PRESIDENT Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has mourned the death of former Kenyan President Daniel Arap Moi saying It is no doubt that Kenya, East Africa and the entire continent has lost a great leader.
Mzee Moi’s death was announced today morning.
Museveni has said, “I learnt with sadness about the death of Mzee Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi, the former president of Kenya. I first met Mzee Moi in 1979 after the defeat of Amin.”
“Later, when we waged the Liberation Struggle, he was critical and we kept him abreast of our struggle. He actually worked as a mediator in the 1985 Peace Talks.” Museveni’s condolence message reads.
On what Museveni will always remember about Moi, he has said, “Mzee Moi was an active East African. He supported the East African Community and its integration. Him, Mzee Hassan Mwinyi and myself revived what had become the defunct EAC.”
“He was a true Pan-Africanist, who worked closely with the masses. He was also a deeply religious person. My condolences and that of Ugandans to His Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta, the Moi family and all Kenyans on the passing of this icon.” Said President Museveni
EXPRESS FC has sacked George Ssimwogere following the club’s poor run of form since he took over, they are win-less in four of their last five games in this season’s second round.
The former Red Eagles’ defender replaced Kefa Kisaala around February 2019.
His first game was a 1:0 loss away to BUL FC and his first win was also away 2:0 against Nyamityobora, but failed to turn around the club’s fortunes during his spell in charge.
Its embarrassing 6:1 thumping by rivals Police FC and Sunday’s 1:0 defeat by Mbarara City in the league was the side’s fourth consecutive game without a win and Express has slipped to 13th in the Uganda Premier League managing only 21 points from the 20 games played.
In a letter dated 4th February, 2020, the club expressed their appreciation for his services but could no longer continue with him.
News Editor can confirm that Wasswa Bbosaa former a Express player and formerly at Tooro United has taken over as head coach and will be assisted by James Odoch who was relieved of his duties at Wakiso giants after the arrival of Livingstone Mbabazi, with Sam Kawalya the goal keeping coach. Their task is to see Mukwanogw’abangi who are one point above the drop zone, avoid relegation and back to their glory days.
ARUA prominent businessman Jackson Lee Atima who is also an NRM party mobilizer has cautioned residents in Arua about prioritizing their sanitation and personal hygiene to avoid contracting diseases that will affect their lives and impact on them economically and socially.
This was during Tarehe Sita preparation clean up exercise within town that was graced by the Deputy RDC of Arua Ms Alice Akelo.
Jackson Atima who decried the failure of some fathers to take charge of their responsibilities and placing the burden on their women to take care of children, feed, cloth & educate while for them they are busy in deep political talk said this is why poverty is eating up families and many are breaking each day that passby.
“We must leave by example. Let us carry the responsibilities as fathers because Bible calls us Heads of the family. To all our residents, maintain sanitation and hygien in your families and our City.” Said Atima.
Arua was among municipalities elevated to a City Status and expected to set off in July 2020.
Atima promised the people of Arua to aggressively, “Follow up on H.E President Museveni’s promise of ensuring that West Nile is connected to the national grid to enhance investment within the region and creation of more employment opportunities for the youth and women cottage, fabrication and value addition small scale industries.”
During the clean up, UPDF was led by Colonel Jackson Kayanza, the Brigade Commander of 409 Brigade best in West Nile.
Col Kayanza advised women to always promote peace in their homes as they are the founding pillars of families and whatever they sow into their children will manifest itself within society.
Atima, RDC Akello and Col. Kayanja during Arua city clean up
RDC Akelo warned the youth against expecting to get free things from their families and politicians, but advised them to engage in gainful employment like craftsmanship and agriculture to prepare themselves for a brighter future and families.
AFRICA’S Great Stateman Daniel Toroitich arap Moi, former Kenyan President has been today Tuesday morning announced dead at the age of 96!
He served as Kenya President from 1978 to 2002. Before this, he was the Acting President of Kenya (1978–1978), Deputy President of Kenya (1967–1978). He was nicknamed as; Nyayo, Baba Moi, Mtukufu Rais, Baba wa Taifa. He became president as a result of the death of the then president Mzee Jomo Kenyatta.
RT. HON. REBECCA Alitwala Kadaga, Speaker Parliament of Uganda who doubles as Kamuli district woman MP was hosted on Rubaga Miracle Centre owned Channel 44 tv by senior talkshow host Moses Kanala from where she minced no words about the untouchable corrupt government officials.
Speaker Kadaga said Parliament is enacting laws but there are un touchable who don’t want to know about laws and have continued breaking them.
“Our role as Parliament is to make laws. We don’t enforce them. As Parliament, we don’t have our police. Enforcing and implementation is not our duty. Yes we have made many laws but the un touchable are breaking them. So what do you want us to do?” Asked Kadaga.
This was after, Mr. Moses Kanala put it to the Speaker that she sent a team of Members of parliament to investigate illegal sand mining in Lwera wetlands located along Kampala Masaka road and those involved, were stopped by Parliament but they have continued mining.
“Rt. Hon. Speaker, some of our people think your Parliament is just a barking dog. And you cant even bite mere sand miners?” Asked Kanala.
In her response, Kadaga said, “As for me, I use my pen and brain. I lead parliament to make proposals on such matters. If those with powers to implement choose to fold their hands, why do you put the blame on parliament? We have perfectly done our job and everything is captured in the Hansard. History will judge us right.”
Kadaga said, those who think they are above the law are the ones underlooking parliament. She wondered why corrupt big fish are not brought to books showing fears on government – will to end corruption in Uganda.
KADAGA DODGES MBABAZI’S POMA QUESTION
On some laws enacted by Parliament, Mr. Kanala told Speaker Kadaga that they are made in bad spirit.
He cited some like former Premier Amama Mbabazi’s Public Order Management Act (POMA) which he said, it intended to block opposition meetings.
“Look at some laws made by your Parliament. Little did Rt. Hon. Amama Mbabazi know that at a certain time he will fall a victim to his own law. What does Mbabazi think now?” Kanala asked.
“Go and ask Mbabazi.” Kadaga replied. “Where will I find him?” He shot back. “Isn’t he in Kampala? Go look for him.” Kadaga said.
MAIDS IN MIDDLE-EAST
On Uganda maids who go to Middle East for jobs but end up being tortured and some killed, Speaker Kadaga said parliament is looking at putting aside funds to help Uganda’s Embassy in the Arab Countries work on Ugandans who are tortured and want to return back home.
She said, as Parliament, they are working tirelessly to make sure, there are genuine agreements between the two countries so that, Ugandans who go for jobs it is clear on how much they will be paid, what are the working conditions and when are they returning.
Smartly dressed in Ekitengi, Kadaga talked about members of Parliamentary Equal Opportunities who visited these Arab countries to see the conditions under which Ugandans are working.
“I also visited Abu Dhabi and directed the ministry of Gender and Labour to monitor companies taking our children abroad to see whether they are genuine.” Said Kadaga.
She hailed a proposal of government to fully get involved in taking Ugandans to Arab countries, pay for all requirements because some youth don’t have the required sums of money required.
WE WILL NOT REDUCE PRESIDENTIAL NOMINATION FEE – KADAGA
The Speaker who was received amidst tight security was asked to comment on Uganda Shillings 20 Million presidential nomination fee which is likely to block many youth of 18 years to contest for president in 2021.“The amended article 102 (b), years for one to stand for president was cut to 18yrs. Tell us Speaker, where do you expect a youth at that age to get that nomination fee from? Why did you hike the nomination fee for presidents from 8M to 20M and for MP from Shs 200,000 to 3M? Isn’t this discrimination?” Asked Kanala. In her response, Kadaga said the nomination fee for MPs needs to be reduced, “But one to stand for president of 40M Ugandans, you can’t fail to raise 20M. When these presidential and parliament reforms were passed towards 2016 elections, I wasn’t around. I wouldn’t have allowed such MPs’ nomination fee. We are going to look into it.”
On a question of democracy, Kadaga said, “We have democracy that every after 5 years our country goes for a General election. You stand and either win or lose. People decide on who to lead them. If that is not democracy, tell me, what is that?”
Asked about how relevant is the East African community (EAC) to Uganda, Rt. Hon. Kadaga said it helps so much to boost the economy.
She however talked about reports of Tanzania and Rwanda blocking the sale of Uganda Sugar to their countries and Burundi in 2018, blocking the entry of Uganda Scouts for a camp in this country.
Asked about why Parliament didn’t buy the idea of East African Passport, Kadaga said they were not fully convinced about how this idea came up, which agreements were made prior this move and who brought the project.
“So we decided not to buy into it and me am still using my Uganda passport.” She said.
VETTING COMMITTEE
Kanala put it to the Speaker that the Parliamentary Appointments committee which she heads that is mandated to vetting those appointed by the president, is fond of clearing many without requirements like academic qualifications and that is why, it is done behind the camera.
Kadaga however denied this allegation, saying, “On working behind cameras, I personally asked committee members to allow journalists in but they refused.
About clearing those without qualification, it is not true. In the last cabinet appointment, we threw away five names of would be ministers.”
COSASE REPORT
When Mr. Kanala put it to Speaker Kadaga that Ugandans were disappointed by the tabled MP Katuntu Bank of Uganda probe committee report because their expectations were not met, she said, “As Parliament, we did our work of investigating and will come with proposals. Then give everything to those who are supposed to implement. After six month, we expect them to give us feed back about our recommendations.” Said Kadaga who repeatedly said, wasn’t in position to debate COSASE report on tv.
She talked about the natural death of Kasese report when UPDF army attacked Omusinga’s palace leaving many dead.
“If you tell someone to work on that report and that person doesn’t come back to you, what do you do?”Asked Kadaga. Kanala put it to Madam Speaker that, MPs who were working on Kasese report were intimidated and chose to move out of the deal.
Callers saluted Kadaga for her efforts in Kamuli to extend clean water, solar power, tarmac roads and other developments beneficial to the masses.
Speaker Kadaga in her official Benz, leaving after Channel 44 tv showPr. Robert Kayanja, proprietor of Channel 44tv talking to Kadaga before handing a book gift to the Speaker
Pr. Robert Kayanja, after the show, thanked Kadaga for serving Ugandans and gave her a book as a gift.
UGANDA Head of State Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today evenning revealed the reason behind powerful Israel Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Wife Sarah Netanyahu visit.
In a statement to media, Museveni has saI’d, “I welcome Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara to Uganda again. He is the only Israel PM to visit Uganda and doing so more than once shows the strong relations we have.”
“We have had long discussions on bilateral issues. Uganda and Israel are cooperating in areas of; Agriculture, Security, Health sector and ICT among others. We also discussed the issue of opening embassies in the two countries.” Writes Mr. Museveni adding, “Prime Minister Netanyahu has proposed the issue of having direct flights between Tel Aviv and Entebbe, and this is something we are going to take up, now that Uganda Airlines is operational.”
“Meanwhile, the Israeli national carrier can begin flying to Uganda as soon as they are ready. I thank PM Netanyahu and his wife for visiting Uganda and wish them well.” Announced by Mr. President
Museveni and Janet welcoming Netanyahu and Wife Sarah
NEWS from State House Entebbe, The Fountain of Honour H.E President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the first lady Janet Kataha Museveni have today evenning received the Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Wife Sarah Netanyahu. (Details about the visit will be uploaded)
Rt Hon Benjamin Netanyahu signs the visitors book at State House Entebbe as wife Sarah Netanyahu looks on.
THE Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) has today held the Round of 32 draws of the Uganda Cup at FUFA House, Mengo.
It was a draw full of enthusiasm as defending champions Proline will be up against Admin FC that eliminated Police FC in the round of 64.
Vipers tormentors and Buganda Regional outfits Kajjansi United were drawn against old timers SC Villa in match 44. 12 time champions Express FC have face fellow Premier League side Maroons FC whereas KCCA FC will be home against Bukedea Town Council FC among others.
The games will be played between 11th to 16th February 2020. It should be noted that the winners of Uganda Uganda Cup automatically qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup.
Stanbic Uganda Cup Round of 32 Draw in full
Kansai Plascon FC vs Tooro United FC URA FC vs Nyamityobora FC Kigezi Home Boys FC vs Kyetume FC Express FC vs Maroons FC Wakiso Giants FC vs MYDA FC UPDF FC vs Busia Young FC Kiboga Young FC vs Mvara Boys FC Spartans FC vs Kataka FC Proline FC vs Admin FC Dove FC vs Water FC Mbarara City FC vs FHL FC Kajjansi United vs SC Villa Brightstars FC vs Free Stars FC KCCA FC vs Bukedea Town Council FC Kitara FC vs Luwero United FC Light SS FC vs Bugamba FC
Proline FC are last 2019 ChampionsFROM LEFT: Decolas Kiiza, Sonia Karamagi (Senior Marketing Manager Stanbic Bank Uganda), Fred Musisi (Former Uganda Cup winner) and Hajjati Aisha Nalule (FUFA competitions)
ON SATURDAY evenning, former Motor ace Dipu Devesh Ruparelia was elected President of the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of Uganda (FMU) in a highly contested race held at Kati Kati restaurant. A former rally driver legend whose name made news headlines between 1990-2014 and one of the founders of Uganda Motorsports Club (UMOSPOC) got 36 votes beating incumbent Dusman Okee 14 votes, former rally drivers Jack Wavamunno got 25 while Geoffrey Nsamba collected only 11 votes. After being announced the winner, Dipu Rupparelia promised team work. He said, “Iam not going to work as Dipu, we are going to work as a team together with every stakeholder.” Dipu becomes the seventh FMU President for a term that runs for four years and will be assisted by Shemmy Ssenkatuka – Vice President, Jeff Kabagambe – Deputy Vice President for rallying, Kisitu Mayanja – Deputy Vice President (Motor Cross), Irene Blick – General Secretary and Ziwa Ernest -Assistant General is secretary. A total of 86 eligible members voted out of 90 on the voters register
FEDERATION of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) President Eng. Moses Magogo says, the unveiled new FUFA Complex is an approach to modern Sport in a three-tier which includes Sport, Business and Governance.
In his Statement to Statement on Saturday morning, Eng. Magogo said, “The new FUFA Complex will compose of Football House which will house competitions, Refereeing, Development, Membership and National Teams”
“It will also compose a business house for Marketing, Events, and Communications.” Says FUFA boss.
The new complex will also have Executive wing for Presidency, CEO, Finance, IT, Compliance and Internal Audit.
Saluting the World Football body FIFA for the financial push up, Eng. Magogo said, “On completion of this complex, our next move will be to Kadiba, Lugazi and other regions.”
On January 27th 2020, FUFA opened the Extension to the FUFA Headquarters at Mengo which includes State of Art 3-storied building and a bungalow house sitting on approx. 0.8 acres
This is a project funded by the FIFA Forward 1.0 under the FIFA Presidency of Mr. Gianni Infantino costing about 800,000 USD in acquisition of the land and construction costs
“We are delighted to host the 1st ever African and Woman FIFA GS Madam Fatmah Samoura to open the building.
We are further delighted by the first visit of the new Sports Minister Hon. Hamson Dennis Obua to the home of football. Next is the Kadiba Project, Terikuzikiza.” Wrote Eng. Magogo a day before the project was launched.
