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In Uganda, Deadly Landslides Force an Agricultural Reckoning
Yale E360
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July 8, 2025
Nestled in Uganda’s Kamwanyi village on the lush western slopes of Mount Elgon — a vast, 24-million-year-old extinct volcano that straddles the border between Uganda and Kenya — Francis Gidegi’s three-acre farm benefits from fertile soils, cool...
Why Nigeria should not neglect economic freedom
Business Day
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July 8, 2025
In the Heritage Foundation’s 2024 Economic Freedom report, Nigeria ranks as a “mostly unfree” country. The report highlights how regulatory and institutional barriers restrict economic activities. It assesses countries across five levels of...
How internet connectivity is redefining newlywed bliss in Uganda
Independent (Uganda)
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July 8, 2025
COMMENT | JOSEPH BYARUHANGA | The dust has finally settled after the grand kwanjula and the joyful ululations of a white wedding. The photos have been shared, and the last plate of leftover cake has been eaten. Many Ugandan newlyweds dream of...
Kajo-Keji County hands over 2 suspected rebels to Uganda
Radio Tamazuj
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July 8, 2025
The authorities in Kajo-Keji County in Central Equatoria State last week handed over two Ugandan nationals, whose names were withheld, to their counterparts in Moyo District in Uganda The two have been in detention in the army barracks since they...
Uganda Tourism Association Holds Successful AGM
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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July 5, 2025
On July 3rd, 2025, the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) held its Annual General Meeting at Fairway Hotel, marking one year of transformative leadership under President Yewagnesh Biriggwa. In her remarks, the President reflected on a year of...
Politics’ winning formula is an unapologetic progressive agenda
Mail & Guardian
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July 4, 2025
(Graphic: John McCann/M&G) I have not been able to watch a single match of the football Club World Cup. I have glanced a bit at some games or caught up with the scores on social media. It is not just the crass commercialism of the enterprise....
Tinubu Urges BRICS to Rethink Global Governance Structure, Finance, Health
This Day
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July 8, 2025
•Trump threatens extra 10% tariffs on BRICS’ allies DejiElumoyeand Michael Olugbode in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has called for a re-evaluation of the current global governance structure, as well as the financial and healthcare systems, urging...
West Pokot horror: 12 Ugandans confess to abducting, killing and eating children
TUKO
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July 7, 2025
Twelve Ugandan suspects were arrested and detained in Kapenguria over disturbing child-related crimes Police were met with violent resistance as angry residents blocked a major road, demanding mob justice Authorities discovered several pieces of...
Over 300 investors participate as 238 African startups raised over $100k in H1 2025
Technext
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July 7, 2025
As the African startup space continues to witness increased funding, in what has been described as a stabilisation phase, it has emerged that 238 startups on the continent attracted at least $100,000 in the first half of 2025. This is according to...
Uganda’s Businesses Stay Strong Despite Small PMI Dip in June
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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July 4, 2025
By David Mwanje KAMPALA– Uganda’s private sector continues to shine, with businesses reporting growth for the fifth straight month, according to the latest Stanbic Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). The PMI, which tracks business health, slipped...
Meron Kyomugisha wins Lira Open as Equity Bank champions ladies golf
Independent (Uganda)
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July 7, 2025
READY TO TEE OFF: Lady golfers all set minutes before the official start of the the Equity Bank-sponsored Lira Open Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Palm Valley Golf and Country Club’s Meron Kyomugisha has won the 4th edition of the Lira Ladies...
Uganda secretly sends hundreds of troops to DR Congo - UN experts
Africanews
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July 4, 2025
More Ugandan soldiers have poured into Congolese territory under the pretext of fighting armed groups, without Kinshasa's authorization. As many as 1,000 troops have deployed in Bunia, as well as to the Mahagi and Djugu territories in Ituri...
Zimbabwe name starting XV for Rugby Africa Cup opener against Morocco
Three Men on a Boat
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July 7, 2025
Photo by Beto Valderrama on Pexels.comZimbabwe have named their starting XV for their Rugby Africa Cup against Morocco at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, Kampala, Uganda. The defending champions play their match 9am on Tuesday. Starting XV...
Collateral Registry: A Step Forward For The Economy
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN- The Post) LESOTHO has latent potential to transform its economy despite the myriad socio-economic challenges it faces. With a weak private sector and limited financial inclusion, many micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)...
Museveni to run again as Uganda's ruling party picks him for 2026 election
Africanews
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July 7, 2025
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has been confirmed as the ruling party’s candidate for the 2026 presidential election, setting the stage for him to extend his nearly 40-year rule. At 80 years old, Museveni has led Uganda since 1986 after taking...
Uganda boosts coffee exports, becoming top supplier in Africa — TV
TASS
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July 4, 2025
HARARE, July 4. /TASS/. Uganda scaled up coffee exports by 43% and became the top coffee exporter in Africa, ZBC television reports, citing the Ugandan coffee research institute. Coffee supplies from Uganda to the global market grew from 33,000...
Uganda’s Quality Quest Kicks Off with New Standards Council
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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July 4, 2025
By David Mwanje KAMPALA– Uganda is doubling down on its mission to elevate the quality of its goods and boost its global trade standing with the inauguration of the 10th National Standards Council (NSC), the top governing body of the Uganda...
Uganda’s HIV numbers cross 1.5 million mark
Daily News Tanzania
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July 4, 2025
UGANDA: UGANDA’S total number of people living with HIV has surpassed 1.5 million, according to the latest 2024 estimates from the Uganda AIDS Commission, a figure that signals a concerning rise in cases and the ongoing challenge of controlling...
BRICS Summit: Bola Tinubu Calls For Reevaluation of Global Governance Structure, Finance And Healthcare Systems
Alexa.ng
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President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, urging greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. At the 17th...
Anwar leads efforts to strengthen strategic investments, global economic cooperation
The Malaysian Star
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July 7, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is leading efforts to strengthen strategic investments and global economic cooperation through a series of bilateral meetings and active participation in the 17th BRICS Summit. He held meetings...