To the casual observer, it seemed like the long-cherished dream of a new single currency for East Africa had come to fruition. An account on X, called “Government of East Africa”, complete with a grey tick suggesting it was the real deal, released an image of a specimen note worth five sheafras, featuring a coat…
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US general issues a warning against Increasing Russia ‘s influence in Africa
The head of US Africa Command warned Congress on Thursday that Russia is aggressively working to expand its footing among African countries, leaving several “at the tipping point” of falling under its influence. “[A] number of countries are at the tipping point of actually being captured by the Russian Federation as they are spreading some…
China to consider invisible overtime for online workers
China will consider legal protection for employees who have to stay online after office hours, a form of “invisible overtime” that the supreme court says warrants compensation. Lyu Guoquan, head of the general office of China’s trade union federation, proposed to the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) last week that the country create a legal…
Rosa Malango Receives International Recognition for breaking ceilings and promoting solidarity among women around the world.
Updated at 2138 EAT on Saturday 09th March 2024 PERU- The Nethuman and her agencies Solidarity Pact Network among Them International and the Global Women Leaders Pact, have recognized former United Nations Diplomat Rosa Malango with an international Award for Breaking Barriers and Going Beyond Solidarity for year 2024. This award recognizes diverse women from…
President Museveni Appoints Dr. Badru Kigundu to Oversee Lubowa Hospital Construction.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 09:16 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 In a recent announcement by the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, it has been revealed that President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Engineer Dr. Badru Kigundu as the Chairperson of the steering committee that will oversee the construction…
Parliament Staff Member Ranny Ismail Embroiled in Cash Smuggling Scandal.
By Makana Kennedy Ndyamuhaki – Updated at 09:12 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 In a shocking revelation, it has come to light that Ms. Ranny Ismail, the Director in the office of the leader of Government Business, is allegedly one of the Parliament staff members involved in smuggling cash for Speaker Anita Among. Ismail,…
State House Meeting Reveals Concerns Over Misuse of Parliamentary Funds.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 08:58 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 A meeting convened at State House on Wednesday, chaired by President Museveni and attended by top government officials, including Anita Among, Thomas Tayebwa, the Financial Intelligence Authority chief, the Inspector General of Government, and the Auditor General, has raised serious concerns regarding the…
Prominent South Sudan economist charged with gun running scheme in US.
U.S. prosecutors have charged a prominent South Sudanese economist and Harvard fellow with conspiring to export Stinger missile systems, grenade launchers and automatic rifles to armed groups in South Sudan, the Justice Department said. In a complaint unsealed this week and dated Feb. 29, the prosecutors alleged that Peter Ajak, a former economist with the…
