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Romance Turned Nightmare: The Rise of Cryptocurrency Scams

Shreya Datta, a software expert from Philadelphia, fell victim to a sophisticated cryptocurrency romance scam, losing $450,000 in savings and retirement funds. The scam, known as “pig butchering,” involves fraudsters using false love and tenderness to lure victims into bogus cryptocurrency investments. Datta’s scammer, posing as a French wine dealer named “Ancel,” manipulated her emotions through charming messages and deepfake videos.

Give UAE Investor 60% of Uganda Telecom, ICT Backbone for $250m- Says President Museveni

Ugandan government authorities are swiftly working to carry out a presidential order that allocates a 60% ownership share in Uganda Telecommunication Corporation Limited (formerly known as UTL) and exclusive management rights over the National Backbone Infrastructure to a United Arab Emirates (UAE) investment company, ROWAD Commercial Broker LL.C. (Left – right) Rowad Capital Commercial LLC […]

National Court Open Day Postponed

Uganda’s annual National Court Open Day has been postponed. This was originally scheduled for February 29, 2024. The event aimed to enhance public understanding of the judiciary and facilitate interaction with judicial officers. The Judiciary has postponed the much-anticipated annual National Court Open Day scheduled for February 29, 2024. According to the Judiciary’s Chief Registrar […]

Strengthening Diplomatic Ties: President Museveni Meets with President Ruto of Kenya at Kisozi Farm

President Museveni and President Ruto of Kenya met at Museveni’s Kisozi farm to discuss mutual interests, emphasizing the commitment to deepen diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries. President Yoweri Museveni at his Kisozi farm where he held a meeting with President William Ruto (left) and Raila Oding on Monday 26th February 2024. The […]

Uganda Coffee Lab Attains Global Certification from Coffee Quality Institute

The Uganda Coffee Development Authority has achieved recognition from the Coffee Quality Instituteby obtaining the Q Venue certification for its coffee laboratory. The milestone underscores UCDA’s dedication to enhancing Uganda’s coffee quality, fostering value addition, and instigating positive transformations in the coffee sector. The Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), the world’s leading body in coffee quality […]

Ambassador Walusimbi Roots for Collaboration in Diaspora Community to Grow Uganda’s Economy

The Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs,Ambassador Abbey Walusimbi emphasized the significance of cooperation for unity and advocated for innovative approaches to connect the Diaspora community with Uganda, aiming to capitalize on opportunities for economic advancement. During a meeting that brought together prominent Diaspora leaders like Susan Gakwavu and Patrick Ogwang, Ambassador Abbey Walusimbi, the […]

Deputy Speaker’s Call to Build Bigger Schools Amidst Church Development

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa emphasized the importance of prioritizing education over grand church buildings during the groundbreaking ceremony of Saints Andrew and Philip Cathedral in Mukono district. Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa and Archbishop of Church of Uganda, The Most Rev, Stephen Kazimba Mugalu and other priests at Andrew and Philip Cathedral in Mukono district on […]

President Museveni to Launch NRM Party Register Program

The launch of the NRM party Register program, scheduled for February 29th, 2024, with President Museveni expected to launch the Register program. The register details who can join the NRM, how to join, and the rights and duties of members, emphasizing inclusivity, active participation, and loyalty to the party’s principles. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who […]

Advancing Health Communication: Luganda Neural Text-to-Speech System Breaks Barriers

Researchers from Makerere University’s College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) have developed an Artificial Intelligence-based solution aimed at translating written Luganda text into speech. Led by Principal Investigator Dr. Ronald Kizito, the study, funded by the Ugandan government, focuses on improving health promotion and accessibility for Luganda speakers.