The Rwandan parliament is debating a draft law whereby clerics would have to have a degree in theology before being allowed to preach. The authorities say it is important to bring order into churches and mosques, where unqualified clerics often mislead congregations. Earlier this year, about 700 churches were shut
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It has emerged that Members of Parliament (MPs) especially from the ruling NRM party asked President Yoweri Museveni to provide them with armed security. This was revealed by the Speaker of Parliament, Rebecca Kadaga on July 12, 2018 after Thomas Tayebwa, the Ruhinda North County MP (NRM) said he has
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Kampala goat races were officially launched Friday evening after taking a break for about six years. Ruparelia Group official led by Rajiv Ruparelia, Sheena Ruparelia and Meera Ruparelia launched the goat races at Speke Apartments, Wampewo at an event that show music star Moses Ssali aka Bebe Cool entertain guests.
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Former US president Barack Obama has revealed a list of books by African authors that he recommends for his annual summer reading list. “This week, I’m traveling to Africa for the first time since I left office – a continent of wonderful diversity, thriving culture, and remarkable stories,” Obama said
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The UN Secuirity Council has imposed an arms embargo on South Sudan and sanctions on two military officials, BBC reports. Nine countries backed the US-drafted resolution. Russia, China and four other countries abstained. US Ambassador Nikki Haley told the council that support for the arms embargo will send a message
Read MoreThis consensus affirms the parties’ commitment to realize the desires of the Mozambican people for a lasting peace MAPUTO, Mozambique, July 13, 2018,-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The United States Government congratulates the President of the Republic of Mozambique, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, and the Coordinator of the Renamo Political Commission, Ossufo
Read MoreThis consensus affirms the parties’ commitment to realize the desires of the Mozambican people for a lasting peace MAPUTO, Mozambique, July 13, 2018,-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The United States Government congratulates the President of the Republic of Mozambique, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, and the Coordinator of the Renamo Political Commission, Ossufo
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Uganda Cranes forward Farouk Miya has joined Croatian side HNK Gorica from Standard Liege, reports FUFA official partners Airtel. HNK Gorica and Standard Liege reached a deal and Miya signed a two-year contract with an option of a one year extension. Miya has struggled to find time to play since
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Police have arrested one of the ‘kanyamas’ claiming to be a bodyguard to Kyadondo East MP, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu aka Bobi Wine. His name wants revealed. ALSO READ: Bobi Wine Defeats Police In Anti-Social Media Tax Demo “The suspect assaulted officers, obstructed officers on lawful duty and stole handcuffs during
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MTN Group Ltd. workers in South Africa are set to go on strike after a breakdown in wage talks between Africa’s biggest mobile-phone company by subscribers and a key labor group, Bloomberg reports. The Communications Workers Union sent MTN an intention to strike and 120 protesters gathered outside the company’s
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