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CNOOC Skills 160 Youths in Specialized Oil and Gas Welding

Uganda’s budding oil and gas industry stands at the brink of a transformative era. With rich resources beneath its soil and a population eager to partake in its prosperity, the country is ripe for a leap in this sector. Leading the charge is CNOOC Uganda Limited, a company that understands the importance of capacity building within the community. Through a pioneering initiative, CNOOC has teamed up with Sunmaker Oil and Gas Training Institute and the Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba to cultivate talent from within Uganda’s heartlands.

UPDF Launches Massive Tree Planting Campaign in DRC’s North Kivu

Colonel Michael Walaka Hyeroba of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) in North Kivu, DRC, has initiated a tree planting campaign to combat environmental degradation and climate change. Over 300,000 trees, including eucalyptus, gravera, jack fruits, mangoes, and pawpaw, have been planted across UPDF’s areas of responsibility.

President Museveni Welcomes New Envoys Strengthening Bilateral Ties with Uganda

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni received credentials from nine newly accredited envoys, including Ambassadors and High Commissioners from Ethiopia, India, Belgium, Namibia, Malawi, Philippines, Mozambique, Brazil, and Canada. The President emphasized the importance of mutual respect and cooperation in maintaining cordial relations with these nations.

Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS): A Game-Changer in Curbing Crime and Improving Security

The Government of Uganda, in a significant move towards amplifying national security and safeguarding its citizens, is gearing up to launch the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS). Jointly led by the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Ministry of Security, this initiative is set to redefine vehicular security and crime management in the East African nation.

UNBS Recognized for Leading Food Fortification Efforts in Uganda

The USAID-Advancing Nutrition initiative has praised the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) for its role in promoting food fortification and improving nutrition. UNBS enforces mandatory food fortification regulations in Uganda, and it has received recognition for its efforts.

Operation Shujaa Rescues 19 in ADF Offensivein Ituri province

In a joint operation between the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a total of 19 individuals were rescued from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorists. The rescue mission, including women, children, and men, took place in Ituri province.

Joshua Cheptegei Secures Third Consecutive 10,000m Gold in World Championships

The track at the 2023 World Championships in Hungary Budapest City was ablaze as Uganda’s long-distance runner, Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei, clinched gold in the 10,000m race. This victory in Budapest cements Cheptegei’s position in the illustrious company of track legends, having now secured his third successive 10,000m gold.