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Non-Executive Directors awards set for November 28 in Kampala

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The League of East African Directors (LEAD) has today announced the launch of the prestigious Non-Executive Director (NED) Awards 2024 set for November 28 at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala. Speaking to journalists, the organisers said, that this year, the NED Awards theme is “Visionary Leaders …

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AI to transform healthcare in Africa

Experts call for AI adoption to improve healthcare access and accuracy Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning have the potential to revolutionize healthcare in Africa, according to industry experts. During the 4th annual Smart Summit held in Kampala on October 31st , experts emphasized the …

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MoH to involve community in safe motherhood programs

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Health is set to work through family and lower community structures to strengthen safe motherhood programs. Speaking at the annual Safe Motherhood event, the Minister of Health, Dr Ruth Aceng, noted that safe motherhood is a collective responsibility across various levels of …

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Arua Boda Boda Association starts enforcement against numberless motorcycles

Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Arua City BodaBoda Association has started an operation against cyclists riding numberless motorcycles, which they say are largely responsible for several boda-boda-related crimes in the City. The move follows a meeting with Uganda Revenue Authority-URA officials during which URA announced an extension of the grace …

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