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[candiikismet]

I tried to take some pictures with my boys the other day. Lemme show y’all how it went! 🤣🤣🤣

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[thekotaroo]

Profiles of Pride: June 16th! 🏳️‍🌈David Kato🏳️‍🌈

David Kato Kisule (c. 1964 – 26 January 2011) was a Ugandan teacher and LGBT rights activist, considered a father of Uganda's gay rights movement and described as "Uganda's first openly gay man". He served as advocacy officer for Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG).

Kato was murdered at his home in 2011, shortly after winning a lawsuit against a magazine which had published his name and photograph identifying him as gay and calling for him to be executed.

Kato became highly involved with the underground LGBT rights movement in Uganda, eventually becoming one of the founding members of SMUG on 3 March 2004.

According to a series of confidential cables written by a Kampala-based United States diplomat and later released by WikiLeaks, Kato spoke during a November 2009 United Nations-funded consultative conference on human rights. During the conference, Kato spoke on the issue of LGBT rights and the anti-LGBT atmosphere in Uganda. Members of the Uganda Human Rights Commission "openly joked and snickered" during the speech.

A rumour circulated that David Bahati MP, the leading proponent of the Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill, had ordered the Inspector General of Police to arrest Kato, causing Kato and other attending members of SMUG to leave the conference immediately after he finished the speech. Bahati then made a "tirade against homosexuality" to the conference, resulting in massive applause and Martin Ssempa, an evangelical Christian cleric, pounding his fist on the table in agreement.

By 2010, Kato had quit his job as a school teacher to focus on his work with SMUG in light of the events surrounding the Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill. Kato was subsequently given a one year fellowship at the Centre for Applied Human Rights based at the University of York in the United Kingdom, a centre which provides fellowships to vulnerable and threatened human rights activists as a reprieve from the dangers they face in their own countries.

Kato's funeral was held on 28 January 2011, in Nakawala. Present at the funeral were family, friends and co-activists, many of whom wore t-shirts bearing his photo in front, the Portuguese "la luta continua" in the back and having rainbow flag colors inscribed onto the sleeves. The Christian preacher at the funeral – Anglican pastor Thomas Musoke – preached against the gays and lesbians present, making comparisons to Sodom and Gomorrah, before the activists ran to the pulpit and grabbed the microphone from him, forcing him to retreat from the pulpit to Kato's father's house.

An unidentified female activist angrily exclaimed "Who are you to judge others?" and villagers sided with the preacher as scuffles broke out during the proceedings. Villagers refused to bury Kato at his burial place so the task was then undertaken by his friends and co-workers. In place of the preacher who left the scene after the fighting, excommunicated Anglican Church of Uganda bishop Christopher Senyonjo officiated at Kato's burial in the presence of friends and cameras.

The murder was decried by Human Rights Watch, with senior Africa researcher Maria Burnett adding that "David Kato's death is a tragic loss to the human rights community." Amnesty International stated that it was "appalled by the shocking murder of David Kato," and called for a "credible and impartial investigation into his murder." Both also asked the Ugandan government to protect other gay rights activists.

US President Barack Obama, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the State Department, and the European Union also condemned Uganda authorities to investigate the crime and to speak out against homophobia and transphobia. "I am deeply saddened to learn of the murder," Obama said. "David showed tremendous courage in speaking out against hate. He was a powerful advocate for fairness and freedom."

Rowan Williams, the Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury, spoke on behalf of the Anglican Communion, "Such violence has been consistently condemned by the Anglican Communion worldwide. This event also makes it all the more urgent for the British Government to secure the safety of LGBT asylum seekers in the UK. This is a moment to take very serious stock and to address those attitudes of mind which endanger the lives of men and women belonging to sexual minorities."

For his newspaper's alleged role in the murder, Rolling Stone editor Giles Muhame stated "When we called for hanging of gay people, we meant ... after they have gone through the legal process ... I did not call for them to be killed in cold blood like he was." However, he stated, "I have no regrets about the story. We were just exposing people who were doing wrong."

In Spring 2011, Boston's American Repertory Theater and System of a Down's Serj Tankian dedicated their production of Prometheus Bound to Kato and seven other activists, stating in program notes that "by singing the story of Prometheus, the God who defied the tyrant Zeus by giving the human race both fire and art, this production hopes to give a voice to those currently being silenced or endangered by modern-day oppressors".

The Gay Pride event in York, United Kingdom, held on 30 July 2011 commemorated Kato. A minute of silence was observed and hundreds of rainbow colored balloons were released in his memory by Member of Parliament for York Central Hugh Bayley and the Lord Mayor of York.

The David Kato Vision & Voice Award was established in his memory. The 2012 recipient, Jamaican LGBT rights activist Maurice Tomlinson, was announced on 14 December 2011 and was awarded on 29 January 2012 in London. Participant organisations include Global Forum on MSM & HIV (MSMGF), Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), GIZ – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, Herbert Smith LLP, and ILGA-Europe.

In 2014 Kato was inducted into the Legacy Walk, an outdoor public display in Chicago, Illinois which celebrates LGBT history and people.

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[joshuajacksonlyblog]

Uganda Crypto Ponzi Scammers Beware, Gov’t Plans New Sanctions

The Ugandan Ministry of Finance have once again issued a warning about investing in crypto-assets, over concerns of rising Ponzi and pyramid schemes. Local sources say the Government is now updating its Penal Code Act to outlaw these types of scams Crypto Ponzi schemes are pilfering Ugandan investors Uganda’s State Minister of Finance, David Bahati, spoke to Uganda’s Parliament yesterday, and asked the government to publish public warnings to Ugandan investors about the risks of investing in unregulated cryptocurrencies as well as Ponzi schemes. Mr. Bahati also announced the Expert National Task Force on Fourth Industrial Revolution will continue to advise them on these matters. The group was set up in March 2019 initially to analyze blockchain projects, cryptocurrencies, AI, 3d printing, data analysis, machine learning, internet of things, robotics, nano, and biotechnology. However, the task force also looks at global trends and advises parliament on how to best apply these technologies domestically in Uganda. Mr. Bahati also asked the government to create a ban, or prohibition on Ponzi schemes, outright. The difficulty Uganda faces with Ponzi schemes, is that the companies involved often register as legit financial businesses, and then change course and offer fraudulent services instead. Ponzi schemes offer high returns, and typically function by paying early investors with the money invested by newer participants. Another snag on the fight against Ponzi schemes, is that members of the government are often involved in these crypto schemes. In one such example, a company running a Ponzi scheme was operated by the son of a former Prime Minister, Ruhakana Rugunda. Western Youth Member of Parliament, Hon Mwine Mpaka, added that this level of corruption extends to the government protecting known scammers in high profile situations, The Financial Intelligence Authority submitted a list of all companies involved in this fraudulent business and the Ministry of Finance knows them but they are quiet. I know of a bishop who is involved in this business and he is heavily guarded Mr. Bahati also encouraged the government to offer financial literacy training to Ugandan investors, so they can learn about legitimate investment opportunities, while also learning how to recognize scams. The fight against scammers in Uganda is about to get legal teeth Speaker of the Parliament Rebecca Kadaga asked Finance Minister Bahati to explain the government’s efforts at fighting crypto Ponzi and pyramid schemes. Mr. Bahati explained that first and foremost, the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional affairs has been asked to expedite new legislation which criminalizes such fraudulent investment schemes. In addition, the Ugandan Registration Services Bureau, the agency in charge of registering new businesses, will enact a new policy of determining who has beneficial ownership of a business, upon registration. Also, the existing anti-money laundering act will be amended to include virtual assets. This will bring companies dealing in crypto-assets under the jurisdiction of the Financial Intelligence Authority, who will enforce the amendment. The Bank of Uganda, and the Ministry of Finance will also be teaming up to educate Ugandans about the risks of Ponzi schemes, and Pyramid investments. They will also educate investors on legitimate investment opportunities to generate income. What do you think of Uganda’s efforts to stop scammers? Let us know in the comments! Images via Shutterstock The post appeared first on Bitcoinist.com. from Cryptocracken Tumblr https://ift.tt/2tBRH6s via IFTTT

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[kenyatodaynews]

‘You’re after fame and money, God is never mocked…’ pastor Migwi bashes Bahati and Khaligraph

‘You’re after fame and money, God is never mocked…’ pastor Migwi bashes Bahati and Khaligraph

City pastor Godfrey Migwi of House of Hope Church in Kayole has called out the likes of singer Bahati and rapper Khaligraph Jones for using clergy clothing in their music videos.

Some artistes have been wearing bishops’ gown in their music videos and according to the man of the cloth, they are disrespecting men of God.

Bahati wearing a bishop’s gown in one of his music videos

His warning comes…

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[tenzizarohoni]

BISHOP BEN BAHATI

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[candiikismet]

Genie. Manifestor. Eccentric. ✨

Sometimes I can’t believe this is really my life, but I designed it. It was predestined for me. I am good enough to have everything that I ever dreamed of. I am content enough l accept things the way they absolutely are. I am flexible enough to grow toward good things for me. I am truly magic. I speak and the universe delivers. ✨

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[candiikismet]

Just a casual stroll down the dash with the boy. ❤️

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[candiikismet]

Oh yeah, I MADE A STICKER!!!! King Kunta, me and The Bishop! 💓💓💓💓 I love my big babies

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[candiikismet]

My little McFlurries are growing so fast! One week and 5 lbs later! They are the biggest JOY in the world you guys! 🐾🖤

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[candiikismet]

⭐️ Life Achievement UNLOCKED ⭐️ Great Danes!!!!

I am so happy to introduce two newcomers to the Kismet Family: On the left sporting black and white and an all black leg even Evan Hansen is jealous of, KING KUNTA! And to the right with a cool gray coat to compliment his sterling silver eyes, BISHOP BAHATI!!!!!

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[candiikismet]

I told them it was too cold for a walk.... Then we went on a walk. 😂 smh. Oh yeah, let me introduce to Instagram my boys: King Kunta (black and white) and Bishop Bahati (gray), six months and 120 lbs. #dogmom #dogsofinstagram #dog #greatdane #germanmastiff #harlequingreatdane #bluemerlegreatdane #giantbreeds #leashtime https://www.instagram.com/p/B869_V-lp4Y/?igshid=tbrvnee8c3er

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