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Uganda’s Luwero residents demand action over air, water pollution from Victoria Sugar Factory
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 19, 2025
UGANDA – Residents of Luwero District in central Uganda have called on the Ministry of Health and the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) to urgently address what they describe as severe air and water pollution from Victoria Sugar...
Equity bank launches initiative to support SMEs across Uganda
Observer
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August 19, 2025
Equity bank has officially launched its 2025 “Tupange Business ne Equity Nationwide Forum,” a new initiative designed to strengthen and support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country. The forum, which began in Kampala, is set to...
Meet the Ugandan LGBTQIA+ activist bringing visibility in a time of crisis
DIVA Magazine
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August 19, 2025
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGES PROVIDED Clare Byarugaba spent a large part of her early life as a “non-practising, god-fearing lesbian” in Uganda. Having been brought up in the Anglican Church, she would go to Church every week, sometimes bringing along...
Madina wins Uganda Golf Club Ladies Open title
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian golfer Madina Idd has made history by successfully defending her title at the prestigious Uganda Golf Club Ladies Open 2025. The talented golfer finished the tournament 11 under par, securing her victory over a strong...
A Breastfeeding Space At World Health Organization (WHO) Uganda Country Office: Upholding Every Woman And Baby's Right To Breastfeed Anytime, Anywhere
MENAFN
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August 19, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) Invest in breastfeeding, invest in the future! Breastfeeding isn't just a personal choice-it's a public health investment. Breast milk nurtures stronger immune systems, reduces childhood illnesses and supports lifelong health,...
Uganda Embassy in Washington launches export readiness training for 100 artisans
Independent (Uganda)
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August 18, 2025
Facilitator Elaine Robnett Moore, an internationally recognized trainer (right) shares thoughts with participants at the launch of the training Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in Washington, in partnership...
600 Women Groups to benefit from Uganda’s Green Transformation Project
Independent (Uganda)
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August 18, 2025
Minister Amongi in orange dress, pose for photo with participants at the project launch. PHOTO URN Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Up to 600 village-level women groups across Uganda are set to benefit from the new Women’s Economic Empowerment...
President Museveni Issues One-Month Ultimatum for Audit and Verification of Cattle Compensation Claimants in Northern Uganda
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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August 18, 2025
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a one-month ultimatum for audit and verification of all recipients of cattle compensation funds and pending claimants lists in Northern Uganda as the government moves to adopt a uniform rehabilitation...
Glovo invests Shs 33b in Uganda’s economy
Independent (Uganda)
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August 18, 2025
Ivy Maingi: Glovo Uganda General Manager The country emerges as Glovo’s greenest market, fusing rapid digital growth with sustainable mobility Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Glovo, the Spain-headquartered multi-category delivery platform, has...
‘Sustainable cities need inclusive planning, affordable housing’
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 17, 2025
Stakeholders have stressed the urgent need for affordable housing policies, inclusive urban planning, and sustainable city development to meet the aspirations of Nigeria’s youthful population. The call was made at a commemorative event for the...
Off to Africa, outgoing climate change envoy aims to spread gospel of Israel’s green tech
The Times of Israel
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August 18, 2025
Few figures in Israel’s environment and climate scene are as energetic, ubiquitous, diplomatic and positive as Gideon Behar, who is wrapping up more than five years as the country’s special envoy for climate change and sustainability under the...
PM Nabbanja and Col. Nakalema Meet American and Indian Investors, Discuss Investment Opportunities in Uganda
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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August 16, 2025
The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabanja and the Head of State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema on Friday 15th August 2025 held a high-level meeting with a delegation of foreign investors. The meetings...
Lacor Hospital proposes waste recycling to curb costs amid financial strain
Independent (Uganda)
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August 17, 2025
Visitors look at the iconic photo montage of the founders of St Mary’s Hospital Lacor Dr Piero Corti (R), his wife Dr Lucille Teasdale (C), and Dr Mathew Lukwiya (L) at St Mary’s Hospital Lacor in Gulu city. PHOTO URN Gulu, Uganda | THE...
Molefi Ntseki relies on experience as Bafana Bafana face Uganda in crucial Chan match
IOL
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Bafana Bafana coach Molefi Ntseki is banking on his players’ individual and collective international experience to prove vital in their crucial final CHAN group stage match. Bafana will face co-hosts Uganda at the Mandela National Stadium in their...
Chester Zoo unveils first look at new luxury wildlife lodges with giraffes and zebras
Birmingham Live
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August 17, 2025
Chester Zoo has unveiled the first glimpse of its magnificent safari-style lodge resort. The Reserve, a brand new luxury 51 lodge resort, is poised to welcome its inaugural guests next week. Nevertheless, before that moment arrives, enthusiastic...
Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – April to June 2025
JD Supra - California
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August 19, 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this issue, we explore key regulatory updates and emerging trends to help you stay informed and ahead in today’s dynamic compliance environment. The following topics are...
Uganda launches groundbreaking project for first climate-resilient market in Elegu
Independent (Uganda)
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August 14, 2025
Kadaga speaking in Amuru Amuru, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | In a landmark move to boost regional trade and support vulnerable communities, Uganda has broken ground on its first climate-resilient and gender-responsive cross-border market in...
EXPERT ASSESSMENT: Uganda’s climate change budgeting unsatisfactory
Independent (Uganda)
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August 16, 2025
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the implementation of the fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV) commences, driving development for the next five years, a look at its predecessor (NDP III) shows a mixed performance, especially regarding...
Lobong urges refugees in Uganda to return home
Eye Radio
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August 16, 2025
Author: Madrama James | Published: 4 hours ago Governor Louis Lobong Lojore of Eastern Equatoria State - Photo credit: Office Vice President for Service Cluster The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State has urged people from the state who are...
Over 40 per cent Ugandan children are in labour market
Observer
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August 16, 2025
The permanent secretary in the ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), Aggrey Kibenge, has called for the total elimination of child labour as one of Uganda’s bedrocks for socio-economic development. During the 10th meeting of...