Maid captured on video torturing baby to appear in court on December 8

KAMPALA:
The Maid that was captured appearing to be torturing a toddler in a video is set to appear in court for a second hearing on December 8.

The video that went viral on social media on Friday depicting a maid torturing a two-year-old toddler has sparked mass outrage.

In the video, which went viral on Facebook, Jolly Tumuhirwe, a 22-year-old housemaid in Naalya in Kiwatule suburb, appears to be battering the baby with a hard object on the face. When the child starts vomiting, the video shows the maid throwing her heartlessly on the floor of the living room. She then beats her with a hard object before standing on the baby’s back several times and the toddler groaned in pain on the floor.

Police said the motive of the assault had not yet been established but added that Tumuhirwe had worked for the couple’s home for only 26 days. The parents said the baby had been discharged from hospital and was improving.

“We took her to the hospital for medical checkup and she is ok. We will be returning to the hospital next week,” the girl’s mother only identified as Angela said by telephone yesterday.

Suspect remanded
According to the police spokesperson Fred Enanga, the case was reported by the girl’s father Eric Kamanzi on November 13 at Kiwatule Police Post after he had viewed the footage of CCTV camera installed in the house.

The matter was transferred to Kiira Police Division. After the investigations, the maid was charged with torture in Nakawa Magistrate’s Court on Thursday and remanded to Luzira prison.

Mr Enanga said Ms Tumuhirwe was charged under Section 3 of the Anti-Torture Act. The section stipulates several offences including “systematic beating, all of which attract a maximum penalty of 15 years in jail on conviction. However, Enanga said the police had sought advice of the Director of Public Prosecutions to amend the charge to attempted murder which attracts up to a maximum sentence of life imprisonment on conviction.

Ms Tumuhirwe will re-appear in court on December 8.

Utility

The torture video was released a day after another horrific event in which another two-year-old Allan Ssemaganda was run-over by a Kampala Capital City Authority vehicle. The child had been taken to the authority headquarters to be breast fed by the mother who was due to appear in court at City Hall. The KCCA officials insist the knocking was not intentional but accidental.

 

Now or never for Uganda Cranes

Cranes striker Geoffrey Massa looks to the heavens during the game against Togo. Cranes will need prayers going into tonight’s game against Guinea

March 16, 1978; the day Uganda came closest to winning Africa’s biggest football showpiece only to fall 2-0 to hosts Ghana in the final.
Sadly, it has been one painstaking wait ever since. Eighteen Nations Cup tournaments have since been played and Uganda have only come agonisingly close. Not close to winning the title, but earning rights to compete for it.
That wait could end tonight. That agonising suspense could face its extinction today if Uganda can fashion a draw against Guinea in Group E’s final 2015 Afcon qualifying game at Casablanca’s Complexe Mohammed in Morocco.
The needed point would see Uganda move to eight, and in Equatorial Guinea - the 2015 hosts - regardless of the result between Ghana and Togo in Tamale. Ghana are on eight while Cranes opponents today, who they beat 2-0 in Kampala, are level with Uganda on seven. Togo are bottom on six.

Any winner today will progress among the top two although a draw in their respective games will see Uganda and Ghana, who the Cranes better head-to-head, qualify. “For us it is a dream,” said Cranes coach Micho Sredojevic ahead of the tie to be officiated by Senegalese referee Malang Diedhiou,
“It is our driving force. It will be tough against Guinea but we really want to get the best out of ourselves and we look forward to qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations.”
His Guinea counterpart Michel Dussuyer, whose side thrashed Togo 4-1 at the weekend, is aware of the task at hand. “We must remain focused on our game and our goal,” he told local press, “I told them (his players) that victory in Togo is useless if it is not followed by a victory against Uganda. “Uganda concedes few goals. This is a team that is difficult to maneuver but we will have to find an opening.”
Uganda have conceded just thrice while Guinea eight times, including Geoffrey Massa’s brace in Kampala.
Micho is expected to employ a balancing act since he cannot go all out in attack, nor can he set out to defend for a draw. The agile Guineans will punish any lapse in concentration.

The Serb is likely to make at least three changes by starting Godfrey Walusimbi – returning from suspension – at leftback at the expense of Brian Majwega.
Dennis Onyango should retain his place in goal with skipper Andy Mwesigwa, Savio Kabugo – scorer in the 1-0 victory over Ghana, and Isaac Isinde completing the back four.
Geoffrey ‘Baba’ Kizito is likely to replace Farouq Miya in the middle alongside in-form Tonny Mawejje to add more protection to the back four. Daniel Sserunkuma, so impressive against Ghana when he replaced Yunus Ssentamu, should help Mike Sserumaga and Kizito Luwagga to craft chances for Massa in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Danger man Soumah Seydouba, hat-trick hero against Togo, is likely to trouble Uganda the most.

Cranes probable
Dennis Onyango, Godfrey Walusimbi, Andy Mwesigwa (captain), Savio Kabugo, Isaac Isinde, Tonny Mawejje, Geoffrey Kizito, Luwagga Kizito, Mike Sserumaga, Daniel Sserunkuma, Geoffrey Massa
Subs: Robert Odongkara, Habib Kavuma, Martin Kizza, Khalid Aucho, Farouq Miya, Brian Majwega, Robert Ssentongo
HEAD TO HEAD
Afcon qualifiers, 10/09/2014:
Uganda 2-0 Guinea
WCQ, 23/04/2000: Guinea 3-0 Uganda
WCQ, 08/04/2000: Uganda 4-4 Guinea
Afcon finals 1976: Guinea 2-1 Uganda
Uganda (1 win), Guinea (2 wins), 1 draw
Fifa ranking: 55 - Guinea, 84 – Uganda

Jennifer Lopez Reacts to Marc Anthony's Engagement to Shannon De Lima

Jennifer Lopez has reacted to ex-husband Marc Anthony's new engagement to Shannon De Lima.

Nothing but love from Lopez! Jennifer Lopez stayed upbeat when asked about ex-husband Marc Anthony's recent engagement to model Shannon De Lima.
"I'm happy for him," she told New York Daily News (via Philly.com) of his impending nuptials. "I am totally single. It's not going to be forever. Someone great will come along."
 Earlier this week Anthony, 46, proposed to De Lima back in March, and the couple are set to walk down the aisle in mid-November in the Dominican Republic.
As the Latin singer prepares to wed, Lopez has been making the rounds promoting her new tell-all memoir, True Love. In it, she gives details on her relationship with Anthony and how their marriage fell apart.
"Things between Marc and me weren't perfect," she admitted in the book. "Our marriage was never the kind to glide along peacefully. From the beginning it was tumultuous, passionate and explosive.''

                                                                            Marc and Shannon
Anthony waited in the wings for years after first meeting Lopez in the late '90s. Lopez divorced her first husband Ojani Noa in 1998, married backup dancer Cris Judd in 2001, had a two-year romance with P. Diddy, and was engaged to Ben Affleck in 2002 before settling down with Anthony. The couple welcomed twins Max and Emme in 2008, and announced their split in 2011.
Anthony has four other children from his previous relationships with Dayanara Torres and Debbie Rosado. This will be his third marriage.
   

Solange Knowles Marries Alan Ferguson in New Orleans Wedding: Details, Plus See Her Stunning Pre-Wedding Jumpsuit!

Solange Knowles married her video director fiance Alan Ferguson in New Orleans on Sunday, Nov. 16,
The 28-year-old DJ and Ferguson, 51, were feted by a close-knit group of friends and family, including the bride's big sister Beyonce, brother-in-law Jay Z, and mom Tina Knowles.
The bride wore a stunning, low-cut white jumpsuit with a cape. Her groom sported a matching all-white suit. The couple rode white bicycles up to their wedding venue at Holy Trinity Church in the Bywater area of New Orleans, as several locals congratulated them. The stunning venue, which has been used as a shooting location in several films, was decorated with four trees covered in white lights and large hanging lights.
Us broke news earlier this week that the "Losing You" singer-songwriter was set to marry near her Louisiana home, where she lives with her 10-year-old son Julez. Before exchanging vows, the couple enjoyed a movie night with Bey on Friday, followed by their rehearsal dinner on Saturday.

 Over the summer, Knowles gushed about her future wedding location in an Instagram post. "Thank you nola for giving me so many wonderful, rich, and endless days of joy," she wrote. "For giving my son one of the best summer experiences. For the night I danced until 8 am in a place filled with nothing but love. I fall in love with you more and more every day. You are magic. I am grateful."
Knowles' famous family often makes headlines, but her relationship hasn't. In a rare moment, Knowles opened up about her beau via Instagram on July 21. "Boyfriend took this of me the other night when we got home from dancing," she captioned a pic of herself. "I was happy. I am happy here."
She also shared personal photos with Ferguson from her 28th birthday in June, and sounded off on her past relationships to Harper's Bazaar in March. "Luckily, I dated all of the losers ages ago," she explained. "My love life has been stable for a while."
This is the second marriage for Knowles. She wed Julez's father Daniel Smith in February 2004, later confirming their split in 2007.


 

Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 7, Episode 2 Recap: Apollo Nida Finally Admits That He Lied About Kenya Moore's Sexts

On The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Phaedra Parks' husband Apollo Nida admitted he lied about Kenya Moore's sexts!

Well, this is awkward. In the Nov. 16 episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta, Apollo Nida sets out to dot his I’s, cross his T’s and right all his wrongs with everyone before he leaves for prison…everyone except for his wife, Phaedra Parks. During son Ayden’s dentist appointment, the parents do their best to save face for their two boys, but the tension can be felt even through the world’s strongest Novocain haze. They virtually ignore each other throughout the whole ordeal before leaving in separate cars and going their separate ways.
“Apollo has basically broken up our family,” Phaedra says.



Cynthia Bailey and Peter Thomas are a whole lot happier on their side of town. Cynthia’s riding high from her Ebony Magazine “Sexy at Any Age” spread -- and Peter, supportive as ever, plans a celebration for her at his newly reopened Bar One lounge. He asks her about the guest list, and she strategically excludes a few particular names.
“I’m ridding myself of all negativity and negative people…being friends with NeNe is a full-time job. It was way more draining than my fibroids could ever be,” Cynthia shares. So guess who isn’t invited to the party?
Though they said “I do” months ago, Todd Tucker is still dealing with the wrath of his wicked stepmother, Kandi Burruss’ Mama Joyce. Kandi, the ever-dutiful daughter, prepares to buy her mom a new home down the street from her and Todd, who isn’t too thrilled about his new neighbor

Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker struggled with Mama Joyce's move in the Nov. 16 episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

“She knows how to push your buttons,” Todd tells Kandi. “I just want everybody to be happy,” Kandi counters. Mission: Impossible.
At Kenya Moore’s place, her friend Brandon comes over for an impromptu rescue operation. Kenya’s still playing the role of the recluse after her fight with Porsha Williams but is growing tired of hiding.
“I was a working actress! I still want to be that actress, that model, that producer, that director, that writer,” she says.
Kenya and Brandon also dish about Atlanta’s hottest topic -- Apollo’s 8-year prison sentence. Brandon, who got into a huge fistfight with Apollo at NeNe's disastrous "pajama" party last season, has clearly moved on…and Kenya finally wants to do the same. She’s baaack!
Kandi shows her mom the new house and, surprisingly, she loves it. It wouldn’t be a Mama Joyce moment if she didn’t express her skepticism for Kandi’s new family, though. While she apologized to Todd’s daughter, Kaela, for her less-than-maternal behavior, Mama Joyce won’t be doling any sorries out to Todd’s mom, Miss Sharon…whom she almost fought before the wedding!
“She escaped a good butt-whooping,” she tells Kandi. She’s an OGG -- an Original Gangsta Granny.
NeNe Leakes, our favorite showgirl, prepares for Cirque du Soleil Zumanity's sold-out opening night Las Vegas show. NeNe’s usually the portrait of confidence, but she shows a side that most haven’t seen before -- and almost lets her stage fright get to her.

 
    

Vision Volleyball Camp win league title at first attempt

Vision Volleyball Camp players celebrate their momentous achievement. 

 Kampala

Vision Volleyball Camp (VVC) became the fifth team to win the women’s title of the NSSF Volleyball League and in the process ended Ndejje Elites’ two year reign.

VVC defeated Ndejje 3-1 in the best of five series but had to fight tooth and nail to come out 3-2 victors in game four. “The girls fought a good fight, it was obvious from the onset that Ndejje were not going to go down without a fight,” said VVC coach Hannington Nsubuga.
“But we were stronger mentally, and it was evident in the crucial moments of the game,” he added.

Ndejje had the better service that seemed to trouble VVC and they duly took the first set 25-22.

VVC’s opposite attacker Peace Busingye started to bite, setter Viola Akisa composed herself while Josephine Nammanda, Vivian Adeke were all spot-on with their cover.

Blocker Irene Adeke and Joan Nabuuto made vital points off the block, as VVC won sets two and three 25-18, 25-17 respectively.

VVC almost gave it away as contentment took its toll and Ndejje won the fourth 25-23.

The tie-breaker offered little with VVC establishing a commanding 8-4 lead, that shortly after grew to a championship point at 14-10. Nabuuto went to serve for the match point. Her target was Saidat Nnungi who butted the ball for VVC to win 15-10.

“Inexperience cost us the title, but we will return next season a much stronger side,” Ndejje coach Johnson Kawenyera said.

For a club started just this year, VVC’s league crown was a staggring ninth title in 11 finals. In the men’s final, KAVC made sure it goes to the wire after they defeated Sport-S 3-2 in game four of the series.

Uganda has Kabugo to thank as Afcon dream remains alive

  Savio Kabugo is carried by teammate Mawejje after Uganda beat Ghana at Namboole.

2015 Afcon qualifier
Yesterday’s result
Uganda 1-0 Ghana, Namboole
Standings
P W D L GF GA GD Ps
Ghana 5 2 2 1 8 6 +2 8
Uganda 5 2 1 2 4 3 1 7
Togo 4 2 0 2 5 5 0 6
Guinea 4 1 1 2 4 7 -3 4
*Table does not include Togo-Guinea result

Kampala

Savio Kabugo definitely took Emmanuel Adebayor’s advice. His committed run from his half under coach Micho Sredojevic’s frantic urging on the touchline was quite a tale.

The central defender arrived in time to connect Mike Sserumaga’s searching corner after a run that underlined the hard work he has put in during training. Perhaps he had also taken on Adebayor’s advice of continuing the hard work after the two defeats to the West Africans.

That ninth minute header ensured a crucial 1-0 victory over the fancied Ghanaians in the penultimate 2015 Nations Cup qualifier at Namboole last evening.

It may not be a collector’s item as he sneaked in on the blindside but will remain in the young man’s memory.

It was the first goal for the Sports Club Victory University (SCVU) defender in five Nations Cup qualifying games; his senior debut coming against the same opposition in the 1-1 first leg stalemate in Kumasi.

Uganda will now travel to Casablanca, Morocco to face Guinea on Wednesday knowing victory will end the 37 painful years of absence from the Afcon finals. The Cranes are now on seven points, one behind Ghana. Togo, who are on six, and Guinea – two points less, was a late kick off.

Under the watch of close to 30,000 spectators, Ghana had the earliest chance, Uganda conceding a corner and Christian Atsu delivering it immaculately. But, Majeed Waris could only hold his head in frustration after missing the ball.
Uganda’s chance the other end instead drew deafening noise, the Cranes winning a corner thanks to Geoffrey Massa’s pressure on a Ghanaian defender.

The resultant corner was the moment everyone hoped for. Sserumaga, on his return to the fold after two years in the cold, drilled it past everyone in the Ghanaian box for Kabugo, in his virgin 20s, to nod home.

The Usain Bolt-esque gun posturing celebrations that followed from Kabugo only emphasized the importance of the goal. A loose fan was not to be left out, sprinting across the pitch and past Ghanaian goalkeeper Razak Braimah in stupid ecstasy.

Ghana needed something. Waris latched onto a pass down the left, beating skipper Andy Mwesigwa. The defender applied a rugby strategy, bringing Waris down to pick his yellow card.

Striker Yunus Ssentamu’s ankle, which has troubled him all week, soon gave way allowing a first half forced substitution. Daniel Sserunkuma replaced him. The Gor Mahia striker soon threaded a delicious pass to Sserumaga but John Boye intercepted.

The second half was an equally open affair, Tonny Mawejje releasing Sserunkuma on the left but Gor Mahia man losing footing.

Ghana stand-in skipper Andre Ayew was kept quiet before being substituted late on, but even when he created openings, Atsu and Waris were disappointing.
Substitute David Accam could have rescued a point for the Black Stars but Dennis Onyango saved brilliantly from the Ghanaian’s half volley.