Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Entebbe

Reporter at NTV-Uganda

Reporter@NTV Uganda 🇺🇬 and CEO Media Lab Entebbe

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National Drug Authority donates UGX5 Million for Lango Coronation

Oct 18, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

The National Drug Authority has donated 5 million shillings to the Lango cultural institution for their upcoming coronation on November 2nd of this year, during which Lango will install their new paramount chief, Eng Dr. Michael Moses Odongo Okune, onto the throne. Lango, along with other northern Ugandan communities, has suffered as a result of Uganda's conflicts, including the LRA war, leading to many people being displaced and seeking re-settlement.
Ministers Unveil IGAD sustainable tourism master plan 2024-2034

Sep 19, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Ministers responsible for tourism across the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) region today launched the Sustainable Tourism Master Plan (STMP) 2024-2034, marking a significant milestone for the region’s tourism industry.
Muheirwe hands over Entebbe DPC office to Twinomugisha

Jul 4, 2024 | monitor.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Entebbe District Police Commander (DPC), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kenneth Muheirwe on July 4 handed over office to former Bunyangabu counterpart, SSP Stephen Twinomugisha. Mr Muheirwe served for two years at Entebbe central police station. He has been transferred with a new role as the administrator in the operations department in the Uganda Police Force.
Senior Micro Finance support centre staff defraud UGX 10.8 billion from teachers' SACCO

Jun 24, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Four senior staff members at the Micro Finance Support Center namely John Peter Mujuni, Mwebembezi John, Asimwe Joan Baryaruha, and Birungi Julia—conspired to defraud the Government of Uganda of UGX 10.8 billion between November 2019 and August 2020. The funds, which were meant to be disbursed to Teachers' SACCOs (WALIMU) across the country to enhance their financial support, were part of a UGX 25 billion pledge by the government.
23 trafficked Ugandans successfully repatriated from Myanmar

May 23, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has successfully repatriated 23 Ugandans who had been trafficked to Myanmar. The group, consisting of five females and 18 males, was brought back to Uganda with support from the International Organization for Migration. Concerns about the victims emerged in 2023 when reports surfaced about 23 Ugandans being held in Tachileik, Myanmar, after being lured with promises of high-paying jobs.
Four Buganda Royal Institute students die in car crash

Apr 13, 2024 | monitor.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Four students from Buganda Royal Institute have died in a road crash at Musinde on Garuga road, Katabi town council. Eyewitnesses told police that the students who were en route to a beach party were travelling in a Toyota Rumion which rammed into a stationary soda truck. Police said the driver of the car in which the students were travelling collided with the truck as he attempted to overtake another vehicle.
Snake sculptures stir controversy in Entebbe

Apr 2, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

The Uganda Wildlife Education and Conservation Centre, commonly known as the zoo, has been compelled to remove a python sculpture installed along the Entebbe Highway in Katabi. Local residents and nearby schools raised concerns that the sculpture was frightening children, who mistook it for a real snake. Additionally, some members of the Christian community interpreted the presence of the snake sculpture as a sign of evil, drawing parallels to biblical references.
Police to sell underperforming aircraft amid financial concerns

Mar 28, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

The Ugandan Police Force has decided to sell one of its newly acquired rescue and operation aircraft after it failed to meet expectations. The fixed-wing aircraft, a P180 PIAGGGIO AVANTI 11 EVO, was purchased in June 2019 for USD 7,840,000. According to police officials, the aircraft did not deliver the intended outcomes.
Former MP aspirant Paul Owor remanded over Shs75m fraud

Mar 14, 2024 | monitor.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

What you need to know:The allegations against Owor include selling the same piece of land to both Ms Nahwera and Mr Opule at Shs75 million each in July 2022. Former Busiro South MP aspirant, Paul Owor has been remanded to Luzira prison on allegations of fraud, impersonation, and land malpractice. This was after Owor appeared before Entebbe magistrate’s court where he was charged on Friday.
Uganda Airlines slashes government funding as passenger traffic soars

Mar 7, 2024 | ntv.co.ug | Ivan Kamana Walunyolo

Uganda's national carrier, Uganda Airlines, announced a significant reduction in government funding, down to 34%, after generating 66% of its operational funds internally. The increase in internally generated revenue is attributed to new routes that have expanded passenger business within the region. According to the airline regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority, the growth in passenger traffic indicates capacity for additional airlines in Ugandan airspace.