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MTN MoMo Uganda introduces the Virtual Card by MoMo Mastercard

MTN MoMo Uganda introduces the Virtual Card by MoMo Mastercard

The Virtual Card by MoMo enables secure and seamless online transactions without a physical card or bank account Launched in collaboration with Mastercard, Diamond Trust Bank and Network International, the virtual card simplifies everyday online transactions, enhancing the financial ecosystem for customers   Kampala, Uganda, 28 February 2025 - MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited, in partnership with Mastercard, Diamond Trust Bank and Network International, has launched the Virtual Card by MoMo, an innovative payment...
Visa and Mastercard accused of market monopoly in UK

Visa and Mastercard accused of market monopoly in UK

Visa and Mastercard face regulatory action in the United Kingdom following a payments watchdog’s investigation.The Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) is considering “remedies” for the two companies after uncovering a lack of competition in the card payment market, according to a Thursday (March 6) press release.“Cards are a popular and convenient way to make payments in the U.K., so any issues in the card market can have a negative impact on...
Campaigners celebrate court ruling to decolonise Kampala

Campaigners celebrate court ruling to decolonise Kampala

Campaigners have welcomed a court ruling to remove British colonial monuments from Uganda’s capital, Kampala, and to rename streets that honour “crooks and historical figureheads”. In last week’s high court ruling, Justice Musa Ssekaana directed the city authorities to remove the names of British figures from streets, monuments and other landmarks. They include Maj Gen Henry Edward Colville, an early commissioner of the Uganda protectorate, and Frederick Lugard, a prominent colonial official...
Google Has Started Tracking Your Phone Silently And How You Can Stop It

Google Has Started Tracking Your Phone Silently And How You Can Stop It

You are being tracked—and it can’t be stopped Updated on March 4 with Google’s response to the new tracking warning. Google Chrome is about to make a huge tracking change. We await a global prompt to say no to cookies  within the world’s most popular browser — albeit we will need to use private browsing for some of the new protections. But while all that’s going on, here’s a nasty new surprise...
Parliament has passed the East African Community Mediation Agreement Bill, 2024, aimed at resolving long-standing issues surrounding the pension and retirement benefits of former employees of the dissolved East African Community (EAC).

Parliament has passed the East African Community Mediation Agreement Bill, 2024, aimed at resolving long-standing issues surrounding the pension and retirement benefits of former employees of the dissolved East African Community (EAC).

Wednesday, 5th March 2025Parliament has passed the East African Community Mediation Agreement Bill, 2024, aimed at resolving long-standing issues surrounding the pension and retirement benefits of former employees of the dissolved East African Community (EAC).The House also adopted the Report of the Committee on East African Community Affairs presented by the Chairperson, Hon. Nsaba Buturo, during the plenary sitting on Wednesday, 05 March 2025.The Minister of State for East African...
Museveni Approves The Artists Copyright Management System To Boost Artists Earnings

Museveni Approves The Artists Copyright Management System To Boost Artists Earnings

The initiative, developed by State House scientists, is expected to revolutionise the creative industry by curbing music piracy and guaranteeing artists’ financial stability.President Museveni has endorsed a Copyright Management System aimed at ensuring musicians in Uganda earn from their work through digital tracking of music usage.The initiative, developed by State House scientists, is expected to revolutionise the creative industry by curbing music piracy and guaranteeing artists’ financial stability.Speaking during a...
MANCHESTER UNITED HAVE REJECTED A £40MILLION OFFER FROM ITALIAN SIDE NAPOLI FOR ALEJANDRO GARNACHO.

MANCHESTER UNITED HAVE REJECTED A £40MILLION OFFER FROM ITALIAN SIDE NAPOLI FOR ALEJANDRO GARNACHO.

 Manchester United have rejected a £40million offer from Italian side Napoli for Alejandro Garnacho.The Italian side have made the Argentina international their No.1 target this month to replace star man Khvicha Kvaratskelia. The Georgian star is heading to Paris Saint-Germain in a £70million transfer, which will be completed on Friday. And while it is understood that Garnacho is keen to leave Old Trafford, and is keen on a move to Naples,...
SEE NAMES OF UGANDANS SHORTLISTED FOR GOVERNMENT PAYROLL JOBS AS HEAD TEACHERS, DEPUTIES IN KCCA SCHOOLS.

SEE NAMES OF UGANDANS SHORTLISTED FOR GOVERNMENT PAYROLL JOBS AS HEAD TEACHERS, DEPUTIES IN KCCA SCHOOLS.

 About 50 Ugandans have been shortlisted for interviews for government payroll jobs as head teachers and deputy head teachers in KCCA schools. The lists were released by the Education Service Commission (ESC).The shortlisted were the best out of those who applied for the jobs when the ESC put out a call for applications from interested candidates. “This is to inform candidates who responded to ESC Adverts No. 3 and 4/2024 that...
CENTENARY BANK ON SPOT OVER SAUDI-BASED CUSTOMER'S 'VANISHED' SAVINGS.

CENTENARY BANK ON SPOT OVER SAUDI-BASED CUSTOMER'S 'VANISHED' SAVINGS.

 A Ugandan working in the Middle East, Patrick Mulumba, has taken to social media to demand the return of his life savings withdrawn from his Centenary Bank account. Mulumba, who claims to have been a loyal customer for over a decade, has accused the bank of mishandling his case, leaving him unable to access his funds.He accuses the bank of withdrawing up to Shs 4.5 million before blocking the account with...
GOVERNMENT REDUCES ELECTRICITY TARIFFS TO EASE CONSUMER COSTS.

GOVERNMENT REDUCES ELECTRICITY TARIFFS TO EASE CONSUMER COSTS.

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has announced a reduction in electricity tariffs for the first quarter of 2025, lowering the cost of power for domestic, commercial, and industrial consumers across Uganda. The new rates reflect an average 5.2% decrease compared to the previous quarter, driven by favorable economic factors such as reduced inflation, lower international fuel prices, and stable foreign exchange rates. ERA Chairperson Sarah Wasagali Kanaabi said the reduction would save...
GOVERNMENT OF UGANDA TO RECRUIT OVER 2800 TEACHERS AHEAD OF NEW TERM.

GOVERNMENT OF UGANDA TO RECRUIT OVER 2800 TEACHERS AHEAD OF NEW TERM.

 Government has announced that it has started a process that will see it recruit at least 2821 teachers for 91 seed schools around the country ahead of the new school term. The chairperson of the Education Service Commission, Rev. Prof. Dr. Samuel Luboga said having advertised these jobs on December, 23,2024, they will close receiving of applications from teachers on January 10. “The schools have been organized in 10 clusters to ease...
4 THINGS MOSQUITOS DON'T LIKE, WHICH WILL MAKE THEM RUN FROM BITTING YOU.

4 THINGS MOSQUITOS DON'T LIKE, WHICH WILL MAKE THEM RUN FROM BITTING YOU.

The facts that this insect has cause the death of thousand has brought the issue to the attention of the international community and prompted authorities to boost their efforts to eradicate the insects. Even though malaria drugs and treatments are easily accessible and have a good track record, some of them are prohibitively expensive for the average citizens. Well, Pesticides are regarded to be efficient in the control of mosquito. Not...
MPs Raise Concern over slow access to cancer care

MPs Raise Concern over slow access to cancer care

The Minister of Health, Dr. Ruth Aceng, has defended the government’s proposal to borrow US$18.09 million (UGX 65.923 billion) from the African Development Fund for the expansion and equipping of the Uganda Cancer Institute. She argued that the loan is essential for improving cancer care in Uganda and addressing the overwhelming workload faced by oncologists.Dr. Aceng made these remarks during an appearance before Parliament’s National Economy Committee. She explained that...
KAGINA PREPARES TO HAND OVER UNRA TO MINISTRY OF WORKS.

KAGINA PREPARES TO HAND OVER UNRA TO MINISTRY OF WORKS.

 Kampala, Uganda – As the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) prepares to wind down its operations following the enactment of the UNRA Repeal Act by President Museveni, the agency has outlined a detailed plan for the handover of its functions and assets to the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT). The transition, which is set to be completed by December 30, 2024, will see the transfer of responsibilities, assets, and staff...
FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM AND WHATAPP DOWN IN META OUTAGE.

FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM AND WHATAPP DOWN IN META OUTAGE.

 Users of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are reporting difficulties accessing them due to a mass global outage. "We're aware that a technical issue is impacting some users' ability to access our apps. We're working to get things back to normal as quickly as possible and apologize for any inconvenience," Meta, which owns the apps, said on X. Over 22,000 people reported issues with Facebook this evening and over 18,000 struggled to use...
Bebe Cool Announces Release of New Single, ‘Circumference’

Bebe Cool Announces Release of New Single, ‘Circumference’

Ugandan music icon Bebe Cool is gearing up to treat fans with an early Christmas gift as he announces the release of ‘Circumference’, the first single off his highly anticipated album, Break The Chains. The announcement was made on Monday evening during a press conference held at Next Media Park in Naguru.Circumference is set to drop this Friday, December 13, and will be available on major music streaming platforms, including Spotify,...
PAUL POGBA'S LONG-AWAITED RETURN TO FOOTBALL IS CANCELLED LAST-MINUTE DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES '....AS FANS FUME OVER EX-MAN UNITED STAR BEING DENIED HIS COME BACK AFTER DOPING BAN.

PAUL POGBA'S LONG-AWAITED RETURN TO FOOTBALL IS CANCELLED LAST-MINUTE DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES '....AS FANS FUME OVER EX-MAN UNITED STAR BEING DENIED HIS COME BACK AFTER DOPING BAN.

 Supporters have been left fuming after Paul Pogba 's expected return to the pitch was cancelled just four days before the returning Frenchman was set to play.The former Manchester United midfielder was previously handed a four-year suspension from playing after testing positive for elevated levels of testosterone following Juventus ' opening game of the 2023-24 season. Pogba successfully appealed his original ban with it subsequently being reduced to just 18 months and the...
A man married a dog

A man married a dog

A video circulating on Instagram has left viewers stunned, showing a white man getting married to a dog in an elaborate wedding ceremony . The event, held in a warm and supportive atmosphere with friends and family in attendance, has sparked strong reactions and moral concerns among social media users.In the video, the man is dressed in a suit, while the dog, his "bride," is wearing a white bridal gown....
Chelsea vs Aston Villa latest latest team News

Chelsea vs Aston Villa latest latest team News

Christoper Nkunku was on the score sheet again and while Maresca insists he will have opportunities to in the Premier League, the recent form of Nicolas Jackson suggests he will keep his place in the side on Sunday.Neto returned from international duty with an issue that saw him miss the win over Leicester City last time out. Likewise, Gusto picked up a knock that ruled him out of France Uncer-21 duty,...
West ham United vs arsenal predicted lineup

West ham United vs arsenal predicted lineup

Arsenal predicted lineup vs West Ham - Premier LeagueArsenal take on West Ham in Premier League London derby on SaturdayGunners have won back-to-back games after November breakBen White and Takehiro Tomiyasu missing for the visitorsBy Benja,ugArsenal's margin for error is ever so small if they want to get themselves back into the Premier League title race and only a win will do at West Ham United on Saturday.The Gunners' two...
CHECK OUT THE FIVE SUCCESSFUL ASSASSINATIONS OF AFRICAN LEADERS.

CHECK OUT THE FIVE SUCCESSFUL ASSASSINATIONS OF AFRICAN LEADERS.

With the recent failed assassination attempt of former US President Donald Trump on Saturday (16 July), runfarbiz network dives into some of the successful assassinations of five contemporary African leaders.1• Patrice Lumumba (1925-1961). How: Patrice Lumumba , the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), was captured by his political rivals at the time which was Moïse Tshombe and his supporters with assistance from the governments of Belgium...
ARSENAL'S INJURY UPDATE

ARSENAL'S INJURY UPDATE

Arsenal defender Ben White is now set to be out of action for at least three months after undergoing knee surgery.The Gunners star finally had an operation on an issue that had lingered for a while and seen him play through the pain barrier for many months.Arsenal medics believe White returning within three months will be a bonus, and manager Mikel Arteta will hope to have him back sooner rather...
HEIDENHEIM 0-2 CHELSEA

HEIDENHEIM 0-2 CHELSEA

Heidenheim 0-2 Chelsea: Enzo Maresca's side continue perfect run in Europe thanks to Filip Jorgensen heroicsMatch report as Chelsea make it four wins from four in the Conference League after beating Heidenheim; Filip Jorgensen made 10 saves on the evening; Heidenheim saw a goal disallowed for offside; Mykhailo Mudryk sealed the win with a stunning finishChelsea continued their perfect run in the Conference League thanks to a heroic performance from goalkeeper...
Manchester City saga today

Manchester City saga today

Meanwhile, City are currently enduring their worst-ever run under Guardiola, losing five consecutive fixtures that has put their title defence in serious doubt and collapsing midweek against Feyenoord that could see the club fail to reach the Champions League knockout stages.His recognition as the world's best was celebrated by City but his absence has never been greater felt with the reigning Premier League champions drastically struggling in his absence as...
BULAMBULI MUDSLIDE UPDATE: 15 Bodies Retrieved, 15 Injured People Rescued And Rushed to Hospital, 113 Still missing.

BULAMBULI MUDSLIDE UPDATE: 15 Bodies Retrieved, 15 Injured People Rescued And Rushed to Hospital, 113 Still missing.

A total of 15 bodies have been retrieved, while 15 injured people have been rescued and admitted to Buluganya Health Center three.Unfortunately, 113 people are still missing, but efforts are underway to locate them.The Police together with other sister security agencies with the help of the local community have intensified rescue operations, that is however, being hindered by impassable roads, which are preventing vehicles, including ambulances and wheel loaders, from reaching the...
Rumors says that bank of Uganda might have lost more than 62 Billion Uganda shillings due to Cyber hackers

Rumors says that bank of Uganda might have lost more than 62 Billion Uganda shillings due to Cyber hackers

#Update.Bank of Uganda and security officials are still in shock after a shadowy group of experienced hackers calling themselves “Waste” based in Southeast Asia penetrated the Central Bank’s IT infrastructure firewalls and successfully took away Shs62.4 billion that was to used to fund part of Uganda recently announced budget. Sources say a fortnight ago BOU officials noticed that over Shs62 billions on the treasury account was nowhere to be seen ,on ...
Daily USSD Codes for MTN UG and Airtel UG that may assist you when having some Emergencies.

Daily USSD Codes for MTN UG and Airtel UG that may assist you when having some Emergencies.

This blog is written for the purpose of learning purposes only, it's not in partnership or being sponsored by any of the telecommunication companies.  Anyway let's start like this, iknow many people can be having their mobile phones  be it button, smart phone under Categories of Android, IOS etc , the topic cuts across today on how you can really utilize any of the lines if either MTN or Airtel...
BESIGYE TO BE ARRAIGNED IN MAKINDYE COURT MARTIAL TODAY.

BESIGYE TO BE ARRAIGNED IN MAKINDYE COURT MARTIAL TODAY.

 Kampala, (UG):-Uganda’s prominent opposition stalwart, Dr Kizza Besigye who is rumoured to be detained in Kampala will this morning be paraded at the General Court Martial in Makindye. Besigye, a four-time presidential runner-up and former president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) was Tuesday evening reported missing after going silent and untraceable for close to five days since his public appearance on Saturday, November 16, in Kenya’s capital Nairobi. Eng Winnie...
AMBASSADOR PULLS OUT PISTOL TO SHOOT LANGO CULTURAL LEADERS AFTER BEING TOLD TO EXIT MEETING, POLICE FORCEFULLY DISARMS HIM.

AMBASSADOR PULLS OUT PISTOL TO SHOOT LANGO CULTURAL LEADERS AFTER BEING TOLD TO EXIT MEETING, POLICE FORCEFULLY DISARMS HIM.

 Dozens of elderly clan leaders scampered to hide under a banana plantation as security personnel wrestled Uganda’s former deputy Ambassador to the US, Mr Dickson Ogwang Okul to disarm him after drawing a pistol at a meeting. Drama unfolded when Mr Okul, who is currently serving in Khartoum as Charge d’ Affaires, stormed a meeting at the Lango Cultural Centre with his two bodyguards at around 1:37pm. One of the bodyguards...
UGANDA AND DRC PARLIAMENTARIAN DISCUSS REGIONAL TRADE AND SECURITY.

UGANDA AND DRC PARLIAMENTARIAN DISCUSS REGIONAL TRADE AND SECURITY.

 In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations, Speaker of Parliament Anita Among met with a delegation of Members of Parliament from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to discuss regional security and commerce. The meeting emphasized the importance of peace and security in fostering economic growth and integration between the two nations. “We are very eager to increase and improve cross-border trade; ensure there is peace and security in the two...

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