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By Agnes E. Nantaba Fred Muwema is a partner in Muwema and Company Advocates and Solicitors. He spoke to The Independent’s Agnes E. Nantaba Any three things we don’t know about you? I am an advocate who is highly disciplined; you need discipline to get the highest standard of output. …
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By Flavia Nassaka One neighbourhood mourns businesses destroyed by KCCA eviction, fears increased crime Kirinya- Kito Zone is a low cost neighbourhood about 10kms outside of Kampala. As the city expands eastwards, the tiny brick and tin shanties in the area are jostling for space with sprouting new modern apartment …
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