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He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan

Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, known as “Hemedti”, has emerged as a dominant figure on Sudan’s political stage, with his paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) now controlling half of the country. The RSF scored a notable victory recently when it overran the city of el-Fasher, the last garrison held by the Sudanese army and its local allies […]

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Israeli military’s ex-top lawyer arrested over leak of video allegedly showing Palestinian detainee abuse

The former top lawyer in the Israeli military has been arrested, as a political showdown deepens over the leaking of a video that allegedly shows severe abuse of a Palestinian detainee by Israeli soldiers. Maj Gen Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned as the Military Advocate General of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) last week, saying that she

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Actress Celina Jaitly pens a note for her brother, an Indian army veteran who was in detainment: ‘For one year I have searched for answers…’

The actress wrote a long note on X that read: “Standing for a Soldier:A Ray of Hope from the Delhi High Court in the Case of Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly has penned a note for her brother who happens to be an Indian army veteran, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly.

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KCCA PLEDGES LASTING SOLUTIONS FOR FLOOD-HIT ARCADES

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has pledged to work with affected traders to restore their livelihoods and put in place lasting measures to prevent future flooding in the city’s business hubs. The pledge was made during a meeting convened by Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and held in the Mayor’s Parlour at City Hall on

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Kampala Traders Demand Compensation After Devastating Floods Destroy Merchandise Worth Millions

By Naome Namusoke & Ronald Kabuubi/ KMA updates Kampala, Uganda —Thousands of city traders are demanding government compensation after last week’s torrential rains flooded major arcades in downtown Kampala, destroying goods worth millions of shillings. The downpour, which lasted for over four hours on Thursday, left business owners counting heavy losses as water submerged entire

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Rwenzururu and Tooro Kingdoms Condemn Western Uganda Attacks

The Rwenzururu King, His Majesty Charles Wesley Mumbere, has condemned the violent attacks on security installations in Kasese and Bundibugyo districts, distancing the cultural institution from the acts. On Saturday, suspected armed assailants attacked Kasese Central Police Station and Rugendabara Police Post, while another group targeted Malindi and Kakuka military detachments in Bundibugyo District. In

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Buweekula lifts Masaza Cup

In a heated Masaza Cup 2025 final, Buweekula Ssaza has won its first trophy after defeating Ssingo 1–0 at Nakivubo Stadium In a moment of triumph and celebration, the Kabaka—seen all smiles at the centre of the award ceremony—handed the glittering blue-and-gold trophy to Buweekula’s captain, amid thunderous cheers from fans and players. The 2025

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she delivered and handed over financial support from H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni donates UGX 5 million to each family of the deceased and UGX 1 million to each survivor.

Following the visit to the mudslide scene in Kwanwa village, the State Minister for Disaster Preparedness ordered the immediate deployment of UPDF personnel to join the ongoing response efforts. During the visit, she delivered and handed over financial support from H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, UGX 5 million to each family of the deceased and

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Kasese Attacks Death Toll Rises to 19, 40 Suspects Arrested

Following the incidents, Kasese Resident District Commissioner Lt. Joe Walusimbi reported that nine of the attackers had been put out of action and 30 others arrested.   However, while addressing leaders from Busongora County North at a meeting held on Sunday at Hima Town Council headquarters, Rwenzori East Deputy Regional Police Commander, SSP Alex Muhumuza,

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BCCI takes dig at Mohsin Naqvi as India lift historic Women’s World Cup trophy in Navi Mumbai: ‘Asia Cup trophy has still not landed…’

Recalling Mohsin Naqvi’s stubbornness, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia joked that the Indian women’s team received their World Cup trophy swiftly and without fuss unlike the drama the Pakistani politician has created. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia took a dig at Mohsin Naqvi and threatened strict action against the

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