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MP Magoola declares independent bid after NRM Tribunal throws out her petition

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Bugweri, Uganda: The Woman Member of Parliament for Bugweri District, Hon. Racheal Magoola, popularly known as Obangaina, has publicly announced she will run as an independent candidate in the 2026 general elections, accusing the NRM election tribunal of bias in handling her petition against alleged malpractice in the recent party primaries. The NRM primaries saw Ms. […]

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London police arrest hundreds of people as pro-Palestinian protesters defy new law

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London police arrest hundreds of people as pro-Palestinian protesters defy new law. LONDON (AP) — British police said they arrested more than 200 people in central London on Saturday as supporters of a recently banned pro-Palestinian group intentionally flouted the law as part of their effort to force the government to reconsider the ban. Parliament in early July passed

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Zelenskyy rejects Trump’s suggestion of ceding Ukrainian territory to end war with Russia

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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday rejected the idea that his country would give up land to end the war with Russia after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a peace deal could include “some swapping of territories.” Zelenskyy said Ukraine “will not give Russia any awards for what it has done”

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Police block Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara from accessing her home

Leave a Comment / Africa, News, World / Ronald Kabuubi

Drama ensued in Naivasha on Saturday, August 9, after police officers reportedly blocked a meeting from taking place at Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara home. The vocal legislator, in a brief statement, revealed that a contingent of police officers had been dispatched outside her Maraigushu home to prevent her visitors from accessing the residence. Kihara criticised

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IEBC sets November 27 for by-elections, issues guidelines for aspirants and parties

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In a Gazette notice dated Friday, August 8, IEBC chair Erastus Ethekon listed 16 by-elections for ward seats in counties. These include Angata Nanyokie Ward in Samburu County, Chemundu/Kapng’etuny Ward in Nandi County, Chewani Ward in Tana River County, Fafi Ward in Garissa County, Kariobangi North Ward in Nairobi City County, Kisa East Ward in

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El Moctar strike lifts Mauritania, leaves CAR on the brink

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Mauritania revived their Total Energies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 campaign with a disciplined 1–0 win over debutants Central African Republic in Dar es Salaam, courtesy of an early Ahmed El Moctar finish Saturday. El Moctar settled a tense Group B contest in the ninth minute, turning in Abdallahi Mahmoud’s cross from close

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: NRM delegates and district chairpersons from across Busoga, including Kamuli, have resolved to back the Rt Hon Anita Among for CEC. They argue that for too long, Busoga has been sidelined due to individuals who have personalized the region for their own interests, bringing no tangible benefits to its people.

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: NRM delegates and district chairpersons from across Busoga, including Kamuli, have resolved to back the Rt Hon Anita Among for CEC. They argue that for too long, Busoga has been sidelined due to individuals who have personalized the region for their own interests, bringing no tangible benefits to its people. Read More »

US: Trump eyes military action against cartels — reports

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US President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to prepare military plans against Latin American drug cartels designated as terrorist organizations, US media reported on Friday. The move follows the designation of Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel, Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua, and six other Latin America-based groups as foreign terrorist organizations in February. According to The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, potential measures under

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Man Utd sign RB Leipzig striker Sesko for £74m

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Sesko follows Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo in joining Manchester United this summer Red Devils looking to extend unbeaten pre-season run Sesko follows Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo in joining Manchester United this summer Manchester United have completed the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in a deal worth £73.7m. The five-year contract includes

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Israel rejects international criticism of Gaza City takeover plan

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Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says a newly adopted five-point plan is aimed “defeating Hamas” and “concluding the war” Israel has strongly rejected criticism from world leaders after its security cabinet approved a plan to take control of Gaza City. Defence Minister Israel Katz said countries that condemned Israel and threatened sanctions would “not weaken our resolve”.

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