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By Isaac Mumbere

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In Kasese—-

Police in Rwenzori East (Kasese district) have declined to grant permission to FDC members to carry out their planned peaceful demonstration over the district leaders’ alleged failure to rehabilitate the multipurpose building located in Nyamwamba Division of Kasese Municipality.

The FDC members had planned to walk to the district headquarters due to alleged failure by the district leadership to safeguard the multipurpose hall from vandalism and subsequently resorting to hiring a private hotel to accommodate council sittings hence leading to misuse of taxpayers’ money.

The opposition members also argued that the district leadership had failed to end issues of corruption reported in the District Service Commission.

Addressing the press last evening at Virina Gardens in Kasese town, SP Luke Mbusa, the Rwenzori East Regional Community Liaisons Officer stressed that they wouldn’t allow any person to demonstrate because their request has not been cleared by the Inspector General of Police.

SP Mbusa thus directed all the Divisional Commanders of Hima, Katwe, Bwera and Kasese to arrest whoever would be involved in such an unlawful demonstration and slap charges on them accordingly.

However, Mr. Ronald Bwambale Kabuku, the Kasese District FDC Chairperson had earlier told the press that after holding an online meeting of the party members, they resolved to temporarily halt the demonstration.

According to Mr. Kabuku, one of the reasons why they halted the demonstration was the write up which was sent to them by the Clerk to Council of the District indicating that the following council sitting wouldn’t be held from a hotel.

Last Friday, the Kasese Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Elias Byamungu told our reporter that he would also not authorize any further payments of money to the hotel owner, arguing that the district has many public places that are solely owned by the Government of Uganda.

He, on the other hand, revealed that they had budgeted for the renovation works of the multipurpose building in their running budget.

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By Moses Andama

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In Masindi—-

Councilors in Masindi municipality have accused planner Daniel Kisakye of embezzling 22 million shillings meant for construction of new administration block. The funds were allocated in the 2023/24 financial year budget.

Peter Ndabi councilor questioned Kisakye on how 22 million was spent on bricks alone which he claims were not worth the money.

Hon Alinaitwe another councilor expressed surprise that Kiaakye claimed to have spent the entire amount on bricks.

Mayor Masindi municipality Ronald Kyomuhendo blamed Kisakye for making discrepancies in the budget.

Daniel Kisakye the municipal planner in his response claimed that as technical experts, they had to adjust the budget according to the available funds.

Tadeo Opio municipal speaker tasked Kisakye to provide report on how the 22 million was spent on bricks and present it in the next council sitting.

By Ambrose Kweronda

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In Rubanda—

Ven. Oscar Mwesigwa, the Archdeacon of Bubaare Archdeaconry in the Diocese of Kigezi, has urged the youth in Rubanda District to stay in school, emphasizing that reducing school dropouts is key to securing their future through education.

Ven. Oscar delivered this message yesterday while closing a three-day youth conference held at St. James Bubaare Church of Uganda, Bubaare Archdeaconry, Diocese of Kigezi.

The conference was organized by the Archdeacon and youth leaders of St. James Bubaare Church of Uganda, with the theme based on Romans 12:2: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Ven. Oscar expressed concern over the rising problem of school dropouts in Rubanda District, warning that it could have serious consequences for the district’s future. He urged the youth, both those who attended the conference and those who did not, to focus on their education, as it is the foundation of their future success.

He further encouraged the young generation to take care of their bodies, reminding them that a fulfilling life awaits them after they complete their education. Ven. Mwesigwa also emphasized that the lessons learned during the conference should be put into practice.

Asasira Anthony, the chairperson youth leader at St. James Church of Uganda, expressed gratitude to the parents for sending their children to attend the conference, where they acquired new skills that will benefit them in the future.

He noted that the high dropout rate is often due to a lack of school fees and urged parents to work harder to ensure their children can stay in school and pursue their education.

The youth who participated in the conference thanked the organizers and promised to apply the lessons they learned during the three days.

By Aggrey Twesigye

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In Mbarara—-

Authorities in Mbarara City have launched a thorough investigation into the disappearance of Judith Kyarisiima, a 52-year-old senior midwife at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital.

Kyarisiima, who has been with the hospital since 1997, was last seen at her home in Katete on the morning of September 2, 2024.

Her husband reported her missing at Katete Police Station the following day.

SP Samson Kasasira, the Rwizi Region police spokesperson, confirmed that the police are actively pursuing leads to locate Kyarisiima, who was reportedly unwell and had been on a short leave from her duties at the hospital.

Kasasira expressed confidence that the police would soon track her down, hinting at indications that she might be located soon.

According to Halson Kagure, the Public Relations Officer for Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, Kyarisiima, who is the in charge of maternal and child health at the facility, was last seen on August 28, 2024.

Before her disappearance, she was scheduled to begin an internship in the pediatrics department.

By Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante

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In Bushenyi—-

The managing director mknewslink.com Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante together with his wife yesterday launched a thanksgiving ceremony aimed at thanking God for making him survive an accident together with his wife Racheal.

The thanks giving which will be held at Ruharo church of Uganda Kabagarame on 13^th Oct. 2024 will attract Emeritus archbishop of Uganda His Grace Stanley Ntagali, Bishop Johnson Twinomujuni of West Ankole diocese, Associate prof. Sheldon Mwesigwa of Ankole diocese among other dignitaries from the clergy.

Politicians who have been invited include; minister of local government Raphael Magyezi, Mary Karooro Okurut, Dr. Elioda Tumwesigye, Derrick Kabuura, Michael Mawanda, Dan Karukiiko and Ambassadors; Franklin Katungwe, Richard Nduhuura, Enock Nkuruho.

Civil servants expected to attend include; Eng. Dr. Silver Mugisha of NWSC, Ben Kumumanya PS ministry of local government, Benon Kajuna director transport and road safety ministry of works, Ronald Mwijukye, Isaiah Kifaru and Gerald Njuneki of URA, Eng. Pathius Tugume.

Mknewslink.com MD launched WhatsApp group last evening aimed at bringing friends together to be able to collect 13 million shillings to complete Ruharo church of Uganda.

MD Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante has been at the forefront of construction of Ruharo church of Uganda and this time around he wants it completed since God saved his life.

Businessmen who are expected to attend include; Tycoon Hassan Bassajabalaba, Apollo Baimukye of BAM petrol Station, Ben Kyampene, Edgar Manyire among others.

MD Mknewslink.com together with his wife survived a nasty accident on 13^th August 2024 at Kajurigo swamp near Bushenyi police station.

According to www.mknewslink.com managing director, he will not take anything home, all the contributions will go to the completion of church.

By Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante

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In Kampala—

Igara east MP Michael Mawanda Maranga together with the co accused have been given bail by the anti-corruption sitting in Kampala.

According to one of the sureties Jaffari Bassajabalaba, Mawanda has been granted a cash bail of 35 million shillings and 50 million non-cash for each of the 5 sureties.

The 5 sureties Jaffari Bassajabalaba district chairman Bushenyi, Businessman Hassan Bassajabalaba, Fred Mbika Kibara, Derrick Kabura the Bushenyi Ishaka municipality MP among others.

Mawanda is accused of stealing 2.4 billion shillings meant for compensation of cooperative society in Eastern Uganda.

This is not the first time Mawanda is in controversy, he was arrested in India in 2012 together with Magola and Isaac Musumba and his case was decided by high court in India then rescued after three months.

He has been a Member of Parliament for Igara East since 2011 having defeated Amb. Richard Nduhura in a highly contested election.

After his detention, this time around many contestants who want to unseat him including Dan Mugura Karukiiko, Crayford Kirenzi, Bwirizayo among others worked hard.

Mawanda had abandoned the constituents, no one would call him and get him and www.mknewslink.com hopes after this disciplinary measure he will respect people who vote him.

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By Moses Andama

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In Masindi—

Police in Masindi district are holding a 22-year-old woman for allegedly stealing a three-day-old baby boy from Masindi general hospital maternity ward.

The suspect identified herself as Beatrice Musiimenta, alias Nakazibwe, married to Peter Ssemakula, a hawker in Gulu City.

Musiimenta says she decided to steal a baby because of pressure from her husband, who has a child with a second wife, but denied claims that she was going to sacrifice the baby.

Hadijah Abiriya, the baby’s mother and a resident of Kapeeka Village in Kabango Town Council in Masindi district, narrates that the suspect has been in the maternity ward since Friday last week, claiming to be the caretaker of one of the expectant mothers.

She says on Sunday at around 7:00 p.m., the suspect requested to be given the baby, but they declined until at night, when they slept, and she disappeared with the baby on Monday morning at around 3 a.m.

Abdurauman Sharif says her wife Abiriya informed him about the theft of the baby and swiftly went to Masindi town searching for the suspected baby thief.

Abdurauman says that as much as Musiimenta pretended to have a patient in the hospital, it was not true, but she was there to hatch a plan to steal their baby.

He says that after tracing the baby thief in vain, police eventually arrested her from Masindi Taxi Park as she boarded to go to Kampala.

He thanked God for blessing them with a baby boy and asked God to bless all those who struggled to have their baby rescued.

Julius Allan Hakiza, the Albertine region police spokesperson, confirmed the incident, saying that the suspect is behind bars at Masindi CPS and will soon be produced to court.

‘’She was arrested boarding a taxi to Kampala, and currently we have her in our custody at Masindi Central Police Station and will soon be arraigned in courts of law.’’

By Moses Andama

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In Masindi—

Police in Masindi district have arrested two suspects in possession of marijuana and house breaking equipment.

According to the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Masindi Emmy Ngabirano, the suspects are who are a couple were arrested during an intelligence led- operation conducted in Kijura, suburb of Masindi town.

He identified female suspect as Friday Joan while the husband couldn’t be identified by press time.

Ngabirano added that during the operation they recovered house breaking equipment, marijuana and others thus the suspects were handed over to police and detained at Masindi central police station as investigations into the matter go on.

The RDC revealed that the female suspect has been arrested several other times but was always released on police bond.

He however warned LCI chairpersons against issuing stamps to non-residents saying it is one of the causes for increased criminals in the district.

He as well asked landlords to always get details of their tenants and also bar owners to close before 11pm for their safety and their clients too.

Last week security arrested over 300 suspected criminals in Masindi, screened and detained some on charges of common nuisance and possession of opium.

Out of 300 suspects, 185 were women and 115 men. 41 of the female suspects were charged with being in possession of opium. During the operation, 30 motorcycles were also impounded.

By Moses Andama
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In Masindi—

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Masindi district has registered 23566 cases of child labor in a period of one year 2023.

Masindi district Senior Probation Officer Geoffrey Byenkya blames the large numbers on local council one chairpersons who have failed to fight against the vice.

Byenkya notes that one of the reasons as to why Masindi is among the districts where child labor cases are on rise is due to ignorant of local council chairpersons who have failed to play their role in fighting the vice.

Byenkya made the remarks while facilitating members during meeting for capacity building of frontline service providers with purpose to deliver appropriate services to victims of child labor, forced labor and trafficked persons organized by International Labor Organization (ILO) held at Devenue Hotel within Masindi municipality on Tuesday.

“Most of chairpersons refer cases of child labor and other related cases to office of probation and police knowing by law they are supposed to keep the victims with them for specific days, provide them with food and accommodation as search for the people who committed the case goes on,” Byenkya noted.

He says if local council one chairpersons could know their responsibilities in fight against child labor, such cases wouldn’t be on rise and their offices be overwhelmed with cases of child labor, and trafficking because they could sensitize communities as well as harmonize such cases at local level.

In Uganda, according to national labor force survey, (2021) 6.2 million 40% of the children aged 5-17 are victims of child labor.

By Aggrey Twesigye
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In Mbarara—-
Bishop Lambert Bainomugisha of Mbarara on Saturday advised the newly ordained priests to serve humbly and not to assume authority or dominance in the communities where they will be stationed.

Bishop Bainomugisha was presiding over the memorial ordination of 15 new priests, 17 Deacons in a ceremony at Our lady of perpetual help Nyamitanga cathedral in Mbarara city, where he also assigned the newly ordained priests to their respective duties.

It’s important to highlight that this was a unique ordination ceremony in 75 years of the Mbarara Archdiocese, where 15 deacons were ordained as priests and 17 seminarians were ordained as deacons.

Archbishop Bainomugisha encouraged the newly ordained priests to go forth, spread the word of God, perform sacraments, and embody a Godly life in the communities where they have been assigned.

The prelate also expressed his gratitude to the Christians for their role in nurturing the newly ordained priests, making their ordination possible.

The newly ordained priests have been assigned to various locations, including Rev. Fr. Aventino Arinaitwe to Lugazi Parish, Rev. Fr. Ronald Atwijukire to Ibanda Parish, Rev. Fr. Moses Atugumya to Kihani Parish, Rev. Fr. Alex Baguma to Kyoga Parish, Rev. Fr. David Bakashaba to Kazo Parish, Rev. Fr. Gilbert Bikorwaruhanga to Rwekobwa Centre, Rev. Fr. Nicholas Mubangizi to Birunduma Parish, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Mucunguzi to Kitabi Parish, Rev. Fr. Trust Ambrose to Buhimba Parish, Rev. Fr. Lawrence Turyamureba to Rwera Parish, Rev. Fr. David Tibingana to Uganda Martyrs Parish, Rev. Fr. Collins Kananura on a mission to Ethiopia, and Rev. Fr. Everisto Rukundo on a mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

In his remarks, the Cabinet Minister for Trade and Cooperatives, Francis Mwebesa, congratulated the diocese on the significant milestone of ordaining 15 priests and 17 deacons. He advised the newly ordained priests to serve the people rather than assume the role of leaders.

Francis Mwijukye, the Member of Parliament for Buhweju County, stated that the priests have a responsibility to live as Archbishop Bainomugisha does, emphasizing his humility as an example to follow.