A 14-year-old girl, scheduled to sit for her final Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) starting today, November 6, has given birth. The girl is a pupil at Butenga Church of Uganda Primary School in Bukomansimbi district. According to her teachers, they were unaware of her pregnancy until November 5, when she …
Read More »Why are black cats considered bad luck?
This belief can make life difficult for these innocent animals, especially when people choose not to adopt them or harm them out of fear. But where did these superstitions come from, and why do they still exist today? The history behind the beliefs The idea of black cats being unlucky …
Read More »Baltasar Engonga’s Biography: Education, career, 400 sex tapes scandal
However, his career has recently been overshadowed by a significant scandal involving explicit videos that have garnered widespread media attention. Early Life and Education Born in 1970, Engonga has built a career as an economist and public servant. He is the son of Baltasar Engonga Edjoo, a notable figure who …
Read More »How scandals like Baltasar Ebang Engonga’s reflect the hidden power dynamics in Equatorial Guinea’s elite circles [Opinion]
The Power Dynamics at Play: Family Ties and Political Influence Equatorial Guinea is known for its concentrated political power, where family ties frequently intersect with governance. Baltasar Ebang Engonga, often referred to as the “financial crime boss” of Equatorial Guinea, holds significant authority as head of the country’s National Agency …
Read More »Equity NARO Open returns for 4th edition this weekend in Namulonge
Uganda’s amateur and professional golfers are set to converge this weekend for the 4th Annual Equity NARO Open at the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club in Namulonge, Wakiso District. The Equity NARO Open has become a landmark event for the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club, which is located at the …
Read More »Footballer instantly killed after lightning struck him on the pitch (VIDEO)
On Sunday afternoon, lightning struck a football game in Peru, killing one player and injuring several others. The unfortunate incident happened shortly after the referee had stopped play because of the approaching storm. The game was a local match between Juventud Bellavista and Familia Chocca in the central Peruvian town …
Read More »MPs set for showdown as parliament on coffee
Yesterday, the Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, held a press conference at Parliament, where he vowed that opposition MPs would stand firm in defence of coffee farmers’ economic empowerment. Possible arrests Despite reports of increased security presence and looming arrests, Ssenyonyi assured the public that they would not be …
Read More »Actor Charles Okocha announces he is getting married!
Taking to Instagram on November 5, 2024, the actor posted a series of booed-up pictures with his wife-to-be, sporting different stunning attire. In his caption, he launched their official wedding hashtag, “#MICHARLES2024.” Filled with excitement for the star, his fans took to the comment section with congratulatory messages and prayers. …
Read More »U.S. presidential election – everything you need to know
The race began between Democratic President Joe Biden and former Republican President Donald Trump, both of whom had won their respective parties’ primaries. However, after a disastrous debate performance, President Biden withdrew from the race in July. Vice President Kamala Harris, 60, subsequently won the Democratic Party’s nomination instead. Kamala …
Read More »Trump in early lead; final results expected in days
However, both candidates still had potential paths to reach the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency. The contest is widely expected to hinge on the outcomes in seven pivotal swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Pre-election opinion polls indicated a neck-and-neck race in …
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