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29 Aug

Museveni to resolve compensation woes of Northern Uganda war claimants

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaUganda, Yoweri Museveni

President Yoweri Museveni has given the people of Northern Uganda reassurance that he will resolve the impasse in compensating war claimants in the region. “I will call a meeting and discuss with area Members of Parliament, Ministers and elders in the area. I heard that some of the money was initially taken by lawyers; so many problems but we are committed,” Museveni said. He made the commitment while opening the regional plenary sittings at the Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City on Thursday, 29 August 2024. According to the Deputy Attorney General, Jackson Kafuuzi, Shs2 trillion is required for compensation of…

27 Aug

Seller’s Grief: An Emerging Category of Risk in Real Estate

Reporter0 CommentsOpinionsReal Estate

This article will emphasize an idea that has far too long escaped real estate buyers and their legal representatives. It explores what is at stake when the emotional experience that the seller has been through, leading to them disposing of the property, informs the seller's attitude to the transaction, thereby positioning it as a specific category of risk. In real estate, this emotional undercurrent can be understood through a concept we might call seller's grief. Grief is frequently linked to the sorrow we feel when we lose someone with whom we had a deep connection, but it extends beyond that.…

27 Aug

Eliud Owalo Meets with Public Service Performance Management Unit to Strengthen Government Accountability

Reporter0 CommentsCountiesEliud Owalo

Eliud Owalo, Deputy Chief of Staff responsible for Performance and Delivery Management in Government, held an early morning meeting today with the Public Service Performance Management Unit, signaling the government's commitment to enhancing accountability and efficiency across all levels. The meeting, which was led by the Secretary for Performance Contracting, Joshua Mwiranga, focused on the 5th Administration's strategy to institutionalize performance management and contracting throughout the government. Owalo emphasized that the administration, under the leadership of President Dr. William Samoei Ruto, is determined to implement these mechanisms down to individual scorecards to ensure that every public servant is held accountable…

27 Aug

President Ruto Launches Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

Reporter0 CommentsNewsRaila Odinga, Samia Suluhu, William Ruto, Yoweri Museveni

In a grand ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, President William Ruto officially launched Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship. The event, marked by vibrant displays of support and unity, was attended by several high-profile African leaders, including Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, and South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir. Former Presidents Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania and Olusegun Obasanjo of Nigeria were also in attendance, adding to the event's significance. Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, though absent, was represented by Minister of State in charge of Regional Cooperation, James Kabarebe. In his address, President…

27 Aug

Environment CS Aden Duale Represents President Ruto at AU Consultation on Climate Change, Peace, and Security

Reporter0 CommentsCountiesAden Duale, Environment

Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale represented President William Ruto today at the opening session of the African Union (AU) Consultation on the Development of the Common African Position on Climate Change, Peace, and Security. The three-day consultative meeting, held in Nairobi, aims to address the interlinked challenges of climate change, peace, and security on the continent. The high-level meeting seeks to identify and bridge gaps in policy, technical capacity, funding, and decision-making that have hindered the effective development and implementation of responses to the interconnected threats of climate change and conflict. The discussions are expected to pave the way for…

27 Aug

President Ruto to Launch Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

Reporter0 CommentsNewsRaila Odinga, William Ruto

President William Ruto is set to officially launch Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship today. The event marks a rare display of unity between the two leaders, who have historically been political rivals, as they come together to push for Kenya’s representation in one of Africa’s most influential leadership roles. The launch is expected to attract high-profile political figures, diplomats, and representatives from various African nations, signaling the importance of Odinga’s candidacy for the top AU position. Raila Odinga, a veteran politician and former Prime Minister of Kenya, is widely respected across the continent for his…

27 Aug

Government to Begin Kshs 1.4 Billion Compensation for Dongo Kundu SEZ Project Affected Persons

Reporter0 CommentsNewsSpecial Economic Zones (SEZ)

The Government of Kenya is set to begin the allocation of Kshs 1.4 billion to compensate 1,648 Project Affected Persons (PAPs) under the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Mombasa and Kwale Counties. The compensation process is scheduled to commence this week as part of the government's commitment to ensuring the smooth implementation of the Dongo Kundu SEZ project. Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade, and Industry, Hon. Salim Mvurya, confirmed that the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has successfully verified and streamlined the list of PAPs. Additionally, 400 acres of land have been allocated for the resettlement of the affected…

24 Aug

Uganda and DRC Commit to Strengthening Fisheries Management

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaDRC, Fisheries, Uganda

Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reaffirmed their commitment to the sustainable management of shared fisheries resources in Lakes Edward and Albert. During the third Council of Ministers (CoM) meeting held today, both nations approved the workplan and budget for the Bilateral Fisheries and Aquaculture Organisation (BFA) for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This meeting marks another significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two countries, building on the foundation laid during the 7th Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) session in 2018, where the Bilateral Fisheries Agreement was signed. This agreement established a framework for the joint management…

24 Aug

Government of Kenya Releases Ksh. 21.8 Billion to Public Schools

Reporter0 CommentsNewsEducation, Julius Migos Ogamba

In preparation for the upcoming school term starting on 26th August 2024, the Kenyan government has announced the release of Ksh. 21,879,307,912.48 as capitation funds for public basic education institutions. This substantial allocation is aimed at supporting learners across all public primary, junior secondary, and secondary schools in the country. The breakdown of the funds is as follows: Free Primary Education: Ksh. 1,623,828,995.40 Free Day Junior School Education: Ksh. 6,109,654,633.94 Free Day Secondary Education: Ksh. 14,145,824,283.14 The timely disbursement of these capitation funds is expected to facilitate a smooth and seamless resumption of school activities as students return for the…

24 Aug

Kenya Issues Public Advisory to Avoid Bushmeat Amid Mpox Outbreak Concerns

Reporter0 CommentsNewsMonkey Pox, Mpox, Tourism

The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has issued a public advisory urging Kenyans to refrain from handling or consuming bushmeat in light of recent Mpox cases reported in the country. This cautionary notice comes as a preventive measure following the confirmation of isolated Mpox cases, signaling the potential for a broader outbreak if necessary precautions are not observed. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), in collaboration with the Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI), is closely monitoring the situation under the One Health approach, working alongside the Directorate of Veterinary Service and the Ministry of Health. These efforts are part of…