Sudan's rulers have agreed that those wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) will appear there. The commitment came at peace talks between Sudan's government and rebel groups from the Darfur region. The decision paves the way for ex-President Omar al-Bashir to be sent to The Hague to face charges
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Cranes Players Yet To Receive Shs1bn Museveni Pledge Following 2019 Afcon Exploits
Uganda Cranes players have reportedly threatened not to take part in the next Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) and World Cup qualifiers if the money isn’t the Shs1bn pledge made by President Yoweri Museveni following their performance in the 2019 Afcon held in Cairo, Egypt isn’t paid, Allan Ssewanyana (Makindye
Read MorePresident Uhuru Kenyatta has told mourners at the state funeral of former President Daniel arap Moi that "he is not mourning the passing of an icon" but celebrating a "statesman and a giant in history". He said Mr Moi's life journey closely mirrors all the stages of the country. “He
Read MoreGovernment has already used up the Shs15bn earmarked to fight desert locusts, Stephen Tibeijuka (pictured), a Commissioner at the Ministry of Agriculture has said. It is worth noting that locust invasion into Uganda was confirmed on Sunday, prompting Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda to convene an emergency meeting on 9th February,
Read MoreSpeaker of Parliament, Rebecca Kadaga, has expressed disappointment with the Ministry of Finance for not providing funds meant for the Tree Fund which is provided for in the National Forestry and Tree Planting Act, 2003. Kadaga said this as she flagged off a 330km run targeting the restoration of forest
Read MoreThe Committee for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries led by its Chairperson, Janet Okori-Moe will lobby government to put special emphasis on avocado farming. During the Committee visit to Musubi farm on Thursday, 06 February 2020, Okori-Moe said that intention of the visit was for them to acquaint themselves with
Read MoreHere Is Bill And Melinda Gates’ 2020 Annual Letter Reflecting On The First Two Decades Of Their Foundation
Today, Bill and Melinda Gates share their 2020 Annual Letter, "Why We Swing for the Fences: Reflecting on the First Two Decades of Our Foundation." In this year's letter, Bill and Melinda reflect on what they've learned over the past two decades and how the world - and their work
Read MoreCity tycoon, Rajiv Ruparelia (pictured) has said Government should fast track the law that will allow Ugandans grow marijuana for medical purposes, arguing that it will boost the country’s economy. In an interview with Sanyu FM over the weekend, Rajiv said he is waiting for the Cabinet to pass the
Read MoreAfrica’s Female Fund Managers To Receive Major Boost Through Launch Of A Multi-Million Dollar Fund
African leaders are putting women front and center of efforts to drive the continent's economic growth through a game-changing fund that invests in women fund managers and also provides technical assistance. The launch of the African Women Leadership Fund (AWLF) will provide capital to both first time and experienced fund
Read MoreAfrican Union Heads of State and Government during the 33rd Ordinary Session of the Assembly in Addis Ababa,Ethiopia The newly elected Chairperson of the African Union, Cyril Ramaphosa, also President of South Africa, has noted with concern that Africa still remains a hotbed of terrorism and conflict saying it’s a
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