The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA), which were earlier scheduled for February 20, 2021, have been postponed. The awards showcasing the ultimate in African culture, music, and creativity, were meant to be held in a re-imagined virtual event hosted by U.S. producer Dj Khaled. However, MTV Base this Thursday evening tweeted that it was “postponing the 2021 MTV Africa Music Awards.” MTV Base said, “We will keep fans updated as we have more news.” A detailed statement is expected later this Friday, according to organizers. However, preliminary information indicates Uganda’s tourism ministry worked closely with MTV to postpone the ceremony…
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Myanmar’s military government on Thursday blocked Facebook and other social media platforms – crucial sources of communication for its people – in a bid to quell dissent after detaining the country’s elected leaders and seizing power in a coup that the United Nations chief said must fail. Facebook, used by about half Myanmar’s 53 million people, has emerged as a key platform for opposition to Monday’s coup with photos of civil disobedience campaigns and nightly pot-and-pan protests widely shared. “Currently the people who are troubling the country’s stability … are spreading fake news and misinformation and causing misunderstanding among people…
The National Information Technology Authority Uganda (NITA-U) has completed its investigations into allegations of unlawful sharing of SafeBoda users’ personal data without their consent by Guinness Transporters Limited Trading as SafeBoda, and issued a report on the same. The investigations were commenced following a complaint made by Mr. Obedgiu Sammy and it was carried out pursuant to the powers upon NITA in section 32 of the Data Protection & Privacy Act of 2019, to investigate complaining alleging either non-compliance with the provisions of the Act or breaches. This investigation, arguably the first investigation under the provisions of the Data Protection…
KCB Bank has donated medical equipment worth Shs 12 million shillings to Sanctuary Medical Foundation in Gayaza. The donation comes on the backdrop of heightened need for in-patient medical equipment and need for protection of frontline health centre staff. The items donated to Sanctuary Medical Foundation include; 10 adjustable adult patient beds with in-built drip stands, mattresses with PVC covers and 10 COVID-19 protective suits to aid in the treatment of patients at the facility. Edgar Byamah, the Managing Director at KCB observed that as a health facility, there is continued need for availability of medical equipment and supplies as…
National Unity Platform (NUP) party leader Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, has notified the Supreme Court that he will file a petition challenging the re-election of President Museveni tomorrow, the Judiciary has confirmed. This will be the fourth time President Museveni’s election will be challenged, the previous occasions being 2001, 2006 and 2016. Commenting about the development, Judiciary spokesperson Jameson Karemani said: “It is true Mr Kyagulanyi’s lawyers had written to the court to allow them to file their petition today (Saturday) but the Chief Justice advised that they file it on Monday.” Time factor Mr Kyagulanyi’s lawyers are racing against…
President Museveni has asked the new UPDF MPs to always support his ideas and priorities in parliament for the benefit of the country. “When you go to Parliament, please support my seven priorities. In this new government, I will insist on my priorities. So when you go to parliament, please support my seven priorities. This time, no bad budgeting will go unopposed” Gen. Museveni told the Defence Council that sat at the Land Forces headquarters in Bombo to elect new army representatives in parliament. The commander in chief named the seven priorities for his new term as equipment of the…
The Ugandan government has been dragged to court for shutting down the internet before, during and after the 2021 presidential and parliamentary elections. Government a few weeks ago restored internet connection five days after a total shutdown that blocked communication and digital services among Ugandans during the elections. However, social media remain blocked and users have since resorted to Virtual Private Networks so as to access the various platforms. In a petition filed before the Constitutional Court, Alternative Digitalk Limited, a Ugandan company that describes itself as being passionate about digital rights, media freedom, social justice and human rights says…
The Civil Aviation Authority of Uganda has announced job vacancies open to all legible members of the public. According to CAA, the vacant positions include a Trainee Fire-Fighter, needed to reinforce the preparedness, rescue and fire fighting team. “Once through, the person will be reporting to the Assistant Fire Officer and will be getting salary rated at level 7,” CAA said. Charged with the management of Entebbe International Airport and 13 other upcountry aerodromes, CAA carries out its work in conformity with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations and Standard and Recommended Practices(SARPs) to execute its duties. “The available…
United States Ambassador to Uganda Natalie E. Brown has has on Saturday held an “introductory” meeting with National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi. According to the statement issued by the US Embassy, the two parties “discussed the political situation in Uganda, the essential role that constructive political opposition plays in a democracy, the decades-long partnership between the people of the Uganda and the United States, and the political transition in the United States.” They also discussed what the Embassy described as “America’s continued effort to achieve the promise of liberty and justice for all, the important legacy of civil…
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Uganda (CCBA) have so far distributed more than 3,000 handwashing jerrycans and stations across the country with the recent donation to the Muslim community. Salam Charity Foundation received over 250 handwashing jerrycans that will be distributed in Wakiso District and later areas of Mpigi, Mukono and Kampala. Coca-Cola has been at the forefront of championing the handwashing campaign in partnership with different stakeholders such as government, local NGOs, schools, health centres and community organizations to boost public hygiene in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic. The donation was received by Wakiso District Khadi, Sheikh Erias Kigozi…