Dozens of Children Killed in Crush at Nigerian Christmas Funfair.

In a tragic incident in the south-western Nigerian city of Ibadan, 35 children lost their lives, and six others were hospitalized following a crush at a Christmas funfair. The event, which was intended to bring joy, turned into a disaster when an overwhelming number of attendees caused a stampede. The organisers of the event had…

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Putin Regrets Delaying Ukraine Invasion, Calls for Better Preparation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has admitted that Russia should have launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine earlier and been better prepared for the conflict. Speaking during his annual end-of-year press conference on Thursday, Putin reflected on the decision-making that led to the 2022 invasion, which he continues to describe as a “special military operation.” “In…

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Don Nasser Granted Bail Amid Human Rights Concerns.

Kampala businessman and socialite Nasser Nduhukire, popularly known as Don Nasser, has been granted bail by the International Crimes Division (ICD) of the High Court. Don Nasser, along with his co-accused Promise Ateete, is facing charges of aggravated child trafficking and defilement. The court granted the accused a cash bail of UGX 3 million each….

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Ghana’s Supreme Court Dismisses Challenges to Anti-LGBT Bill.

Ghana’s Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed two legal challenges to the country’s controversial anti-LGBT bill, which has faced widespread criticism from rights groups and international organizations. The ruling removes a key hurdle to the bill becoming law. The legislation, passed earlier this year by Ghanaian lawmakers, proposes harsh penalties for LGBT individuals and groups. It…

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Trump Suggests Canada Should Be the 51st State, Sparking Mixed Reactions.

US President-elect Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy with his remarks about Canada, suggesting the northern neighbor should consider becoming the 51st state of the United States. Speaking on his social media platform on Tuesday, Trump claimed, “Many Canadians want Canada to become the 51st State,” reiterating a provocative statement he has floated multiple…

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Church of Uganda Heads of Education Institutions Tipped on Succession Planning

updated at 1804 EAT on 18th December 2024 by Victoria Nampala Bugembe MUKONO , UGANDA – The Commissioner for Secondary School Education in the Ministry of Education and Sports, Mrs. Juliet Muzoora, has called upon heads of Church of Uganda Education Institutions to focus on mentoring leaders to succeed them upon retirement or transfer. According…

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Uganda First Lady, Dr. Michelle Corral Hold Meeting at State House; Also Inside Bidibidi Refugee Mission.

By Anastasio Gordon Ssekandi- Updated at 1125 EAT on Wednesday 18th December 2024 On Tuesday night, Uganda’s First Lady, Janet Kataaha Museveni, hosted American televangelist and philanthropist Dr. Michelle Corral at State House, Nakasero. Dr. Corral was accompanied by Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, President of Heal The Planet Global Organisation (HTP), which holds Special Consultative Status…

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Muhoozi Kainerugaba Backs Mathias Mpuuga for Presidency, Praises His Leadership Qualities.

In a notable statement on his official X account (formerly Twitter), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and First Son, expressed admiration for a prominent Ugandan politician, hailing him as “Presidential material.” This endorsement has sparked significant discussion in the political landscape. Muhoozi’s post particularly recognized the former Leader of Opposition and current…

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