Bella Twine
@bella_twine
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Journalist BBC Focus on Africa / I love a great conversation and seeing historical places/ RTs are not endorsements
Joined June 2018
There are heights in journalism. The kind with an adrenaline rush. This was one of mine; I supported on a BBC sounds investigation. I have never been happier and prouder! 🎥 A little blooper from one of my reporting escapeds. #Journalist Listen here👉 https://t.co/sV8t96gOCd
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"In 3days-1week, I spent Ugx 500,000,000 in elections."~Minister Anite Some other MP said they spent Ugx 600,000,000 on the election day. In Western Uganda, for one to win in the recent NRM primaries, a candidate needed between Ugx 1,500,000,000 to Ugx 2,000,000,000
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Yo-yo Gerald waffe 😂👌🏾
Good morning! I'm in Uganda to visit family and friends. But depending on your perspective, don't worry or I'm sorry: I'll be back by the end of the month. See you soon, NYC.
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Before the scroll, there was the newspaper. Remember the newspaper review on TV or Radio? Now we’re bringing it straight to your feed. 🔥 Top 5 stories every young Ugandan should care about. Fast. Visual. 100% Social-friendly. All about you. And powered by young journalists.
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🛑#Fake A doctored image of a post from @MoWT_Uganda is circulating online claiming vehicles must be used twice a week or risk being fined. This hasn't been communicated anywhere. #StayVerified
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#FactCheck This is a #False quote attributed to @otafiire_k He isn't on recording saying this anywhere. #StayVerified
“By 2031, I will be 80. I don’t want to be a laughing stock like Gen. Moses Ali. I will voluntarily not seek reelection after 2031. This will be my last term,” Maj. Gen. Kahinda Otafiire has said #KJNews
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We are pleased to have our Head Of Training @EdgarMKaruhanga attend the Youth Empowerment Summit in Morocco. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow change-makers, exchange ideas, and celebrate the dynamism of African youth.
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It's Danish Constitution Day! Celebrating 176 years of democracy in 🇩🇰, safeguarding essential rights like freedom of speech, assembly, and voting. We are meeting Denmark culture!!! 📜🌍 #DKUGPartnership
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Today we were pleased to meet and discuss with the team at @bleep_app_ and @acnafricaltd Our discussions evolved around how we can advance concerted efforts towards consumer protection against counterfeit products.
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It was a pleasure hosting Karin Christine from Civil Peace Service Uganda @giz_gmbh today at our offices where we discussed our shared interests in peace journalism and media literacy as a tool for conflict resolution.
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Obubaka buno bulungi nnyo👏👏 Weebale nnyo Muzzukulu wa Mugema, Divine Mercy Nalwanga. #KatikkiroMayigaAt12
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Only those who read books regularly will understand this feeling.
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FABRICATED 🚫: The Press Release warning Ugandan legislators to vote in favour of the 2025 UPDF Amendment Bill is not authentic. #StayVerified
https://t.co/MhZiGf8FLR
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The Claim. The press release purportedly from the Uganda People's Defense Force (UPDF) has been circulating on the X social platform. This document, posted by KampalaUpdates, warns all Members of...
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We are esteemed to have one of our fact checkers @namajjaelizabe1 attend a training curated by @AfricanIIJ for journalists and editors on mis and disinformation. #StayVerified
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Access our April 2025 Newsletter 📰 and see key fact checks, statistics 📊 on misinformation and key fact checking highlights and events. 🔗
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GREETINGS FACT CHECKING COMMUNITY We, your dedicated fact checkers reflect on a month filled with impactful news verification, insightful analysis and meaningful collaborations. From debunking viral...
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Journalism & Communication Professor, Dr William Tayeebwa speaks on the aspect of professionalism of individuals in the Journalism sector and how it’s important in information dissemination. #DefendTheTruthUG #WorldPressFreedomDay
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“The most important element of anything is how you finish not how you start”………(I don’t remember who said it but I agree) #PressFreedom
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If you’re in the media space, this is one you don’t want to miss! Join us tomorrow for powerful insights and amazing networking. Save the poster and share it widely, we’d love to see you there.
You’re invited to a symposium commemorating World Press Freedom Day 2025. Join us on Tuesday, 6th May at 8:00 AM in the CEDAT Conference Hall, Makerere University. Organized by the Uganda Media Sector Working Group, with Dr. Chris Baryomunsi as Chief Guest.
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We are thrilled to have our colleague @KiyimbaReagan1 represent us at the World Press Freedom Day in Arusha Tanzania. Discussions will be centered around Misinformation during elections and the role of AI and emerging technology. #WPFD2025
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Uga 220k ($60) a month? Paid in arrears on the 4th? For a waiter/waitress? No meals. No transport. From 0630 TO 1530 if it’s a day shift. At the end of the shift, they are required to write how much they have earned in tips. Their aprons and shirts are checked for money at
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