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Biden becomes 46th US president, vowing ‘new day’ after Trump tumult

Noelyn Nassuuna | January 21, 2021

Joe Biden on Wednesday became the 46th president of the United States, vowing a “new day” for the United States after four years of tumult under Donald Trump who in an extraordinary final act snubbed the inauguration. Two weeks to the day after Trump supporters violently rampaged at the US […]

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Lady Gaga, JLo kick off inauguration in style

Noelyn Nassuuna | January 21, 2021

By AFP Lady Gaga launched Joe Biden’s inauguration ceremony by belting out a classic rendition of the US national anthem, donning a billowing ball gown and enormous dove brooch. The long-sleeved gown, reportedly Schiaparelli, featured a fitted navy drop-waist bodice with a demure mock neck collar, a look completed with […]

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Mayiga rallies Ugandans to fully participate in local govt elections

Noelyn Nassuuna | January 21, 2021

By Prossy Kisakye Buganda Premier Charles Peter Mayiga has encouraged Ugandans to fully participate in the on-going local government council elections. This followed the low voter turn-out in yesterday’s city mayors, councillors and district chairpersons’ elections. Mayiga says local government council elections are very essential since these leaders are very […]

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Rukutana trial date set, some charges dropped

Noelyn Nassuuna | January 21, 2021

By Elly Katahinga & Perez Rumanzi The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Ntungamo District has set April 12 for hearing of the criminal charges against State Minister for Labour Mwesigwa Rukutana. The Chief Magistrate Sarah Mponye Kolya says it will be a marathon trial lasting 12 days after extending Rukutana’s bail. […]

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Former Masaka bishop succumbs to Covid-19

Noelyn Nassuuna | January 21, 2021

By Wilson Kutamba Bishop Emeritus of Masaka Diocese John Baptist Kaggwa has passed on. Rev Fr Ronald Mayanja, the diocesan communications director, confirmed that Bishop Kaggwa succumbed to Covid -19. “It’s true the Bishop has gone to be with the Lord; he succumbed to Covid-19, which he has been battling […]