The International Criminal Court on Friday issued an arrest warrant for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia for war crimes, saying that he bore individual criminal responsibility for the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children since Russia’s invasion last year. The likelihood of a trial while Mr. Putin remains in power appears slim, because the…
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Indian MP, 2 other Asian Investors Arrive in Uganda ahead of Queen Torres
By Agrey Wagodo updated 2103 EAT on Sunday 05th March 2023 Her Royal Highness Maria Leonora Torres, Queen of Maharlika and Princess of Calabarzon State is expected to touch down Entebbe International Airport Monday morning for 5 days visit in Uganda. Earlier today her delegation led Former Member of Parliament for Lok Sabha, in India…
Joe Biden makes Surprise visit in War-torn Ukraine
A few hours before President Biden departed, the United States informed Russia of the plans to visit the Ukrainian capital for “deconfliction purposes,” according to Biden’s national security adviser. President Joe Biden is in Kyiv to reaffirm America’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s democracy, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The United States of America will stand with…
Turkey-Syria earthquake live news: Death toll tops 15,000
The man who survived the Turkey earthquake, and his family who didn’t Reuters has this heartbreaking story from Turkey’s Hatay, where the agency’s photographer Umit Bektas witnessed rescuers trying to pull Abdulalim Muaini out from the rubble of his home. Abdulalim’s legs were trapped under a large slab of concrete but he was conscious and…
5000 Feared Dead as Rescuers work through night after Turkey – Earthquake
Summary Australia to give $10m in aid Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday said his government would provide an “initial” $10m in aid, to go to humanitarian groups. “Australia’s assistance will target those in greatest need,” he said, expressing his condolences to those affected. New Zealand’s Prime Minister Chris Hipkins, who is visiting Australia,…
Computer Misuse Act: Constitutional Court Decriminalizes Offensive Communications.
By Brenda Namugenyi After seven years, the constitutional court has delivered a land mark ruling, nullifying section 25 of the computer misuse act 2011 because it curtails freedom of speech. The section makes it criminal for any person to use electronic means of communication to disturb or attempt to disturb the peace or right of privacy…
We’re set for Thanksgiving today in Katomi, 10,000 people expected – Former VP Bukenya
By E K Benj & Viola Nabbale Former Vice President Prof Gilbert B Bukenya says more than 10,000 people are expected to join in the Thanksgiving giving today in Katomi, Garuga on Entebbe Rd . The Self made , Mahogany legend says several pastors and people from all walks of life are invited and free…
Kampala Lord Mayor Survives Nasty Accident
By E K Benj – Updated 2130 EAT on Saturday 03rd December 2022 Follow us on all social media, type “HICGI News Agency” Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and his family have survived a nasty accident when a speeding vehicle crushed into their home in Wakaliga, Kampala Uganda. Lukwago still tramatised with his children says…
Jakana Nadduli found dead
By Patson Baraire Mushaija Updated 0751 EAT on October 24, 2022 LUWERO- Sad news reaching HICGI News Agency indicate that the son of former Minister Without Portfolio Abdul Nadduli who was recently released from prison was today morning found dead. According to National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya, family members informed him…
UK PM steps down after 45 days in office
Liz Truss has been in office for just 45 days – the shortest tenure of any UK prime minister. The second shortest serving PM was George Canning, who served for 119 days after dying in 1827. Trouble began when her first Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, spooked the financial markets with his mini-budget on 23 September. Since…
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