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03
Nov

National

President Museveni Meets Venezuelan Envoys to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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5 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met with Venezuelan envoysH.E Yvan Gil Pinto and Hon. Yuri Pimentel Moura, to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries. President Museveni expressed gratitude to President Nicolas Maduro for sending the envoys and praised Venezuela’s stand against foreign aggression. He highlighted Africa’s journey to independence and economic integration and emphasized the importance of collaboration.

03
Nov

National

Uganda’s Readiness for Hosting 2024 NAM and G77 Summits

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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2 min read

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is training officers for the upcoming G77 and Non-Aligned Movement summits in Uganda. Uganda will host the 19th NAM Summit and G77 Summit in 2024. The training ensures officers are well-prepared for these events.

03
Nov

National

AFDB Approves Sh5b for Uganda-Kenya Expressway Project

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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5 min read

The African Development Bank has granted a $1.4 million (sh5.2b)grant to the East African Community for a feasibility study on the Kisumu-Kisian-Busitema-Busia Expressway. This project is part of the Northern Corridor, which plays a vital role in transporting cargo to landlocked EAC Partner States.

02
Nov

National

Ending Reliance on Kenya: UNOC to Control Uganda’s Fuel Imports

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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3 min read

Proposed bill in Parliament titled “The Petroleum Supply (Amendment) Bill 2023” that aims to grant the Uganda National Oil Company Ltd (UNOC) exclusive authority to supply petroleum products to licensed oil marketing companies in Uganda. The new policy is aligned with a Cabinet resolution to ensure stable oil supply and prices, with UNOC set to become the exclusive fuel supplier starting in January 2024.

02
Nov

National

Safe Steps Campaign Promotes Road Safety Among Boda Boda Riders in Uganda

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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4 min read

With the festive season approaching, advocates in Uganda emphasize the importance of road safety for boda boda (motorcycle taxi) riders and urge them to adhere to traffic rules. The Safe Steps campaign, launched by Prudential Uganda and the Uganda Red Cross Society, focuses on providing training to 8,000 boda boda riders in various districts.

01
Nov

National

Uganda National Oil Company and Church of Uganda Unite to Combat Climate Change

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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2 min read

The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and the Church of Uganda have signed a memorandum of understanding as part of the UNOC-led Alliance for Climate Resilience. This partnership aims to plant 40 million trees across 40,000 to 100,000 hectares to address tree cover loss and combat climate change in Uganda.

01
Nov

National

Dr. Susan Kiguli First African to Receive Lifetime Award in Poetry

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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3 min read

Dr. Susan Kiguli, a senior lecturer in literature at Makerere University, became the first African to receive a Lifetime Award in Poetry at the 2023 International Civil Poetry Festival in Venice, Italy. She received praise from peers and officials, including Makerere University’s vice-chancellor. Kiguli is known for her significant contributions to poetry and literature, having received previous awards and recognition. She holds a PhD in English, with research interests in performance theory, popular song, and oral poetry.

01
Nov

National

Uganda Celebrates Africa Youth Day 2023

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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2 min read

Uganda celebrates Africa Youth Day, focusing on empowering its youth through education, skills development, and entrepreneurship. The event highlights their commitment to the “One Million Next Level” initiative and unity among the youth. Development partners support this celebration.

31
Oct

National

SFC Construction Regiment Joins Efforts to Fix Kampala Potholes

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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3 min read

The Special Forces Command (SFC) construction regiment has initiated efforts to repair potholes in Kampala’s city roads, collaborating with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). Starting at Prince Charles Drive in Kololo, SFC engineers are filling potholes and will proceed to Kiyembe Lane. They aim to cover approximately 19,324 square meters of potholes and section repairs by the end of December.

31
Oct

National

UPDF Engineering Brigade set to complete the Renovations of the Mandela Stadium on Time

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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3 min read

The Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces’ Engineering Brigade is renovating Mandela National Stadium, targeting completion by November 30, 2023. The project includes modern smart technology, international standards, and the addition of a hotel. The stadium is expected to host its first international match in March 2024 and, jointly with Kenya and Tanzania, will host the 2027 African Cup of Nations, a historic event for East Africa.

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Uganda’s Readiness for Hosting 2024 NAM and G77 Summits

AFDB Approves Sh5b for Uganda-Kenya Expressway Project

Ending Reliance on Kenya: UNOC to Control Uganda’s Fuel Imports

Safe Steps Campaign Promotes Road Safety Among Boda Boda Riders in Uganda

Uganda National Oil Company and Church of Uganda Unite to Combat Climate Change

Dr. Susan Kiguli First African to Receive Lifetime Award in Poetry

Uganda Celebrates Africa Youth Day 2023

SFC Construction Regiment Joins Efforts to Fix Kampala Potholes

UPDF Engineering Brigade set to complete the Renovations of the Mandela Stadium on Time

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