Kampala, Uganda – The State Minister for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Amos Lugoloobi, has been directed to defend himself in a case involving the alleged diversion of 700 iron sheets meant for vulnerable communities in the Karamoja sub-region. The iron sheets, which were part of government relief supplies, were reportedly diverted for personal use,…
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Africa’s Incoming WHO Health Boss Dies at 55.
Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, Tanzania’s incoming regional director of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Africa, has passed away at the age of 55. His death comes just three months after being elected to the prestigious position. Dr. Ndugulile, a distinguished medical doctor and lawmaker, died on Wednesday morning in India, where he was undergoing treatment….
Lebanese Civilians Return to Rubble as Ceasefire Holds.
Thousands of Lebanese civilians are returning to their homes to find them reduced to rubble, as a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding. The ceasefire, which came into effect at 04:00 local time (02:00 GMT), marks the end of 13 months of devastating conflict. In Dahieh, a neighborhood in southern Beirut,…
Olivia Lutaaya Narrates Prison Ordeal, Forced Confession, and Presidential Pardon.
Ms. Olivia Lutaaya, a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, has shared her harrowing experience of arrest, imprisonment, and eventual pardon after spending nearly four years in jail. Ms. Lutaaya, along with 18 other NUP supporters, was accused of treachery and unlawful possession of explosives. They were convicted by the General Court Martial…
Congo and Rwanda Sign Landmark Agreement to Bolster Peace in Eastern DRC.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, with Angola’s mediation, have taken a significant step toward peace in the conflict-ridden eastern region of the DRC. On Monday, the two nations signed a pivotal agreement aimed at advancing the peace process, as confirmed by Angola, which played a key role in brokering the negotiations….
Russia Expels British Diplomat Over Alleged Espionage.
Russia has expelled a British diplomat accused of spying and engaging in activities deemed a threat to its national security. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the decision on Tuesday, alleging that the diplomat, Edward Wilkes, had been involved in intelligence and subversive operations under the guise of his role at the British Embassy…
Two Britons Among Missing as Tourist Boat Capsizes in the Red Sea.
Sixteen people, including two Britons, are reported missing after a tourist boat capsized during a diving trip in the Red Sea. The vessel, named Sea Story, was carrying 30 tourists from multiple countries and 14 crew members when it sent a distress signal at 5:30 am local time (0330 GMT), according to Egypt’s Red Sea…
Angela Merkel Defends 2008 Decision to Block Ukraine’s NATO Membership and Strengthen Ties with Russia”
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has defended her decisions during her tenure, particularly the gas deals with Russia and her stance on Ukraine’s NATO membership. Speaking in an interview, Merkel explained that the gas agreements with Russia were aimed at ensuring stability for German businesses and maintaining peaceful relations with Moscow. Merkel, who led…
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