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    The 2024 9th edition is running under the theme Afrogalactic Carnival, blending music with ancestral traditions, and will take place at a brand new site on 12 acres at the Source of the Nile, Njeru. The new venue is intended to provide festivalgoers with a more convenient experience, eliminating the need to walk long distances between stages.
    South Sudan’s victory closes the door on Congo's qualification hopes, as they needed a win to stay in contention. The Cranes will now face South Africa's Bafana Bafana at Mandela National Stadium-Namboole on Friday, both teams competing for the top spot in the group, though both have already secured qualification.

    Teachers Involved in Examination Malpractice Denied Bail

    Anyone found in possession of exam papers or materials is guilty of an offense under Section 25(1) of the UNEB Act and faces a maximum fine of one thousand currency points, or a maximum sentence of five years in prison, or both. Ten million shillings is equal to five thousand currency points.

    Uganda’s Female Boxing Star Dominates Nigerian Opponent in MMA Championship

    In 2022, Amongi also defeated Felista Mugo, a Kenyan fighter who had not lost in five years, to clinch the East and Central Africa featherweight MMA title. Amongi won a gold medal at the Cairo Africa Kickboxing Championship in Egypt in 2021.

    Speaker Directs Minister Amongi to Give Comprehensive Report on GROW Project Benefits

    On August 28, 2024, GROW launched an initiative that will offer quick and affordable loans to women entrepreneurs. The Grow Loan is available at Stanbic Bank and Equity Bank, Finance Trust Bank, DFCU Bank, Centenary Bank, and Post Bank.

    Uganda’s Agriculture Ministry Calls for Adoption of Modern Agriculture for Food Security

    Unpredictable weather patterns, prolonged droughts, and floods are already signs of climate change's effects, which pose a serious threat to food production.

    IGG Kamya Urges Ugandans to Live Within Their Means to Combat Corruption

    The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Kamya Turwomwe, has encouraged Ugandans to live within their means and avoid corruption, saying that corruption is the biggest regret that the country has today.

    Four Arraigned in Court for Extorting PDM Beneficiaries in Fort Portal

    “The accused fraudulently obtained money from several PDM beneficiaries from the villages of Harubaho and Kyamuhoro in Kibasi Town Council and Nyansozi village in Mugusu Town Council between the months of November 2023 and September 2024, claiming it was a prerequisite for processing their funds whereas not.”

    Uganda Cricket Association Launches ICC Challenge League B ahead of Hosting Game

    Six teams—Uganda, Bahrain, Hong Kong, China, Italy, Singapore, and Tanzania—will be playing in Uganda at the Entebbe and Lugogo Cricket Ovals.

    Shs10 Trillion is Lost Annually to Corruption—IGG Kamya

    The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Beti Kamya Turwomwe, has revealed that the government loses Shs10 trillion annually to corruption, accounting for over 44% of the annual revenue collections.

    UNEB Imposes Surcharge for Late UACE CA Submissions

    The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has imposed surcharges for late Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) Continuous Assessment (CA) scores.

    MAK Guild President Appeals to President Museveni to Give Ideological Lectures to Students

    Makerere University Guild President, Vincent Lubega Nsamba, has asked HE Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to regularly visit the university to provide ideological guidance to the students.

    Coach Put Summons 27 Cranes Players to Face South Sudan

    Uganda has so far played two games topping Group K with four points, having drawn 2-2 against South Africa and a 2-0 win at home against Congo.

    Uganda Opens Doors to Chinese Market for Wild Aquatic Products, Dried Chilies

    The government will keep negotiating with China to conclude the other pending protocols on avocado, meat, and Custer oil, among others.

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