Why Bamasaba king in eastern Uganda faces rebellion over Imbalu, generations-old tradition of circumcision of boys

Why Bamasaba king in eastern Uganda faces rebellion over Imbalu, generations-old tradition of circumcision of boys

The king, known as the Umukuuka, had his way ahead of the August 3 ceremonial inauguration at a park in the town of Mbale, arguing for a traditional festival that also looked attractive to visitors. The organisers of Imbalu received over $120,000 in financial support from the Ugandan government and a corporate sponsor.

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Republicans accuse Iran of hacking Trump campaign, but Tehran refutes the allegations

Republicans accuse Iran of hacking Trump campaign, but Tehran refutes the allegations

Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations in New York said in an email that “the Iranian government neither possesses nor harbours any intent or motive to interfere in the United States presidential election.”

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