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30
Sep

Sports

Serbiato Host 2024 World Athletics Cross Country Championships

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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3 min read

Serbia has been awarded the privilege of hosting the 2024 World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Belgrade. The event is scheduled for March 30, 2024, and will take place at the Park of Friendship, a picturesque location near the Danube River. Initially, the hosting rights were granted to Croatian cities, but they were deemed unprepared to organize the competition.

29
Sep

National

Government Urged to Promote Patriotism in Schools for a Stronger Nation

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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3 min read

A call to promote patriotism in schools for young people to understand their civic responsibilities highlighting the positive impact of such training on students’ attitudes and emphasizes the importance of security measures within educational institutions.

29
Sep

National

Government hears new requests for lower Internet prices

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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2 min read

Charity Komujjurizi from the Africa Freedom of Information Centre discussed the challenge of expensive Internet in Uganda hindering information access. The government promised to halve Internet costs by August 2023, aiming to reduce prices from $70 to $35 per MBPS. The call was made to abolish restrictions on social media and enhance transparency in government procurement.

29
Sep

National

Uganda Air Force College Graduates 52 MI24 Helicopter Engineers and 28 Officers: A Milestone in Professional Training

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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3 min read

The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, presided over a graduation ceremony at the Uganda Air Force College in Nakasongola District. The ceremony marked the completion of training for 52 MI24 attack helicopter engineers and 28 officers. Gen. Mbadi highlighted the importance of professional training to address training backlog and emphasized the significance of maintaining technical skills for aircraft maintenance.

29
Sep

National

Uganda cabinet mandates government Officials to fly Uganda Airlines for official travel

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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2 min read

Uganda’s Cabinet has issued a directive requiring all government officials to use the national carrier, Uganda Airlines, for official international travel, provided the airline serves the destination.

28
Sep

Technology

X will be profitable in 2024, CEO claims

David Sekkle / 2 years
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3 min read

According to X CEO Linda Yaccarino, the company formerly known as Twitter will be profitable by early 2024.

28
Sep

Sports

Uganda Secures Historic Victory: East Africa Pamoja Bid Wins Right to Host 2027 AFCON

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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1 min read

Uganda, as part of the East Africa Pamoja Bid, has secured the privilege to host the prestigious 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

28
Sep

Security

UPDF recovers 112 weapons in Karamoja as former cattle rustlers accept amnesty

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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3 min read

In North Karamoja, efforts led by Brigadier General Felix Busizoori have resulted in a decline in serious raids. The Karachunas are embracing peace, surrendering firearms, and engaging with neighboring districts. Regional authorities emphasize the benefits of amnesty and successful local crime prevention through community mobilization.

28
Sep

Technology

Uganda to Launch Second Satellite for Enhanced Communication and Innovation

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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5 min read

Uganda is making significant strides in its space program, with plans to launch a second satellite aimed at improving communication capabilities, including telephones and television. Last year, the country launched its first satellite, PearlAfricaSat-1, as part of a joint project with Japan.

28
Sep

National

Chinese Financiers Step in as Western Partners Exit Uganda Pipeline Project

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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3 min read

Uganda is in advanced negotiations with Chinese financiers to secure funding for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project after Western partners withdrew. Despite controversy, Uganda is committed to the project, with French energy giant Total Energies leading. Uganda anticipates oil production to begin in 2025, boosting its economy.

President Museveni Pledges Action...

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President Museveni Presides Over...

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UPDF Chief of Defence...

Serbiato Host 2024 World Athletics Cross Country Championships

Government Urged to Promote Patriotism in Schools for a Stronger Nation

Government hears new requests for lower Internet prices

Uganda Air Force College Graduates 52 MI24 Helicopter Engineers and 28 Officers: A Milestone in Professional Training

Uganda cabinet mandates government Officials to fly Uganda Airlines for official travel

X will be profitable in 2024, CEO claims

Uganda Secures Historic Victory: East Africa Pamoja Bid Wins Right to Host 2027 AFCON

UPDF recovers 112 weapons in Karamoja as former cattle rustlers accept amnesty

Uganda to Launch Second Satellite for Enhanced Communication and Innovation

Chinese Financiers Step in as Western Partners Exit Uganda Pipeline Project

Uganda Flags Off First Milk Powder.

POATE 2025: Uganda Shines as a.

Government Launches Low-Interest ‘Katale Loan’ to.

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

President Museveni Pledges Action.

National Security Mobilisation Task.

President Museveni Presides Over.