: “The testing process has gone smoothly and we would like to take this opportunity to thank…
The COVID-19 pandemic has in a span of just months, changed the world in major ways that will continue to shape our lives (locally and globally) long after it has reached its end point. The psychological effects of being under quarantine and practicing social distancing will remain with us for months, as we grapple with the realities of uncertainty – “Is the coronavirus really over and done with us?” As organizations wade their way through a situation and escalation that caught most unaware, we must face the truth that the ways of operation have changed tremendously. Many businesses have had…
The Ugandan government has warned landlords against evicting tenants from contested land during the current COVID-19 lockdown period. Lands Minister Beti Kamya said government was informed of impending illegal land evictions of tenants on registered land and customary land owners on unregistered land in the country. The districts where Government has received reports include: Kiryandongo, Hoima, Mubende, Mityana, Kassanda, Wakiso, Luwero, Nakaseke, Nakasongola, Masaka, Mayuge, Napak, Kotido, Abim, Mukono, Kayunga, Wakiso, Kaberamaido, Bunyangabu, Kampala, Kiboga, Kyankwanzi and Mbale. “No tenant by occupancy should be evicted from their bibanja or the land they are in possession of during the current COVID-19…
Speaker Rebecca Kadaga has revealed plans by Parliament to the contentious debate that would require the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to pay savers part of their savings amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Kadaga made the revelation during an interview with NBS television in which she said it was about time, Parliament took up its legislative role to amend the NSSF Act and make it responsive to the Coronavirus pandemic. “There’s the argument that people should access their savings before 50 years. What’s the point of me saving money and I die; and other people use it. I’m hungry now. This…