Sports: DIALLO HAT-TRICK RESCUES MAN UTD

By Anastasios Gordon Sekandi – 09:35 Friday, 17 Jan, 2025. Amad Diallo’s sensational late hat-trick shattered Southampton’s hopes, securing Manchester United a 3-1 comeback victory and avoiding what could have been a fourth consecutive home defeat. Despite their struggles in front of goal this season, Southampton dominated the first half offensively, only to be thwarted…

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EC Secretary and Five Others Suspended for Investigation.

The Electoral Commission (EC) Secretary, Mr. Leonard Mulekwah, has been suspended alongside five other individuals within the commission. The suspension is part of an ongoing effort to facilitate an internal investigation into unspecified matters within the organization. Justice Simon Byabakama, the EC Chairperson, confirmed the suspension, explaining that it was a necessary step to ensure…

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Ghanaian Music Legend Teddy Osei, Founder of Osibisa, Dies at 88.

Teddy Osei, the renowned Ghanaian saxophonist and music legend who founded the Afro-rock band Osibisa, has passed away at the age of 88. Osei, a gifted drummer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, died in London on Tuesday, as confirmed in a statement from his family. Osei’s legacy in the music world is cemented through his pioneering work…

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Israel Delays Vote on Gaza Ceasefire Deal Amid Last-Minute Negotiations.

   Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed a crucial cabinet vote that was scheduled for Thursday to approve a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The vote, which was initially set to confirm a long-negotiated agreement, has been postponed due to last-minute changes reportedly sought by Hamas. According to Netanyahu, the delay stems from the group’s…

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Africa: Daniel Chapo Sworn in as Mozambique’s New President Amid Opposition Boycott

By Anastasios Gordon Sekandi – 09:12, Thursday, 16 Jan, 2025. Daniel Chapo has officially been sworn in as the President of Mozambique, taking office under a cloud of political tension as the opposition parties boycotted the ceremony. The boycott reflects growing dissatisfaction among opposition groups, who have alleged irregularities in the recent election process. The…

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Chief Justice Owiny-Dollo defends judiciary amid Bobi Wine’s accusations.

In a strong defense of the judiciary, Chief Justice Alphonse Owiny-Dollo has responded to allegations made by opposition leader Bobi Wine regarding the impartiality of the judicial system in Uganda. Speaking to judicial officers of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal during a retreat in Mbarara City on January 14, 2025, Owiny-Dollo dismissed Bobi…

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Kenyan Minister Alleges  Intelligence Agency Behind Son’s Abduction.

Kenyan Minister Justin Muturi, who serves as the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, has accused the country’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) of being behind the abduction of his son, Leslie Muturi, last year. This marks the first time a member of Kenya’s cabinet has publicly criticized the government’s handling of the rising cases of abductions,…

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