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Museveni announces goals to propel Uganda toward knowledge-based economy
Business Insider Africa
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June 30, 2025
Speaking about his economic goals, Museveni said Uganda has gone through five stages under his leadership. These include rebuilding the economy after years of conflict, growing exports like coffee and tea, and expanding into new sectors. “Our...
Uganda evacuates citizens from Iran following growing tensions
SABC News
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June 22, 2025
After nearly two days on the road, Uganda’s evacuation from Iran is being seen as a diplomatic and logistical success after its students arrived in Istanbul. Twaha Magara Matata, Chargé D’Affaires at the Uganda Embassy in Tehran, says that 45...
Uganda advises nationals leaving Israel to use Jordan crossing
Capital FM Kenya
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June 22, 2025
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 22 — Uganda has asked its citizens seeking to leave Israel to depart via the Allenby Bridge crossing into Jordan, amid intensifying military conflict between Israel and Iran. The country’s Honorary Consulate issued the advisory...
From the Beach to the Mountain, Uganda Consulate Mombasa Organizes Tusker Lite Rwenzori Activation Run, Rallies Kenyans
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 29, 2025
Sports Diplomacy took centre-stage this weekend as the Uganda Consulate-General in Mombasa, led by Consul-General Amb. Paul Mukumbya, organized a Rwenzori Marathon activation run on the streets of Mombasa, as part of the ongoing campaign by...
FPJ Interview: Vasundhara Oswal To Sue For Malicious Prosecution, Rethinking Uganda Investments
Free Press Journal
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The Free Press Journal was the first to report about the alleged illegal detention of Indian-origin entrepreneur Vasundhara Oswal, 26, in Uganda. She is the daughter of Indian-origin Cypriot resident and industrialist Pankaj Oswal and was accused...
How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan...
Modern Ghana
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In the shadows of Python Cave, Uganda, a leopard leaps from a guano mound – formed by bat excrement – and sinks its teeth into a bat. But this is no ordinary bat colony. The thousands of Egyptian fruit bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus) found in this...
Uganda Embassy in Japan Holds Investment Forum Ahead of Osaka 2025 World Expo
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 18, 2025
The Minister of State for Trade, Hon. Gen. Mbasu Mbadi, accompanied by Uganda’s Ambassador to Japan, H.E. Tophace Kaahwa, visited the Uganda product promotion venue at Lucua Business Center in Osaka City today to acquaint himself with the various...
Uganda-Japan Trade and Investment Forum Concludes in Osaka: Avenues Broadening Bilateral Trade and Investment Between the Two Countries Explored
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 20, 2025
The Uganda Embassy in Tokyo reaffirmed its leadership in advancing Uganda’s Economic and Commercial Diplomacy with the successful hosting of the 1st Uganda–Japan Trade and Investment Forum in Osaka, Japan. Held under the theme “Boosting Trade and...
Uganda’s Tariff Slash Fuels Economic Boom with UEDCL’s Visionary Leap
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 20, 2025
By David Mwanje Uganda’s groundbreaking 5.2% electricity tariff cut, effective January 2025, marks a pivotal step toward industrialization and inclusivity, as the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) assumes control from Umeme,...
Ugandan women rebuild traumatised lives after Gulf abuse
Context
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What’s the context? Trafficked, exploited and abused as maids in the Gulf, Ugandan women are rebuilding their lives. Few trafficked African women supported after Gulf abuse Charity aims to help survivors through rehabilitation Survivors get access...
International Justice Day 2025: History, Quotes, And Why July 17 Matters
News18
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July 17, 2025
Last Updated:July 17, 2025, 07:20 IST International Justice Day 2025: World Day for International Justice highlights the international community's commitment to uphold justice and protect human rights. International Justice Day is observed on July...
How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan scientist’s photos give important clues
The Conversation
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June 28, 2025
In the shadows of Python Cave, Uganda, a leopard leaps from a guano mound – formed by bat excrement – and sinks its teeth into a bat. But this is no ordinary bat colony. The thousands of Egyptian fruit bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus) found in this...
Bhutan acts to stay off travel ban list
The Bhutanese
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June 28, 2025
After working very hard to stay off any travel ban list and cooperating with United States (US) authorities, Bhutan was congratulating itself when the USA, earlier this month, announced a list of countries facing full and partial travel ban that...
Missed Appointments and Associated Factors Among Children Accessing Anti-Retroviral Therapy During the COVID-19 Pandemic in South Western Uganda
Dove Medical Press
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June 28, 2025
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has been labelled the worst public health crisis in this generation.1 As of February 7, 2022, COVID-19 accounted for 396,254,535 cases and 5,759, 785 deaths globally, with Africa reporting 11,196,707 cases and...
Socialist NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani Wants to Fund His Radical Plans by Hiking Property Taxes in ‘Richer and Whiter Neighborhoods’
The Gateway Pundit
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June 28, 2025
Zohran Mamdani/ Image: Video screenshot/YouTube Socialist New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani plans to fund his radical transformation of the city if he is elected: he will hike property taxes for “richer and whiter neighborhoods.” The...
2024 CHAN Preps: DR Congo to face Algeria in friendly
TV47
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July 17, 2025
As part of their final preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), two-time champions DR Congo will embark on a high-intensity training camp in Algeria, where they are also scheduled to face the host nation in a crucial...
Local Church Helps Fund Fresh Water Well at Uganda Medical Clinic
Gant News - Pennsylvania
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June 27, 2025
WINBURNE- A small local church is making a big difference, not only in their local community but also across the world. Forest Baptist Church in Winburne- also known as the ‘The Little Church with a Big Heart’, recently funded a fresh water well...
Livingstone College helps international students cope with emotional struggles during BIPOC Mental Health Month – and every day
Salisbury Post - North Carolina
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July 17, 2025
SALISBURY — July marks BIPOC Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to amplifying the unique mental health challenges faced by Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. At Livingstone College, where 86.7 percent of the student...
Culinary artistry as Kampala Restaurant Week 2025 kicks off with exclusive menu tasting
Independent (Uganda)
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June 26, 2025
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala’s premier food celebration, Kampala Restaurant Week, is back, promising ten days of bold flavor, local innovation, and immersive culinary experiences across the city. Slated for 3rd to 13th July, the...
Balancing wildlife and human needs at Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth park
Mongabay
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June 26, 2025
To the outside world, Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park is a model of successful conservation of wildlife amid declining populations in other parts of Africa. But while elephant, giraffe and buffalo populations have grown as much as sixfold,...