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19
Oct

National

UPDF Pursues National Park Tourists Attackers

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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3 min read

Uganda People’s Defence Forces are actively pursuing the perpetrators of a tragic incident at Queen Elizabeth National Park, where 3 people were killed in an attack suspected to have links with a rebel group. The UPDF vows to increase pressure on the attackers while urging vigilance from the public. Despite the tragedy, the rest of the country remains peaceful and open for tourism.

18
Oct

National

President Museveni Encourages Uganda To Leverage ICT For Economic Independence, Not Importation

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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8 min read

In a speech at the 2nd Annual National ICT Job Fair 2023, President Museveni emphasized the importance of using information and communication technology (ICT) to strengthen Uganda’s economy and promote self-sufficiency. He cautioned against using ICT to promote importation and urged the country to focus on boosting local goods and services.

18
Oct

National

DRC Sets To Join Standard Gauge Railway Project

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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4 min read

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has committed to participating in the ambitious Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project in East Africa, aiming to link the Indian and Atlantic Oceans for enhanced regional connectivity and trade. Uganda invited the DRC to a meeting on this during the recent joint commission meetings. DRC will nominate engineers and coordinate with Uganda for SGR standards, with joint site visits planned by March 2024.

17
Oct

National

Polish Company Meets Museveni to Build Drone Factory in Uganda

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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4 min read

President Museveni on Monday 16th October 2023 met with Polish businessman Mariusz Lwanski, Chairman of Prometheus, to discuss establishing a drone manufacturing center in Uganda. Lwanski outlined the potential uses of drones, emphasizing security and various applications. President Museveni pledged support for this initiative.

17
Oct

National

ICEA Lion Uganda Launches Employee-Led Go-Green Drive-In Schools Initiative

Amanda Bae / 2 years
0
3 min read

ICEA Lion Uganda has launched a “Go-Green Drive-in Schools” initiative to promote environmental sustainability in response to pressing environmental concerns in Uganda and Africa. The company’s CEO, Emmanuel Mwaka, emphasized the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices for reducing the carbon footprint and safeguarding the environment.

17
Oct

National

UPDF Commended for Their Valuable Assistance in The Construction of a Hospital in War-Torn Somalia

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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2 min read

The commendable efforts of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces deployed under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia in assisting with the construction of a hospital in war-torn Somalia. This humanitarian endeavor is seen as a testament to UPDF’s commitment to peace and development in Somalia.

16
Oct

National

President Museveni Passes Out 4,212 Local Defence Personnel

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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6 min read

President Museveni of Uganda presided over a ceremony in which 4,212 Local Defence Personnel completed their training. During the event, he highlighted the increasing education levels of recruits, emphasizing the importance of building strong institutions like the army.

14
Oct

National

Parliamentary Committee Vets Presidential Nominees for National Citizenship and Immigration Board

Nkunda Ricky / 2 years
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1 min read

The Parliamentary Committee on Appointments conducted a vetting of Presidential nominees for the National Citizenship and Immigration Board.

14
Oct

National

The Mandate for Investigating Digital Number Plates Proposal Transferred To Classified Committee

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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2 min read

The investigation into the proposal for digital number plates in Uganda has been transferred to a Classified Committee of the House. This decision follows a closed session meeting to scrutinize classified expenditure budgets and address concerns regarding the project.

13
Oct

National

President Museveni Discusses Investment Opportunities With UAE Delegation

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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3 min read

President Museveni welcomed a delegation of investors from the UAE and discussed potential business opportunities during a meeting in Munyonyo. He emphasized Uganda’s vast resources and peaceful environment, encouraging UAE investors to engage in the country.

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UPDF Pursues National Park Tourists Attackers

President Museveni Encourages Uganda To Leverage ICT For Economic Independence, Not Importation

DRC Sets To Join Standard Gauge Railway Project

Polish Company Meets Museveni to Build Drone Factory in Uganda

ICEA Lion Uganda Launches Employee-Led Go-Green Drive-In Schools Initiative

UPDF Commended for Their Valuable Assistance in The Construction of a Hospital in War-Torn Somalia

President Museveni Passes Out 4,212 Local Defence Personnel

Parliamentary Committee Vets Presidential Nominees for National Citizenship and Immigration Board

The Mandate for Investigating Digital Number Plates Proposal Transferred To Classified Committee

President Museveni Discusses Investment Opportunities With UAE Delegation

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