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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

8 months

It was a privilege to anchor the lunchtime news on @BBCOne on Sunday, working with a brilliant team.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

11 months

Join us in the UK and around the world for the latest global headlines on @BBCNews

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

I love what I do and I’m so excited for the opportunity to take on my new role as @BBCNews ' new Africa Correspondent. Looking forward to getting back on the road - meeting and connecting with people across the continent and telling their stories.

Catherine Byaruhanga Showreel

Catherine Byaruhanga BBC News. #Africa #Uganda #Journalism #DRC

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

My better half. You loved me so deeply, so intentionally. What a privilege to have experienced such love ⁦ @Sumy_sadurni ⁩ A friendship I’ll carry forever. Every person you photographed felt your love. A journalist and feminist like no other. Rest well my beauty. I love you.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

11 months

The start of a new chapter. Day one of presenting on @BBCNews from London. After a decade reporting from across Africa and other parts of the World, I am starting a new j ob as a presenter and correspondent. I will continue telling stories from the UK and around the world.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

3 years

We interviewed TPLF spokesperson @reda_getachew on the expansion of the conflict in northern Ethiopia. He told me Tigrayan forces are prepared to take the fight to Addis Ababa in order to end the blockade on Tigray. The Govt denies enforcing a siege. Part 1.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Experienced @Reuters photojournalist @akena_james reportedly beaten up and detained by #Uganda military whilst covering protests in downtown Kampala over the detention of @HEBobiwine and others. #JournalismIsNotACrime

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

The BBC is looking for a Senior Journalist - Reporter based in Uganda to provide oversight for a range of TV, Radio & Digital content in English & Swahili which will appeal to young audience and women. A great opportunity to cover Uganda & East Africa

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

Satellite images have given a rare glimpse into the resurgence of fighting in Ethiopia's northern Tigray. With testimony from the ground @nataliesophia & I take a closer look at the latest satellite images over the border area between Ethiopia & Eritrea

Ethiopia's Tigray war: Satellite images capture troop build-up near Eritrea border

Soldiers and heavy weapons are being moved in the northern Tigray region, near the border with Eritrea.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Bobi Wine's lawyers have now been told this evening his court appearance tomorrow will be in Gulu again. It was meant to be in Kampala. The army spokesman says it will be at the General Court Martial in Gulu. Some suspect @HEBobiwine could be charged in a civilian court too.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Today, Bobi Wine @HEBobiwine told his family how he was set upon by 15 or so soldiers. And how they picked him apart like savages. He told them he is resolved to continue with his ‘struggle’. His elder brother Eddy Yawe recounts the story on Focus on Africa TV at 1730G

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

New images taken from space at night starkly show how the conflict in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region has left a population facing one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Cities are shown fading to black.

Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Nasa shows how a war zone faded from space

Images of nights skies show power supplies disappearing in Ethiopia as a humanitarian crisis bites.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

1 year

What a lovely day. Presented my first #Newsday show on ⁦ @bbcworldservice ⁩ with my friend of many years ⁦ @JamesCopnall ⁩ A great partner in crime to work with on ‘the world’s radio station’. Thank you to the great production team and colleagues.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

State drops charges of illegal possession of firearms and ammunition against @HEBobiwine at the General Court Martial in Gulu.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Uganda’s head of Police Kale Kayihura has been sacked after allegations of his closeness to the Rwandan govt and possible attempts to overthrow the Museveni govt. Some say he had delivered Museveni 2 electoral victories in his time in office. Important moment.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Video appears to show @nbstv cameraman Joshua Mujunga being detained by soldiers. He is clearly wearing a Press jacket and holding a camera. #uganda #JournalismIsNotACrime

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Quiet, somber mood at Mutiima beach as relatives and friends wait for news of their loved ones. There are occasional screams and cries when a body is pulled from the water. #Uganda #LakeVictoriaBoatAccident

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

The first grain shipment from #Ukraine to #Africa since the war began has just docked in Djibouti's port on the Red Sea. It's carrying 23,000 tons of wheat bound for Ethiopia. Video wonderfully shot by @HassanLali - follow this story all day with us on BBC TV, Radio and website.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

At least 7 MPs turn up to show support for Muntu’s New Formation party. But they can’t join it without triggering a by-election. Will any take the risk? @HEBobiwine who is expected to become a close ally of Muntu’s is not here. Neither is Winnie Kizza former leader of opp in parl

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Spoke to @Barbiekyagulan2 Bobi Wine’s wife this afternoon she says their driver was shot by Police at a Hotel parking and not during clashes. She also believes that @HEBobiwine was the target. Barbara Kyagulanyi told us she last heard from her husband at 3am - he was in hiding.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

I had the wonderful pleasure of presenting my first radio show @BBCOS on @bbcworldservice yesterday Focus was Kenya’s elections Joined by my brilliant colleagues @BeverlyOchieng @annesoy @EmmanuelIgunza @RoncliffeOdit Afghanistan insights from @yogital Ukraine: @vitalyBBC

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

We report on Africans trying to get to the US-Mexico border by crossing Latin America. The Darien Gap jungle between Colombia & Panama is the most dangerous part of their trek. Entry into the US is not guaranteed. ⁦With @m_madi ⁩ & ⁦ @TatoMillan ⁩

The Africans risking death to reach the US

Thousands of Africans are crossing Panama's Darien Gap - one of the world's most dangerous jungles.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

My report on how the Rwanda-Uganda border crossing came to a halt

How the Rwanda-Uganda border crossing came to a halt

A diplomatic feud between Uganda and Rwanda has stalled activity at usually busy border crossings.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

3 years

#Uganda - Two summoned after reporting on BBC investigation. "This govt prides [itself] on the restoration of human security. Therefore, a media house seeking accountability for civilians shot dead on Kampala streets should not be conflated as a crime.”

Uganda: Two summoned after reporting on BBC investigation

The editor and owner of a newspaper in Uganda have been summoned after reporting on police killings.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Some of those arrested following the #Arua campaigns are badly injured - Atiku Shaban cannot walk. Two women Night Asara & Jane Abola also hurt. Night Asara was bleeding from her private parts in court. The magistrate ordered they be taken for medical treatment at their own cost.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Kassiano Wadri - wins the Arua Municipality by-election. He is still under arrest together with his most high profile supporter Bobi Wine @HEBobiwine

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Shout out to @sulengo for this masterpiece.

BBC News Africa

@BBCAfrica

4 years

The now TikTok famous dancing pallbearers from Ghana ⚰️

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Uganda’s Prime Minister announces the government is reviewing both the social media and mobile money taxes following concerns raised by the public. #Uganda #SocialMediaTax

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

BBC journalists arrested in Uganda

BBC journalists freed in Uganda

The police accept that their work looking into the illegal sale of government drugs was in the public interest.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

#Uganda Police responding to questions from journalists on the arrest of BBC team. Confirms journos were released on police bond. Acknowledges their investigation into the illegal sale of govt drugs was in the public interest and says will pursue suspects in BBC story.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Looking for ⁦ @HEBobiwine ⁩ his family, lawyer and Members of Parliament now at the Gulu Military Barracks expecting to see Bobi Wine who is meant to appear here before the Court Martial. Rumours he might have been flown to the Court Martial in Kampala.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

1 year

What an honour it’s been sharing the mic with the great @bbcBola on #BBCNewsday She’s always been an inspiration to me. A trailblazer for black women @bbcworldservice Looking forward to spending time with colleagues in London while presenting programmes.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

‘In Bobi We Trust’ - so says the sign to the entrance at Busabala - @HEBobiwine ’s beach resort.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Despite the #Uganda government’s assurances journalists are still targets as they deal with the fallout from arresting Bobi Wine and his supporters. @akena_james ‘beaten badly’ and taken away by Military. #FreeAkena

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Bobi Wine @HEBobiwine Court Martial charge sheet.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

7 years

@Trevornoah - This is Sula Bilungo 'inventor of the Rolex'. He's waiting for you.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

It’s lovely to be back in #Ukraine , this time reporting from Kyiv. Filing updates on ⁦ @BBCWorld ⁩. Key headline: *No shipments of grain from Ukraine’s ports today. First time since Russia suspended its participation in the UN grain initiative. Exports to resume tomorrow

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

7 years

Is there anything more independent than an unedited, live feed?

Frank K Tumwebaze,MP: Isaiah 41: 11

@FrankTumwebazek

7 years

Broadcasters & @UCC_Official should & will agree how 2 balance independent reporting & Need to observe professional standards.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Bullying has been a topic of discussion in my son’s nursery class. Parents talked about their kids being bullied at such a young age. We also need to talk to our kids about not being bullies.

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We have clocked so much mileage with the Ssubi situation that it’s incredible what can happen when you stand up to bullies.. Thank you!

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Convoy believed to be taking @HEBobiwine Bobi Wine home passes Kalerwe

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

The Ugandan army spokesman acknowledges the ‘unprofessional conduct’ of soldiers towards journalists during yesterday’s protest. And says their ‘arrest and punishment’ has been ordered. Good to see this incident being taken seriously. It should not happen again.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

#Uganda Min. for Health says travellers from 16 'High Risk' countries will face mandatory quarantine for 14 days on arrival to prevent the spread of the #coronavirus . They include the UK, US, China. Everyone arriving at the int.airport will soon be sprayed with a disinfectant.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

3 years

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: BBC reporter Girmay Gebru detained by military

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

😭😭Thanks Dad! Really couldn't have done it without you.

Godfrey Byaruhanga

@godruhanga

4 years

@cathkemi @BBCNews Proud dad saw this and more coming the day you were born. No surprise that the confirmation coincides with your birthday. Keep the Byaruhanga light shining.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

According to @PoliceUg the death toll from the #lakevictoriaboataccident now stands at 26. AIGP Asuman Mugenyi says it's unlikely anymore survivors will be found. Despite earlier police reports, 26 people were rescued last night - not 40. It's thought over 90 people were onboard.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Zimbabwean Journalist @daddyhope on his recent detention. "Three years since Robert Mugabe was ousted, abductions of perceived critics of the authorities have become more common..under Mugabe,I was still able to report on stories without arrest."

Zimbabwe journalist: 'I was jailed for a month after exposing corruption'

A whistle-blower comes face-to-face with the consequences of his actions in a Zimbabwean high-security prison.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

My report on The woman bringing Mandarin to Uganda. After over 20 years living in Uganda - Mrs Wang has been sub-contracted to train and supervise Ugandan teachers, teaching Mandarin.

The woman bringing Mandarin to Uganda

Wang Li Hong Sooma wants secondary schools students in Uganda to be able to speak China's dominant language.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Ugandan film maker Moses Bwayo has been detained by @PoliceUg since Monday evening after he was arrested documenting @HEBobiwine recording a new music video. He has been denied access to a lawyer. Basic media freedoms and rights of detainees need to be adhered to @UgandaMediaCent

International Press Association of Uganda

@IPAUganda

4 years

Our statement calling for the immediate release of Moses Bwayo, a journalist who was arrested in Kampala on Monday while filming a documentary about Bobi Wine.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

7 years

Fort Portal 😍 The best town in town #Uganda .

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

I'll be reporting from southern Ukraine, standing in for colleagues taking a much needed break. Today we're in Odesa, under a security lockdown on a symbolic day when it marks its liberation from Nazi occupation. Russian forces helped free the city then.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Uganda's Bobi Wine crisis: The president and the pop star. Can the musician really challenge President Museveni?

Uganda's Bobi Wine crisis: The president and the pop star

Afrobeats MP Bobi Wine is shaking the political establishment in Uganda, where Yoweri Museveni has been leader for decades.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

8 years

Uganda's President Museveni keeps talking about a stronger bond with Palestine - in front of Netanyahu. Does he mean Israel?

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Latest on @Reuters photojournalist @akena_james he is now being detained at the Central Police Station in #Kampala . His cameras have been taken by the military. #FreeAkena

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Our radio report from Khartoum on the people who survived the massacre at #Sudan ’s pro-democracy sit-in. Including vivid testimony on the RSF’s use of sexual violence during the attack. Produced by @BBCJoeInwood #SudanUprising

Surviving Sudan's massacre

Sudan’s Transitional Military Council has admitted it ordered the break-up of a pro-democracy protest camp in the capital at the start of June. The opposition says well over 100 people were killed. Bu

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

7 years

Sad day for #journalism in #Uganda the infamous @RedPepperUG newspaper missing from stands for two weeks due to gov't shutdown. Its directors & 3 editors in jail. And @observerug also missing, I'm told it is now a weekly publication due to a shortage of funds.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Oscar winner @LeoDiCaprio recently posted my story from Seychelles on how 'Super Coral' could save the world's dying reefs. Jennifer Aniston liked it too. If you haven't watched it yet here's the link: Producer: @LouiseAdamou @earthalliance

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

1 year

This is Kabale - Uganda 🇺🇬 (Rukiga - I think - if we go by recent district demarcations) A much needed break and a visit to my ancestral village - on my paternal side - in Kahondo. @godruhanga

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Journalists Herbert Zziwa (white vest) and Ronald Muwanga (blue jacket) released on Police bond. They had just been live on air at the scene of the shooting of Yasin Kawuma ⁦ @HEBobiwine ⁩’s driver.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Hi guys, thank you so much for your concern and sharing my tweet about my niece who went missing. She has since been found and all is well. I deleted my previous tweet to avoid confusion and worry. X

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

7 years

We've shown fights in many parliaments. This isn't a war zone. It's concerning as this appears to be an attempt to gag media & debate.

Frank K Tumwebaze,MP: Isaiah 41: 11

@FrankTumwebazek

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How does @BBCWorld balance reporting& violent content unfit 4 the viewers? Borrow a leaf

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Have a read. My latest on the second wave of locust invasions in East Africa and the Horn and the challenges of fighting the outbreak during the Covid-19 pandemic.

BBC News Africa

@BBCAfrica

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How do you fight a locust invasion amid coronavirus?

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Just heard two loud explosions in Khartoum coming from the direction of Souq al Arabi - anyone heard anything similar? #sudancivildisobedience #SudanUprising

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

A sort of deja vu moment. Despite being a favourite in 2012, Okonjo-Iweala lost out on becoming World Bank President to the US nominee Jim Yong Kim.

US tries to block Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who would be first African WTO head

The World Trade Organization's nominations team says member countries should back Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

3 years

A shift in #Ethiopia 's civil war - both the Tigrayan and Oromo Liberation Army forces have told the BBC they will start fighting side by side against the government. In this exclusive report I meet the OLA. Producer @BBCJoeInwood , filmed by @Stuartinkabul

Oromo Liberation Army: On the ground with Ethiopian fighters

The BBC's Catherine Byaruhanga gains special access to Ethiopia's Oromo Liberation Army.

www.bbc.com

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

Police in Uganda say three people have been killed & more injured as sporadic protests spread in Kampala and other parts of the country. Seems like a significant day as unrest is reported in parts of central and eastern Uganda after @HEBobiwine 's arrest

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Our report on @hrw claims of abuses by palm-oil company Feronia. The firm has received over $100 million from the UK & other European development banks. Feronia denies the claims. Producers ⁦ @BBCJoeInwood ⁩ ⁦ @attwoodch ⁩ 📹⁦ @horaci_garcia ⁩

UK-funded palm-oil firm accused of DR Congo abuses

Feronia, 38% owned by the UK government’s development bank, is accused of dumping toxic waste into the rivers used for drinking water, says Human Rights Watch.

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@cathkemi

6 years

Our report on the humanitarian crisis in Ituri Province in the DRC. We take a look at what’s causing tens of thousands to run away from their homes. Unfortunately, we’ve met many stranded without help.

BBC News Africa

@BBCAfrica

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Forgotten crisis in the #DRCongo . Story by @cathkemi & @horaci_gm

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

It’s snowing in Kyiv ❄️ A big shout out to the dream team getting us on air and for the great journalism we’re producing. Producer: @BBCLeisha 🎥 @d_a_v_e_bull Safety: @gpjhill

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@cathkemi

3 years

Today has been a rollercoaster ride covering Ethiopia's elections. We managed to speak to Prime Minister @AbiyAhmedAli 1) He denied there is hunger in Tigray despite UN warnings. 2) Said he would continue cooperating with Eritrean troops. Watch our report tonight on #BBCNewsTen

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At 2210 @sophieraworth : @BBCHughPym +tainted blood @BBCFergusWalsh +virus @Natpirks +Euros and Covid @TheJohnSudworth +Uyghurs special report @branwenjeffreys +educational attainment @cathkemi +Ethiopia election @wingcommander1 +Tokyo Olympics @magnusmcg editing #BBCNewsTen

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Deployment of masked soldiers on #Uganda 's streets always a sign of how serious the state takes the security situation. Indication they are Special Forces. Today, I saw masked and unmasked soldiers as well as plenty of police.

Andrew Bagala

@andrewbagala

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@OkothOchola1 's police force is nearly off the streets. I only see masked officers attached to the President.

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Kampala skyline at night. Hoping peace reigns. I love this country. #UgandaDecides

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@cathkemi

2 years

Our investigation into the sexual assault of women protestors in #Sudan is published today. We interviewed victims and witnesses. Authorities haven’t responded to our reporting. Editor: ⁦ @vlad_hernandez_ ⁩ Video Editing: ⁦ @HassanLali ⁩

The country where women risk gang rape for protesting

The BBC has identified a number of female protesters who have been physically and sexually assaulted by security forces in Sudan.

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@cathkemi

6 years

Police separate Bobi Wine @HEBobiwine from other passengers via @BBCNews

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5 years

#Khartoum #Sudan

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@cathkemi

6 years

Bobi Wine’s lawyer informs him he is under arrest again. He is now being put in a police vehicle with his wife and will be taken to the Chief Magistrates Court.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

I went to the Seychelles...for work 😁. Have a listen. My latest produced by the one and only @LouiseAdamou

BBC News Africa

@BBCAfrica

5 years

Seychelles swaps part of its debt for cash to invest in conservation efforts. Here's how it works:

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My latest: Africa's jihadists: What Taliban takeover of Afghanistan means If a wake-up call was needed for African governments heavily reliant on foreign support in their fight against Islamist insurgents, then this is likely it.

Africa's jihadists: What Taliban takeover of Afghanistan means

Islamist groups appear emboldened by the fall of Afghanistan, sparking concern in African countries.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

Uganda Military Statement on reason why @HEBobiwine is appearing before the military courts. No comment yet on allegations from Bobi Wine’s lawyers that he has been badly beaten whilst in custody. Trying to get a response to that.

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@cathkemi

6 years

Two human rights defenders I’ve worked with in the past to protect journalistic freedoms. Saddening to see they’ve been detained by Tanzanian authorities whilst doing their jobs.

CPJ Africa

@CPJAfrica

6 years

Authorities in #Tanzania should immediately release @CPJAfrica program staff @angelaquintal and @muthokimumo . They have been taken to an unknown location. Join @pressfreedom to demand that @MagufuliJP ensure their immediate release:

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

On going...the official launch of the Foreign Press Association, Africa. A continent wide body with members in the diaspora too. It's a great initiative with a depth of knowledge and experience of covering the continent. Congratulations! #ForeignPressAfrica

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@cathkemi

6 years

General Court Martial sets Bobi Wine free but chief of police CIID Grace Akullo in the court room. Could he be re-arrested imminently?

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@cathkemi

4 years

State House #Juba waiting for Riek Machar to be sworn in as First Vice President together with other Deputy Presidents. Not sure how long the wait will be ....

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

It was such an honour to be interviewed by @GeorgeThePoet . I've been a fan for years. Sharing our experiences of being both Ugandan and British was heartwarming. Have a listen! I'm also learning more about my Congolese roots so maybe I should chat to Eddie Kadi at some point 😀.

BBC Radio 4 Today

@BBCr4today

5 years

Coming up on @GeorgethePoet 's guest edit: George's story and Uganda's identity (0817). Should marijuana be legalised? @ziggymarley (0650) The roots of grime music with @DJTarget (0740) and how do video games boost cognitive development? @avantgame @NaomiAllthenews (0713) #r4Today

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A commander of Ethiopia’s rebel Oromo Liberation Army has told the BBC that the militants staged a prison break which saw hundreds escape. Despite efforts to reach peace in n.Ethiopia fighting has intensified in the populous Oromia region. Story:

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Catherine Byaruhanga

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Happy International Women's Day Today is also the day some of @Sumy_sadurni 's friends will be marking her death - one year on. My best friend. This has been a slow, tough year. I don't want to mark any anniversary of Sumy's death. I wish I could slow down time & reverse it. 🧵

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

#Uganda American tourist Kimberly Sue Endicott and her guide Jean Paul Mirenge ‘found’ at Ishasha close to the border with the DRC. Question is was a ransom paid? And what are the long term implications of that?

Daily Monitor

@DailyMonitor

5 years

Kidnapped American tourist, driver found alive

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3 years

“I’m going to outdo myself in everything I do. I owe everything to the continent.” One of my faves @UsherKomugisha international sports journalist.

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@georgiendirangu

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Here we go! A bit into @UsherKomugisha ’s journey. Had fun producing this. From a town in Uganda, to hanging with the world’s best in sports. Extremely proud of you Usher! World’s your oyster. @BBCAfrica

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

8 years

A massive thank you for all the tweets, RTs and calls. It worked - we were released after an apology and with all our equipment.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

#Uganda President Museveni’s daughters to release movie on their father’s bush war due to be released in 2 months. “27 Guns” is directed by Natasha Museveni. Her sister Diana plays their mother Janet. Hot off the press in Matooke Republic.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

The CEO of one of Ukraine’s biggest energy companies tells us he’s advising Ukrainians to leave the country, to reduce pressure on the power grid. “Hospitals with injured soldiers will have guaranteed power supply’, Maxim Timchenko, DTEK 🎥: ⁦ @d_a_v_e_bull ⁩ ⁩

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

I interviewed Lt Gen Henry Tumukunde following his arrest last night. He describes the treason allegations against him as a 'concoction'. The police accuse him of instigating persons to invade Uganda & inciting any persons to make a mutinous assembly

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

8 years

We have seen a massive military and police deployment. Including men in black shirts & bandanas carrying guns.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

The Egyptians were lucky - a friend says. But honestly we take the Cranes’ success for granted, this is our second Afcon in over 40 years. The boys did good tonight despite the loss. Knockout stages here we come. #AFCON2019 #UGAEGY

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

2 years

Sumy Sadurni in her own words. Her work featured by @VICENews Always looking for the human story - never afraid to hold those in power to account. Continue to rest in peace @Sumy_sadurni

Inside South Sudan’s Civil War I Developing News

In 2018, Sumy Sadurni embedded with rebel forces in South Sudan to document their fight against government troops during a six-year civil war that ravaged th...

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

5 years

Our story about Barbara Kemigisa and her moving 'HIV ART'. Great pictures by @Atulinda_Allan , production by @POyella

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@BBCAfrica

5 years

Barbara Kemigisa is the awesome Ugandan HIV activist turning empty medication bottles in to pieces of art. She wants to encourage more people to go for regular testing to get early treatment.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

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From #Uganda 's minister for gender; If you refuse to have sex with your husband he could commit murder or beat you. http://t.co/iQRsn89d2l

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

6 years

#Uganda Court Martial yet to decide whether Bobi Wine will be handed over to the police so he can be charged with treason at the civilian court in Gulu along with the 32 other people arrested around the same time as him last week.

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

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Our TV report from Khartoum where we spent time with the family of Mohamed Hashim Mattar who has since become the face of #BlueforSudan . His family are adamant to keep his memory and of those killed alive. Producer: @BBCJoeInwood Camera: @TFallshaw

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One family's experience of the violent crackdown on peaceful demonstrators in Khartoum. Reporter Cathrine Byaruhanga Producer Joe Inwood Camera/Editor Tony…

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Catherine Byaruhanga

@cathkemi

4 years

We call for the release of Moses Bwayo, a Ugandan journalist, who was today taken to Luzira prison, where he will be held on remand. He is due to appear in court again on Friday. Please read the statement from @fcauganda below. #Journalismisnotacrime #FreeMoses

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