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Charcoal ban in northern Uganda

Enforcers should adhere to just energy transition principles that necessitate a manner that is both fair and inclusive COMMENT | WALTER AKENA | In May 2023, the President issued Executive Order No. 3 banning large-scale commercial charcoal production and trade in Northern Uganda. This directive aimed to curb the rampant deforestation …

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Govt has legal duty to regulate school fees

We know Ministry of Education  officials own private schools in direct conflict of interest and failure to reign in fees COMMENT | MICHAEL ABONEKA | Education is a right. Everyone has a right to Education according to Article 30 of our Constitution. The government of Uganda has an obligation under Articles …

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Arteta extends contract as Arsenal coach

LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has signed a contract extension, the club confirmed on Thursday. Arteta has signed what Arsenal described as a “long-term” contract but it is thought to be until the end of June 2027. His previous contract was due to expire at the …

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Airtel money, Letshego expand micro credit with letsGo pesa

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Money and Letshego Uganda have today (Sept.12) announced the expansion of the country’s credit portfolio today with LetsGo Pesa, an innovative mobile loan service designed to offer financial solutions to Ugandans needing quick and convenient access to funds. This new service is launched in …

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KITEEZI TRAGEDY: Education for displaced learners uncertain

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Learners displaced by the Kiteezi landfill tragedy face uncertainty as the new school term approaches. For many, the term begins on Monday, though some private schools started the third term this week. Many displaced students and their parents remain stranded, uncertain about how they …

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Security heightened in Teso

Kumi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Security has been heightened in the Teso sub-region. This follows the emergence of gangs who are terrorizing residents. In Soroti, the group has been named Owok-wok (shake-shake). It is reported that members of the gang beat, rob and ensure that the victim has nothing left …

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