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November, 2024

  • 11 November

    68% of Ugandans live in poverty, says Report

    Climatic changes (22%) and low crop yields (15%), an increase in the price of commodities (9%), and low income (9%), are some of the reasons for the deteriorating standards of living and rising costs of living, says the report. “These different responses highlight that individual citizens and households face different …

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  • 11 November

    LAGESC evicts 84 illegal occupants under Eko bridge

    Its Corps Marshal, retired Maj. Olanini Cole disclosed this in a statement in Lagos on Monday by the agency’s Spokesperson, Lukman Ajayi. Cole said that one person who allegedly built an eight-room toilet and linked the pipes to the Lagoon was also arrested during the operation. He said that the …

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  • 11 November

    Baffudde FC triumphs in grand finale as champions of the St. Lawrence League

    In an electrifying close to the Guinness sponsored St. Lawrence League on Sunday, Bafudde FC clinched the title as champions, solidifying their season-long dominance despite a hard-fought 1–0 loss to Vandals FC in their final game. The St. Lawrence League is an alumni league for the St. Lawrence Academy, Schools, …

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  • 11 November

    Bukedea Gets New District Police Commander

    DPC Lorika (courtesy photo By George Emuron) By George Emuron   BUKEDEA   Bukedea district has got a new district police Officer after the transfer of Richard Asiimwe who served nearly one year as district police commander for Bukedea.   Asiimwe has been transferred to Lwengo in the same position …

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  • 11 November

    Barcelona Legends versus Ghana Legends match in Kumasi canceled, new dates?

    However, the match did not happen yesterday as the legends of the Barcelona side did not arrive in the country. The team took to their official Instagram page on Saturday, November 9, 20244 to announce the cancellation of the game. No new date has been decided for the game and …

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  • 11 November

    Nyege Nyege 2024; here’s all you need to know

    Seven Stages of Non-Stop Entertainment This year, the festival’s seven stages will each offer a distinct musical experience. The Main Stage will feature headlining acts, while the Hakuna Kulala Stage and the Dark Star Stage are set to showcase underground talent and experimental sounds. For reggae lovers, the Reggae Stage …

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  • 11 November

    Femi Ogunsanwo on role as showrunner for Showmax Original, ‘Omera’

    As African streaming platforms continue to grow, Showmax has solidified itself as a powerful storyteller, producing content that captures the diverse realities, dreams, and dramas of African life. With each new original series, Showmax broadens its storytelling palette, diving deep into tales that are both authentically local and universally resonant. …

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  • 11 November

    Police warns of rising incidents of passengers being drugged and robbed on buses

    Police have raised concerns over a trend of criminals drugging passengers on buses and robbing them of their belongings. In recent incidents, bus travellers, especially on routes from Kampala to Kigali, have been targeted by criminals who use sedatives to incapacitate their victims. In one case on November 5, 2024, …

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  • 11 November

    SERERE DISTRICT WOMAN MP 2026 RACE: Medic Promises to Send Minister Adoa Packing

    By George Emuron and David Oila   SERERE   A medical practitioner Deborah Akiteng has this afternoon Monday 11th, Nov 2024 released shocking news after expressing her interest to oust the incumbent, State Minister for fisheries Hellen Adoa in coming 2026 polls District Woman MP.   Ms. Akiteng hails from …

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  • 11 November

    West Ham’s Michail Antonio arrives in Ghana to visit his academy

    When Antonio touched down in Accra, he was welcomed by a number of Ghanaian West Ham fans at the Kotoka International Airport arrival hall. In a video circulating online, the 34-year-old was adorned with two sashes with the inscriptions “Welcome, Antonio” and “Beyond The Return”—an extension of the government’s successful …

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