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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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NEWS ABOUT: Kampala

Kampala stories: 2 news summaries

 Toxic Booze 
 Kills 40 Ugandans 

Victims of adulterated spirits include much-loved radio host

Sep 25, 09 3:54 AM CDT
(Newser) - Toxic alcohol has killed at least 40 drinkers in the last month in the the African party capital of Kampala, where all-night bars sell cheap spirits. Among the victims who suffered sudden blindness followed by organ failure was one of the country's best-loved media personalities, lonely-hearts radio host DJ ... More »

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Africa • alcohol • Uganda • Kampala • poisoning

Uganda Threatens Ban on Miniskirts

Distracted drivers are causing car accidents, official complains

Sep 18, 08 2:29 AM CDT
(Newser) - The Uganda government is considering a ban on miniskirts because the sight of a shapely thigh is causing traffic accidents, according to officials. The minister for ethics and integrity is pushing to make wearing a short skirt an act of public indecency. Other vices he has targeted include sub-standard service,... More »

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Uganda • miniskirt • Kampala • Nsaba Buturo • Makerere University

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