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Kazo: District Council moves motion against promotion of homosexuality

Written by kazofm.admin on March 30, 2023. Posted in Local, National.

The Kazo district council has moved a motion against the promotion of lesbianism and homosexuality activities in Kazo district.

During a council session chaired by the speaker Hon Dan Nahurira Bwamunyonga held at the district council hall on Wednesday 29th March, 2023, the district LC V chairperson, Rev Samuel Mugisha Katugunda introduced the motion against homosexuality together with corruption following his report where he urged the councilors to fight the two vices.

Recently, social media has been awash with reports of homosexuality acts being reported in schools, prompting the parliament of Uganda to re-introduce the ant-homosexuality bill passed in 2013 and assented on by president Museveni in 2014, but would later be outlawed by the Constitutional court of Uganda.

A section of district councilors led by Hon Rosette Ahumuza, the district councilor representing Kazo and Kyampangara sub-counties moved the motion to pronounce themselves against the vice saying it cannot be allowed in the community of Kazo district.

Kazo district political leaders pose for a photo with technical staff after the council session.

Al-Hajji Mawiya Lule, the Resident District Commissioner Kazo noted that every parent ought to take part in the fight against homosexuality and lesbianism by talking to their children about the dangers associated with the vices.

During the same council, Speaker Bwamunyoga warned district councilors over continued absenteeism and late coming for Committee sessions and council sitting.

Bwamunyoga told councillors that whoever misses council meetings again with no sound reason will face disciplinary action alongside being exposed before their electorates.

Kanyohora Laban, the district councillor representing Rwemikoma sub-county supported the motion condemning absenteeism noting that councillors should represent their people if not they should go home and sleep.

Story compiled by Rurekyera Geofrey

President Museveni together with first lady pose for a photo with some of the celebrants of International Women's Day in Kiruhura

President Museveni warns Ugandans against land fragmentation.

Written by kazofm.admin on March 9, 2023. Posted in National, News, Regional.

The President of Uganda, H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has warned families against fragmenting physical properties, saying it frustrates efforts toward poverty eradication.

President Museveni made the call while officiating International Women’s Day celebrations held at Sanga playgrounds, Sanga Town Council in Kiruhura District on Wednesday under the theme is “Promoting Digital Innovation through gender Equity”.

This year’s theme was designed to celebrate the women driving digital innovation and technological advancement with focus on a safer, more inclusive, and more equitable digital future.

The Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, Hon. Betty Amongi said this year’s theme focuses on how Uganda should address the gender gap in science and technology to meet the health and developmental needs of women and girls.

***Some of the celebrants of international Women’s day in Kiruhura district on Wednesday.***

“This starts with a call for education, especially for the girl child. Education is the foundation of science and technology. Without a base in Education, we cannot achieve that goal,” said Hon. Amongi.

“Government has come up with several programs to empower women. I think we are making progress, Your Excellency,” remarked Hon. Amongi.

The President launched the ICT center at the National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Innovation Skills Enhancement Project in Rwebitete, Kiruhura district which is expected to create 12,000 jobs and enhance the technological skill base of Ugandans to participate in strategic national infrastructural projects and manufacturing industries.

***President Museveni laying a foundation stone for the National Science, Technology, Engineering and Innovation Centre (NSTEIC) at Rwebitete, Kiruhura District.***

President Museveni inspected a number of innovations exhibited by women groups in Kiruhura district and awarded 63 people with medals for their distinguished roles in the political and socio-economic transformation of Uganda.

***L-R: Hon Jovanice Rwenduru, the woman Member of parliament Kiruhura district, President Yoweri Museveni and the first lady, Janet Kataha Museveni in Kiruhura on Wednesday.***

President Museveni also launched the UGX 803 billion special flagship programme to finance women’s projects across the country and signed cheques to give out support funds to women groups under the Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme (UWEP).

The districts which benefited include Kamwenge, Kasese, Kiruhura, Lwengo, Ibanda, Kazo, Bushenyi, and Mbarara.

The function was graced by; the First lady who doubles as Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataha Museveni, the Vice President, Rt. Maj. Jessica Alupo, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon Anita Among, NRM Vice Chair Moses Kigongo, the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon Robbinah Nabbanja and Lydia Wanyoto, the Vice Chair of the Women’s league, Members of Parliament, politicians, Government Leaders and Local Governments Elected Women Leaders and Women Councils.

Security officials from Uganda and Kenya together with the Turkana suspects during the handover

Uganda Hands Over Turkana Cattle Rustling Suspects to Kenya authority.

Written by kazofm.admin on March 7, 2023. Posted in National, News.

The Uganda joint security forces have released and handed over Turkana suspects to the Turkana County Government of the Republic of Kenya.

During the exercise held at Moroto Army barracks, the Uganda security side was led by Brig Gen Felix Busizoori, 3 Division deputy commander of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) who handed over the six(6) suspects to his counterpart, Peter Eripete, the County Secretary and head of Public service , Turkana County Government in the Republic of Kenya.

“Following recent persistent security and diplomatic engagements between Ugandan and Kenyan authorities, we officially hand over six suspects in the gesture of EAC partnership as a sign of peaceful co-existence and brotherhood,” remarked Brig Gen Busizoori.

The Turkana suspects were arrested alongside their kinship, the native Matheniko in different cordon and search operations where they were engaged in cattle rustling in Karamoja Sub-region between 20^th to 26^th February 2023.

Brig Gen Busizoori who noted that the native eight (8) Matheniko who were arrested alongside the Turkana will be subjected to Uganda’s Courts of law and also urged the Turkana county government to penalize the suspects for abusing the peaceful co-existance and cross border security arrangements.

“This diplomatic pardon should not be taken for granted as it may lead to impunity. Those who again be violating Ugandan laws will be arrested, arraigned before courts and charged of their offences,” Brig Gen Busizoori warned.

Speaking at the same occasion, on his part, Peter Eripete appreciated Ugandan authorities especially President Museveni for according Turkana pastoralists another chance to graze their animals in Ugandan territory.

He noted that officials on either side of the border of the two sister countries continue to work together to find ending solutions on how best the Turkana pastoralists can live in harmony with their host communities in Uganda.

“I categorically, state that we are not allowing anybody to come and cause criminality in the host country. Once criminality is caused on whichever side of the border, that suspect is subjected to host country’s laws,” said Eripete.

Also present were: Brigade Commanders, Lomodo Tulele, Turkana County Legal Officer, Maj Abdullah Kalicha, Kenya Liaison Officer to Uganda and senior officers.

The Karamojong and Turkana pastoralists have co-existed and shared water and pasture in the grazing belts in Uganda as guided and spelt out in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the two sister EAC countries.

However, some armed Turkana elements have continued to violate the much desired MoU since they engage themselves in criminal and rustling activities in Uganda.

The MTN delegation poses for a photo with President Museveni

President Museveni, MTN officials meet in South Africa to discuss business

Written by kazofm.admin on March 4, 2023. Posted in Business, National, News.

In an effort to support the development of the Ugandan economy, MTN Group’s leadership has met with Ugandan President His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on the sidelines of his two-day state visit to South Africa for discussions.

Speaking during the summit, Ralph Mupita, the MTN Group President and CEO proposed facilitating a two-day investment summit in Kampala in May 2023 in collaboration with the relevant government ministries and departments as well as the Forum of South African Businesses in Uganda to emphasize MTN’s commitment to Uganda.

The two-day event which will be a follow-up to the Uganda-South Africa trade, investment and tourism summit held in South Africa this week is designed to attract South African agro-processors and other potential investors to the east African country.

Mupita noted that the summit would facilitate the participation of those investors identified by the Uganda Investment Authority.

“We hope that by facilitating this investment summit we can support the further development of the Ugandan economy and her people,” said Mupita.

“This year, MTN celebrates 25 years in Uganda. We are driven to create shared value across our markets and offer leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress,” he added.

President Museveni said he told MTN that they shouldn’t just make money from villagers who are making calls, but also bring investors in value addition, so that they invest in agriculture, minerals, etc.

The MTN delegation included; MTN Uganda Chairman Charles Mbire; MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita; MTN Uganda CEO Sylvia Mulinge; MTN Southern and East Africa Vice President Yolanda Cuba; and MTN Group Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer Nompilo Morafo among others.

Established in 1998, MTN Uganda is one of 19 MTN operating companies. In December 2021, it gave almost 21 000 Ugandans the opportunity to become owners of MTN Uganda when it listed its shares on the Uganda Stock Exchange after the largest initial public offering in Uganda’s history.

Airtel Uganda Successfully Upgrades Core Network To 5G

Written by kazofm.admin on February 24, 2023. Posted in National, News.

Airtel Uganda has announced that their Smartphone Network is now ready for the trailblazing 5G technology.

The development was on Wednesday announced at their Clement Hill office by the Managing Director, Mr. Manoj Murali.

“I am privileged to announce yet another Airtel first milestone in Uganda’s digital transformation journey. Airtel Uganda is now 5G ready. Since 2018, Ugandans have known us for a 4G network that covers this beautiful country border to border. Over this network, Airtel Uganda has delivered world class affordable voice, data, and financial services. We are pleased to start yet another journey with you on 5G,” said Manoj.

Airtel Uganda, Managing Director, Manoj Murali, and Rajesh Agrawal, the Network Director at Airtel Uganda during a press briefing where Airtel Uganda announced that their Smartphone Network is now ready for the 5G technology.

5G is the 5th generation mobile network that enables a new kind of network designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together including machines, objects, and devices at very high speeds. It delivers higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, more reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and a more uniform user experience to more users.

5G can support a significant higher number of devices per square kilometre compared to the existing 4G technologies. This makes 5G the suitable network over which remote teams can collaborate to undertake tasks like surgery, shared online school classes, farmers can share live video farming tips, engineering tasks over video and stream gaming and other entertainment experiences.

The 11 towers that have successfully tested the 5G technology in Uganda include areas such as Industrial area, Garden City Area, Upper Kololo, Clement Hill, Hannington Road, Lower airstrip Kololo and Wampewo Avenue.

Customers with 5G compatible devices can now enjoy the 5G experience using their existing 4G SIM Cards. All other Airtel sites across the country have been configured and are ready for deployment once the spectrum has been allocated.

Manoj revealed that Airtel Uganda has already applied for the required spectrum from the sector regulator, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). Spectrum is a finite resource for the country and its use is regulated by the regulator.

“According to the National Development Plan III, use of ICT infrastructure is a key objective. An agile Smartphone network like Airtel Uganda’s is pivotal in the journey of Uganda’s Economic growth through digital and financial inclusion of every person. We are completely aligned to the Uganda’s broadband Strategy and accordingly ready to launch 5G technology,” said Manoj in conclusion.

Abiaz Rwamwiri, the NDA Public Relations Manager addressing the press

NDA warns the public against Tickoff acaricide

Written by kazofm.admin on February 9, 2023. Posted in National, News.

The National Drug Authority (NDA) has warned the public to beware of fake acaricides named “tickoff” being manufactured and promoted by Rubaga miracle centre cathedral, Pastor Robert Kayanja.

Abiaz Rwamwiri, the NDA Public Relations Manager, said on January 02 2023, NDA learnt with concern the manufacture, distribution and use of “TICKOFF counterfeit acaricide which is produced by CPM Wave and was first publicly promoted by Pastor Robert Kayanja at one of his services at Rubaga Church during the 2022 Christmas season.

According to Rwamwiri, “TICKOFF” is contaminated with dangerous and banned chemicals including Diazinon (highly concentrated fumigant), Fripronil (a spray banned in food producing animals) & Benalaxyl (with cancer causing potential).

Rwamwiri noted they tried to engage with Pastor Kayanja and his partners (Marvin Mukasa and Clinton James) with whom he owned up the product and claimed to have a team of scientists from Makerere University School of Veterinary Medicine but these confessed to have never worked or reviewed anything.

NDA working with Uganda Police impounded over 100 samples and to examine results indicated that the acaricide is poisonous.

Rwamwiri has also called upon all farmers who had received supplies for the product to drop at any police station for easy collection.

Authorities asked to nominate distinguished individuals for medals and awards

Written by kazofm.admin on February 8, 2023. Posted in Local, National, News.

Authorities in Kiruhura district have confirmed that preparations in district ahead of National Women’s Day on 8^th March, 2023 are ongoing.

Asaba David Nkojo, the Deputy RDC for Kiruhura said that the district is lucky to host such a big event which will benefit the district residents mostly business people.

RDC Asaba added that suitable grounds for this function are being reviewed among the proposed places which include; Sanga, Kashongi and Nshwere.

During her visit to Kiruhura district on Tuesday, Hajjat Malole Zaminah, the Secretary Presidential Awards committee, also head of the Chancery department said that on National women’s day, many people will be given medals for their contributions to the Nation in different areas as a sign of appreciation.

Hajjat Malole also urged women to turn up in big number on that day.

During her visit to Kazo district at the district headquarters, Hajjat Malole Zaminah, made a presentation before the leaders of Kazo about the national honours and awards.

In her message, Hajjat Zaminah revealed that every country has a system of recognizing and rewarding outstanding acts and achievements of its citizens. Such recognition puts on record public appreciation for the contribution of persons who have distinguished themselves in service to the nation.

Zaminah noted that awards in the form of Orders, Medals and Decorations exist almost everywhere in society. Governments, corporate organizations and non-government organizations all give awards in the civil and military sectors, in academia, culture, media, religion, sports, among others.

She also explained that they don’t give money to the medalist but the recognition is highly respected, urging people to always respect such people wherever they go.

She urged the people to always nominate the real and true people deserving to be awarded by their important roles in their different capacities.

The National Honours and Awards Act, 2001 provides for the creation of the Presidential Awards Committee, recognition and conferment of titles of Honour, decoration, medals, awards, and orders, and the establishment of a Chancery, which is the permanent custodian and administrator of Uganda’s National Honours.

President Museveni inspecting the Parade During Tarehe Sita celebrations at Kakyeka stadium on Monday.

UPDF praised for Tarehe Sita Anniversary week activities in Greater Mbarara

Written by kazofm.admin on February 7, 2023. Posted in Local, National, News.

Political leaders and residents of Greater Mbarara region have expressed their gratitude towards the work that UPDF has done during the 42^nd Tarehe sita week in this region.

This was revealed during the 42^nd Tarehe sita celebrations held at Kakyeka stadium, Mbarara city on Monday.

During his speech, President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander in Chief of the armed forces who was the chief guest narrated the details of the attack revealing that, on February 6^th in 1981 at 08:00am, the 43 members of the special force, armed with 27 rifles attacked a huge garrison of the Kabamba military training school.

President Museveni appreciated everyone that has made a contribution towards the success of the revolution and promised that their strategic goals of prosperity for all, strategic security for Africa and African fraternity, will be achieved.

“I salute all the people that have made any contribution to these heroic efforts, including the people of the Ankole-Kigyezi area who went through the invasion of 1972; the 1979 war when I was involved in capturing Mbarara Town on the 28^th of February, 1979; and the protracted battle for Mbarara ─ 1985, when we besieged Mbarara barracks for 3 months,” said President Museveni.

Hon Mwesigwa Rukaari, the Member of Parliament Mbarara city said that the plan to bring Tarehe sita in Mbarara region was the best decision noting that Mbarara has been the centre of revolution since 1960s and for all the other revolutions throughout the years Mbarara was so involved and played a good role.

Rukaari added that through the work and dedication of UPDF, leaders and residents of Greater Mbarara region are now able to sacrifice their time for sanitation work and other works of development.

At the same event which was basically to benefit the people of Greater Mbarara Region through Tarehe sita week activities, Hon Jenipher Muheesi, the woman Member of Parliament Kazo district also appreciated UPDF for recognizing the work, the people of Mbarara did during the struggle.

During Tarehe sita week, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) did several activities like renovation and construction of infrastructure in select schools & health centres, health camps, general cleaning of towns and electing of monuments in remembrance of the efforts and sacrifices of the people from Greater Mbarara in the liberation struggle.

The activities were carried out in Mbarara City and district, Ibanda, Kazo, Isingiro, Kiruhura, and Rwampara districts.

The 42^nd Tarehe Sita anniversary was held under the theme: “Recognizing the Sacrifice of the founders of the Peoples Revolution for social economic transformation.”

Tarehe Sita is the day UPDF marks the attack on Kabamba barracks in 1981 which launched the five-year struggle that brought the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government into power 37 years ago.

The day is celebrated every 6th of February.

Kazo: Tarehe Sita anniversary army week activities launched

Written by kazofm.admin on January 28, 2023. Posted in Local, National, News.

The Minister of Defence, Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja has today officiated the launch of the 42nd Tarehe Sita anniversary army week activities in Greater Mbarara sub-region.

Speaking as chief guest at the function that took place at Kazo Playground, in Kazo Town council, Kazo district, Ssempijja commended the people of Kazo for the various roles they played during the liberation saying that it’s the reason for the decision to bring this function to Kazo and greater Mbarara.

***Minister of Defence, Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja, the chief guest giving his remarks during the Tarehe Sita regional launch.***

Speaking at the same function, the Deputy Chief of defence forces Maj. Gen. Don Nabasa who represented the Chief of Defence Forces Gen Wilson Mbasu Mbadi noted that Tarehe Sita activities exist not that they have a lot but to cement the relationship between the army and the people of Kazo and greater Mbarara for the work they did during the struggle.

The Chief of Civil-Military Cooperation in the UPDF, Brig. Gen. Emmanuel Rwashande lauded the residents for maintaining a strong relationship with the army, noting that the regional activities that include medical outreach programs, tree planting campaign and the construction and renovation of infrastructure in selected areas which symbolize the historical relationship between UPDF and the people which is critical for peace and stability so that prosperity can reign.

***Minister of Defence, Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja, the chief guest waters a tree, he planted at Kazo District Headquarters.***

Kazo district leaders led by the chairman LC V, Rev Samuel Mugisha and the area member of Parliament, Hon Dan Kimosho appreciated the president and the UPDF for considering Kazo to host this function saying the sons of Kazo also did good work in liberating this country.

The regional launch was attended by several dignitaries like; representatives of security forces, political leaders of greater Mbarara sub-region , religious leaders, historicals, opinion leaders among others and was celebrated under the Theme; “Recognizing the sacrifice of the founders of the people’s revolution for social economic transformation.”

Hepatitis B test results (Courtesy photo)

Kazo: Residents urged to get vaccinated against Hepatitis B

Written by kazofm.admin on January 27, 2023. Posted in Local, National, News.

In an effort to raise awareness about Hepatitis B, our reporter caught up with Mumbere Sam, the in-charge of Bahamagara Medical Clinics operating in Kazo Town Council, Kazo District.

Dr Mumbere explained that Hepatitis affects people in different ways; some may experience fatigue, stomach pain or fever, while others may not even know that they have Hepatitis.

A section of people develop serious health ailments, which include liver failure or brain damage.

According to the World Health Organization(WHO), Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.

The Hepatitis virus presents in five commonly known strains: Type A, B, C, D and E.

All of them affect the liver but there are some key differences in origin, transmission, and severity of the disease.

WHO adds that the virus is most commonly transmitted from mother to child during birth and delivery, as well as through contact with blood or other body fluids during sex with an infected partner, unsafe injections or exposures to sharp instruments.

WHO maintains that Hepatitis is manageable and can only be preventable with vaccination, but there is no cure at present.

Dr Mumbere has urged people to avoid all the ways of contracting viral infections like avoiding unprotected sex with an infected person, constant testing, among others which are the most common cause of hepatitis.

Dr Mumbere has also urged people to vaccinate noting that Hepatitis B can be prevented by vaccines that are safe, available and effective.

WHO estimates that Hepatitis B affects approximately 296 million people, including over 6 million children under the age of 5 and it contributes to an estimated 820,000 deaths every year.