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Artisanal mining: Is the new mining law discriminatory?
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- Artisanal mining: Is the new mining law discriminatory?
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- 4:07
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- There are concerns that the current mining regulations are not addressing the complicated licensing processes of artisanal miners and the use of mercury for mining, later alone the prohibitive cost of acquiring a licence to the tune of 10000 US dollars is putting small-scale miners out of business. According to Bukiya Johnbosco, the national chairperson of the Uganda Association of Small-scale Artisanal and small-scale miners, the environmental management authority must reign in the problem and prevent illegal activities in the sector. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Lawmakers say transport on the lake is risky
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Several leaders from Ssese Islands have launched another safe means of marine transport to support five hard-to-reach islands in Kalangala district. The leaders have launched MV Natalie and MV Vanesa that will ply from Kasenyi to Kyamuswa and Bukasa among other islands. They however complain that the government has failed to fulfil its pledge to support other islands in marine transport which makes transportation on the lake risky.
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- Lands minister exchanges with MP Tinkasimiire
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba says she is determined to stop transactions on the disputed Naigaga Community land in Kagadi District. There was a heated exchange between Nabakooba and Buyaga County West MP Barnabas Tinkasimire when the MP denied knowledge of grabbing the said land. This played out as the members of the Physical Infrastructure Committee received responses from Nabakooba to a petition by Buyaga residents who are contesting the give away of the land.
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- Zaake and his lawyer failed to access office
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The embattled parliamentary commissioner Francis Zaake has accused the Speaker of Parliament of abusing the law by keeping his office under lock and key. Zaake who found the office locked this morning says that the officers responsible for keeping the keys told him that these were no longer in their hands. He says it's contempt of court to be prohibited from accessing the office one month since the Constitutional Court ruled that he had wrongfully been removed from the job without necessary quorum. Weeks ago the Zombo woman MP who doubles as a parliamentary commissioner Esther Afoyochan stated that the commission had appealed against the decision of the Constitutional Court.
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- LRA survivors want government to rescue their relatives
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Trauma and stigma are still haunting survivors of the Abia massacre in Alebtong District since 2004 when rebels belonging to the Lord’s Resistance Army attacked a camp for the Internally Displaced People and abducted 60 people. Most of the abductees are relatives of the survivors. Since 2004, they have no idea where their relatives are and they are not sure whether they are dead or alive.
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- Col. Deo Akiiki says ADF rebels killed were crossing Lake Edward
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The UPDF says they have killed some Allied Democratic Forces rebels they have been tracking down since the attack on tourists last month. According to Col Deo Akiiki, the rebels were killed last night around Lake Edward off Kayanja Landing site in Kasese District. Two foreign tourists and their Ugandan guide were killed last month in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Col Akiiki says the operation is still going on.
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- Education Minister Janet Museveni donates shs50 million
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Minister of Education, Janet Kataha Museveni, has donated Shs50 million to Kasaana Junior School, where seven pupils died when their dormitory caught fire on Monday. The money was handed over to the school administrators by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Sports, Ketty Lamaro, last evening. Ms. Lamaro says the families of the deceased children will be given Shs5 million to cover burial expenses, and those who are in the hospital will be given Shs1 million each.
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- Masindi municipality Councillors almost beat speaker
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Masindi municipality speaker Tadeo Opio survived an attack by councillors who accused him of opposing a motion regarding the privatization of solid waste management during a council meeting at Masindi Municipal Chambers in Masindi municipality. Chaos erupted following the presentation of the Masindi municipality executive resolutions report to the council by the leader of government business. The report indicated that Masindi municipal council had privatized garbage management to James Ventures Uganda Limited, which would collect garbage from the community at costs ranging from 10,000 to 150,000 shs, depending on the type and size of the business.
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- Financing cervical cancer elimination | MorningAtNTV
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- 25:18
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Cervical cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. It is estimated that the prevalence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection among the general population in East Africa is 33%, compared to 11% worldwide. In Uganda, cervical cancer accounts for 80% of all female cancers and 40% in the Kampala Registry, clearly emphasizing the need for more action to address this pressing challenge. To provide further insight, we have Alvin Muhwezi, Head of Programmes at InPact, and Lynda Birungi, a Medical Service Provider at Reproductive Health Uganda.
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- Rehabilitation and social reintegration for fistula survivors | MorningAtNTV
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- 16:08
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Today, an estimated 2 million women in Africa are suffering from obstetric fistula caused by obstructed childbirth. However, when incorporating other types of fistula, the numbers are even higher. While most interventions have focused on improving clinical outcomes and preventing fistula through community outreach and education, it is crucial to highlight the significant need for rehabilitation and reintegration services as part of holistic fistula programming.
In Uganda, several projects aimed at addressing this issue have been outlined, with one of them being the Voice Fund. This initiative is supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands and executed by a consortium consisting of Oxfam Novib and Hivos.
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- ON THE GROUND: The Africa reclaimed the Pan African International Conference
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- 7:21
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Embracing digital payment solutions | MorningAtNTV
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- 19:07
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The use of digital payment systems in Uganda grew considerably for both mobile money service providers and banks in the year ending in June. To further amplify the rising trend in digital payment solutions, DFCU Bank and Pesapal have joined forces in a partnership aimed at elevating this sphere of the banking sector. Discussing this development in detail are Faridah Nalubega, Money Transfer Manager at DFCU Bank, and Maureen Njoroge, Country Manager at Pesapal.
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- Death toll rises to seven in Kasana junior school fire
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- 4:20
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The death toll from the tragic fire at Kasana Junior School's boys' dormitory in Masaka city has risen to seven. On Monday after the fire broke out, two pupils were reported to have died after a fire engulfed their dormitory. Today authorities at Kiruddu Referral Hospital confirmed that five more pupils had died. Masaka's deputy regional police commander, Jamada Wandera say they have intensified their investigation into the cause of the fire, although they first blamed it on an electric circuit. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- American couple pleads guilty to child torture, ordered to pay UGX 100M
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- An American couple Nicholas and Mackenzie Spencer have pleaded guilty to child torture, child neglect, unlawful stay in Uganda and employment without a permit or special pass. Appearing before Presiding Judge Alice Komuhangi of the International Crimes Division of the High Court. The prosecution alleges that the couple recruited, transported and maintained a 10-year-old using a position of vulnerability for purposes of exploitation between December 2020 and December 2021, at Naguru in Kampala. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- US-Uganda relations: Uganda to be removed from AGOA beneficiaries
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- 4:49
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The government is planning to start fresh negotiations with the US government following its intended move to strike Uganda off the list of countries with AGOA privileges, starting January 1st, 2024. These countries are eligible to export to the US tariff-free. The sanctions follow Uganda's decision to pass the Anti- Homosexuality Act, which America says is a tragic violation of universal human rights. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Uganda's oil production nears, biodiversity protection in focus
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- 6:11
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Uganda is on track to start oil production within the next two years, a venture that promises to add an average of US$6.28 billion annually to the nation’s GDP from the oil and gas sector. Despite the economic prospects, environmentalists are raising alarms about the potential negative impact on Albertine Graben's rich biodiversity. This report explores the measures being taken to protect this vulnerable ecosystem amidst the development of oil activities. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- UAC launches HIV guidelines to combat stigma
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Uganda Aids Commission has launched a translated version of the national policy guidelines on ending HIV stigma and discrimination among people living with disabilities. The associations of the deaf and blind, who are the beneficiaries, say the lack of vital information has forced many into risky behavior without a choice. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Frustration among fish maw dealers Over 8% tax impact
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Dealers in the fish maw have protested the 8 percent tax imposed by the government on the product in 2021, on the total value of the export. They told members of the House Agriculture Committee that the tax is running them out of business, with some operators having relocated to Kenya and Tanzania where the taxes are lower. The concern came as legislators commenced processing of a petition by the Fish Maws and Traders Association Uganda Limited, which was filed in July. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Arua Hills and KCCA FC draw, Mbarara City and Bright Stars share points, Bul FC on a winning streak
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Both Arua Hills FC and KCCA FC posted their first points of the season after playing to a 1-all draw in a Uganda Premier League game played today at Adjuman. Mbarara City FC played out a 1-all draw against visiting Bright Stars at Kakyeka Stadium in Mbarara city. Meanwhile, Bul FC continued their impressive start to the season with a sixth straight win of the season thus far. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- MUBS, Victoria University play to goalless draw in University Football League
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- MUBS and Victoria University played to a goalless draw in a group B University Football league at the Makerere University business school grounds in Nakawa. The results that leave Victory University at the Bottom of the log, improved MUBS' chances of qualifying for the knockout stage of the league. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Minister Beatrice Akello concerned about lack of supervision in Alebtong projects
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The state minister for economic monitoring Beatrice Akello has expressed concern at limited supervision of government projects in the Lango Sub-region. Her concern started in Alebtong, where she opened her tour of the sub-region. Juma Kirya has more. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- October inflation: Prices of commodities still rising
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Consumer prices continued to rise in October by 0.6% according to new figures released by the Uganda National Bureau of Statistics. The changes in prices were quoted especially in services, and other goods. Food such as vegetables, Matooke, and related items also saw a price increase of up to 2.4% in the same month. The increase in prices of Energy fuel and utilities was attributed to the rise in prices of water. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Eight arrested in Bwebajja land dispute exhumation
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Police in Kajjansi is holding eight people in connection with an attempt to exhume 12 bodies from a tract of land in Bwebajja village, Kajjansi town council, over the weekend. The exhumation was the result of a land wrangle there, which has also sucked in members of the Mmamba clan. Baker Mulinde reports: #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- NRM secretariat urges presidential candidates to avoid hate speech
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- 2:49
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The National Resistance Movement Secretariat is appealing to politicians interested in running for the presidency to avoid hate speech as it is detrimental to their political careers. Party Secretary General, Richard Todwong said that he has heard some politicians, make negative statements during public addresses. As Sudhir Byaruhanga reports, issues of bribery and lack of payment were raised as the party leadership met. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- East African Legislative Assembly reopens in Arusha amid ministerial absence
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The East African Legislative Assembly reopened for business today in the Tanzanian city of Arusha, after a four-month recess. However, the session was forced to commence in the absence of ministers for East African Affairs from the region. As Jjingo Francis reports this matter has upset the legislators. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Hospitality sector: Marriott sets eyes on safari lodges
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- 140-star beds have today been added to Uganda's hospitality sector to reduce the bed deficit of 40,000 that the country requires. The 40 million dollar proprietors of the point Sheraton hotel part of the Marriott group have set their eyes next to five-star safari facilities which Uganda still lacks. Betty ndagire reports. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Efforts being made to invest more in social protection
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- 3:34
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Civil Society Community is holding a special national dialogue on social protection with the aim of exploring ways to invest more in social protection. To help us understand the purpose of this dialogue, we have Gloria Nakajubi, Head of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Social Protection.
What is social protection, and could you provide an overview of the current social protection coverage in Uganda?
What proposals are available to expand social protection for young, able-bodied individuals who are not currently covered, as well as for the elderly?
What are some of the recommendations that emerged from the social protection dialogue at Hotel African today?
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- Female kickboxer Rebecca Amongi to compete in African Challenge Bout in Nigeria
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Female kickboxer Rebecca Amongi from the Police Kickboxing Club was flagged off yesterday by her coaches and the Uganda Kickboxing President, Malik Karisa, before setting off to Nigeria, where she will engage in an African Challenge bout against Nigeria's Gertrude Doose. The youthful kickboxer says she has had enough preparation and is eager for a win.
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- Booma FC makes comeback to defeat Police FC 2-1 in BetPawa big league
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- 0:11
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Booma FC came from behind to beat Police FC 2-1 in the BetPawa Big League last evening. Police went ahead through Petr Ogwang before the home team hit back with Denis Niwamanya, who scored twice.
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- American couple pleads guilty to child exploitation in Uganda
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- An American couple, Nicholas and Mackenzie Spencer, have pleaded guilty to child torture, child neglect, unlawful stay in Uganda, and employment without a permit or special pass. While appearing before Presiding Judge Alice Komuhangi of the International Crimes Division of the High Court, the prosecution alleges that the couple recruited, transported, and maintained a 10-year-old in a position of vulnerability for purposes of exploitation between December 2020 and December 2021 in Naguru, Kampala.
The couple spent 104 days in Uganda's Luzira prison before being granted bail in March 2023 by the High Court. In their plea to the court, the couple says they regret their actions but also claim that the child had exceedingly difficult behavioral problems such as fighting and cutting other children at school.
Justice Komuhangi has ordered the couple to pay 100 million shillings to the victim, to be deposited in a special account at the Bank of Uganda. The Director o...
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- Security strengthen measures in Kisoro to counter terrorism
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Security agencies in Kisoro District have beefed up security at major checkpoints to counter terrorist threats. According to the Deputy Resident District Commander, Robert Tukamuhebwa, the district security committee resolved to intensify security forces at the Kanaba Checkpoint, as well as at all porous entry points on the Rwanda and DR Congo borders.
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- Death toll in Masaka school dormitory fire rises to seven
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The death toll from the Masaka city-based Kasana Junior School boys' dormitory fire has risen to seven. On Monday, two pupils were confirmed dead after an inferno ripped through their dormitory. The five new casualties succumbed to fire wounds at Kiruddu Referral Hospital, where they had been rushed for treatment. According to the Masaka deputy regional police commander, Jamada Wandera, they are still investigating this grim incident to establish the cause of the fire
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- Youths in Hoima to boost tourism near Kabalega international airport
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The youths in Hoima District intend to promote Community and Agri-Tourism to tap into tourists who will be using the Kabalega International Airport in Kabaale Sub County. They have already documented all the tourist attractions in their communities, and this type of tourism will be carried out at the parish level. Justus Mukiibi, the District Parish Entrepreneurs Learning Association (PELA) Chairperson for Hoima, says they are planning to start with 34 parishes, both in the city and the district. These revelations were made during a youth meeting organized by Gudie Leisure Farm held in Busanga Village, Buraru Sub-County, Hoima District
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- Fish mows dealers say the sector has a hostile taxation system
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Committee of Parliament on Agriculture has commenced hearings into a petition against the high taxes charged on fish maw. The chairperson of the agriculture committee, Janet Akori-Moe, says that processing the petition, which was handed over to Speaker Among in July, was delayed by the recess. Members of the Fish Maw and Traders Association Uganda Limited have decried the unfair international trading system of fish maw.
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- NMG group contributes shs108 million shillings towards Kyabazinga Royal wedding preparations
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Nation Media Group has made a 108 million shillings contribution towards the Kyabazinga royal wedding preparations. The cheque was handed over to the Busoga Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Osman Noor Muhammad, by the managing director of the Nation Media Group, Tonny Glencross, at the company headquarters in Namuwongo, Kampala.
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- Global business of sport for alternative future |Morning At NTV
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- 44:54
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Sports has evolved into a massive global business. Nowadays, it means significant financial gains for all stakeholders, be it athletes, corporations, advertisers, or the governing bodies responsible for overseeing the sport. The infusion of million-dollar deals has become the norm rather than the exception, offering opportunities for all involved. Billions of dollars are invested in sporting events, teams, sports-related equipment, and apparel. The management of teams and venues is a crucial aspect of the broader sports industry.
In July 1991, Sports Illustrated published a special issue with two articles that attempted to predict what the sports landscape would look like a decade later. Fast forward to the 21st century, and both sports and the global business revolving around it have not only weathered various challenges but have also emerged as one of the most influential corporate-entertainment sectors in history.
Today, we delve into the dynamics of this ...
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- Update On Preparations For Mass Renewal Of National IDs |Morning At NTV
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- 26:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is currently in the process of making preparations for a large-scale enrollment and renewal initiative for National Identification (ID) cards scheduled for 2023. The initial batch of 15.8 million identity cards, printed and issued during the 2014/2015 period, is set to expire between August 2024 and June 2025. Consequently, this necessitates their renewal.
While the mass renewal and registration process was initially slated for August 2023, it has been rescheduled. To provide us with updates and insights on this matter, we have Rosemary Kisembo, the Executive Director of NIRA.
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- Edtech: Building digital tools that empower teachers and learners
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- 27:51
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- FDC urges release of local council unit election roadmap
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- The Forum for Democratic Change has tasked the Independent Electoral Commission to release the Local Council Unit road map ahead of planned elections. Party President Patrick Oboi Amuriat accuses the electoral commission of failing to hold the polls, even as the NRM continues to raise funds for the campaigns under the guise of running Parish development model projects. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- US-Uganda Relations: Exclusive interview with ambassador William Popp
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- 5:14
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- US Ambassador to Uganda, William Popp has expressed concern at Uganda's human rights record. His concern came during an exclusive interview with NTV, in which he addressed a wide range of issues, including the implications of the controversial anti-homosexuality law and the future of PEPFAR funding in Uganda. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Police warn drivers of armed Robbers targeting fuel tankers
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Police has alerted drivers of fuel trucks that they are now vulnerable to armed thugs who hold operators at gunpoint and drive off with the fuel tankers, to steal the petroleum. Last week, police recovered a stolen fuel tanker with 34 tonnes of kerosene before the fuel was emptied. Another tanker was intercepted in Wandago-Magamaga along the Iganga-Kampala Highway and fuel was emptied at Afra fuel station in Kubbiri, Kamuli Road in Jinja North Division. Two suspects have been arrested as police investigations continue. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Traders decry high interest rates: Chamber of commerce has new board
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- 2:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Kampala City Traders Association is urging the Uganda National Chamber of Commerce to create avenues of negotiating with the government to ensure businesses are not heavily taxed, checking high-interest rates on investment capital among other issues. These remarks were by Thadeus Musoke, city traders secretary-general on the sidelines of the recent chamber of commerce meeting. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Minerals conference: More potential in rare earth minerals
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- With the advent of electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies, the need for rare earth minerals is high globally. China today controls the rare earth market and the rest of the world wants to find alternatives. This is where Uganda has an advantage. As Racheal Nabisubi reports, Investors warn that Uganda should desist from unnecessary project delays to reap big from these minerals. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Title
- Opposition to sue government over missing members
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- 5:55
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The opposition has unveiled plans to sue the government to reveal the whereabouts of 18 party members said to be missing. In an interview with NTV, the leader of OPposition Mathias Mpuuga indicated that they plan to use Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja as a key witness in Court. This comes after she made comments about one of those missing, John Bosco Kibalama, who was abducted during the 2021 campaign season. The call comes as Mpuuga marks two and a half years as leader of the opposition.
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- Title
- FDC's Lukwago to seek justice at East African court over human rights abuses
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- 3:59
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The president of the FDC Katonga faction Erias Lukwago has revealed that he will seek justice at the East African Court of Justice on the matter of human rights abuse in the country. Lukwago says the move followed the failure by the Uganda Human Rights Commission to address the abuses on several occasions. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- Two pupils die in dormitory fire
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- 3:26
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Police in Masaka have confirmed the death of two pupils, who perished in a fire that gutted a dormitory at Kasana Junior School Nyendo in Masaka City today. The victims have been identified as Aloysius Ahebwa and Malik Katende of top class, while 10 others were critically injured and have been transferred to the burns unit at Kirudde Hospital for specialist care. Preliminary investigations by police have attributed the fire outbreak to an electricity short circuit. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- IGG explains withdrawal of case against former UNBS boss Ebiru
- Runtime
- 2:29
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Inspectorate of Government has revealed that the lack of substantive evidence warranted the withdrawal of bribery charges against the former managing director of Uganda National Bureau of Standards David Livingstone Ebiru. However, Deputy Inspector General of Government Patricia Achan Okiria says the move does not take away their determination to end corruption and this has saved the taxpayer of much-needed money if the accused had been able to win the case. #NTVNews #NTVTonight #NTVWeekendEdition
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- FDC calls out gov’t on delayed LC elections
- Runtime
- 7:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The president of the Forum for Democratic Change, Patrick Amuriat, has accused the ruling National Resistance Movement of postponing Local Council elections to buy time so that the outcome is in its favor. He says the ongoing Parish Development Model implementation is one of the tactics being used to bribe voters to vote for NRM candidates. Amuriat has tasked the Electoral Commission to release the LC election roadmap without further delay
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- Uganda Parliamentary Forum urges media to prioritize employee social protection
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Social Protection has called for media organizations to prioritize the social protection of their employees, especially in the face of potential occupational hazards. Silas Aogon, Member of Parliament for Kumi Municipality, said some organizations still do not pay the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) contributions, and their employees lack health insurance. Relatedly, the forum has called upon NIRA to collaborate closely to ensure the proper registration of eligible persons to benefit from Social Assistance Grants for Empowerment (SAGE) as a number of them are still missing out.
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- Uganda and South Sudan peace talks amid border conflicts
- Runtime
- 0:24
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Uganda and South Sudan are still engaging in peace talks following conflicts between Ugandans in Koboko and Yumbe districts and Sudanese from the Central Equatorial Forest. According to Police Spokesperson Fred Enanga, another meeting was held last week in Yumbe. The Governor of Central Equatorial represented South Sudan, and the Ugandan delegation was led by the State Minister for Defence. Selling land on the Uganda-South Sudan border has been halted until clear boundaries between Uganda and South Sudan are established
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