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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, has been marred by a relentless heatwave, claiming the lives of at least 922 devoted pilgrims. The scorching temperatures, surpassing 50 degrees Celsius, have cast a somber shadow over the holiest city in Islam. As the faithful flock to Mecca, the mercury continues to rise, exacerbating ...

In a surprising turn of events, President Museveni ‘s highly anticipated meeting with traders has been postponed, leaving many wondering about the reasons behind this unexpected delay. The meeting, initially scheduled for May 7, was expected to address the pressing issue of Efris penalties imposed on traders. However, a twist in the tale has led to a temporary halt in ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Pyongyang under the cover of darkness, receiving an unexpected warm welcome from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Despite the late hour, the red carpet was rolled out, and the two leaders embraced as a sign of the growing camaraderie between their nations. This extraordinary gesture set the stage for a momentous day ahead. ...

In a bid to ensure transparency and accountability, the parliamentary Public Accounts Committee ( PAC ) has directed officials from the Microfinance Support Centre to compile a comprehensive list unveiling the recipients of Emyooga funds for the 2022/23 fiscal year. The PAC has further requested specific details on the loan amounts disbursed and recovered, following revelations by the Auditor General ...

National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy president Waiswa Mufumbiro has revealed reasons why he will personally not attend Hon Mathias Mpuuga’s Masaka event of thanksgiving. The event is meant to celebrate the well-being of the member of parliament and the good things he has achieved in politics for his people. Mpuuga was one of the biggest people in NUP. After he ...