Kigali, Rwanda | URN | The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s Ministry of Defence and Zigama Credit and Savings Society, a financial institution serving Rwanda’s security forces, over alleged military, logistical and financial support for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN), formerly known as the March 23 Movement/Alliance …
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JERUSALEM | Xinhua | Counting of votes in Israel’s parliamentary election continued on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his main rival, former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, both claiming a mandate to lead the country, despite neither appearing to have secured the majority needed to form a government. Israel …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Exim Bank Uganda Ltd has launched E-ssanyu, a new campaign designed to make digital banking more convenient and rewarding by offering zero charges on online transactions, cashback on every transaction, and the chance to win a getaway to Lemala Wild Waters Lodge. Through E-ssanyu, …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Service Cops Limited, the technology partner behind Kwaata Sente, has pledged continued innovation in digital lending following the official launch of the mobile- based credit solution in Kampala on Sept.27. Kwaata Sente brings together Centenary Bank, Airtel Money, gnuGrid Technologies and Service Cops to …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Uganda have announced the winners of the 2026 PachiPanda Innovation Challenge, recognising three Ugandan innovators developing solutions to environmental challenges while creating economic opportunities. The second edition of the youth-focused competition seeks to empower …
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | A new assessment of responsible gorilla tourism has identified gaps in the enforcement of visitor rules, staff training, tourism marketing and coordination among conservation stakeholders, raising concerns about the long-term protection of mountain gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda. The assessment of the Gorilla Friendly Pledge, …
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda’s preparations to reduce methane emissions from its emerging oil and gas industry face questions over whether the country will have adequate monitoring systems, clear regulations and enforceable controls in place before commercial production begins. A briefing by the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) …
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Zombo, Uganda | URN | Farmers in Zombo District are expected to engage agricultural experts and other stakeholders in a three-day trade show and coffee conference scheduled for November 11th-13th to promote improved farming practices and market access. District Production Officer Dr. Walter Kumakech says the exhibition will showcase …
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s efforts to build a more resilient agricultural sector are increasingly focusing on how sustainable farming practices can translate into higher farmer incomes, stronger domestic markets and export opportunities. The challenge will take centre stage at two upcoming agricultural events in Kampala, where farmers, policymakers, …
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s ambition to expand its economy tenfold to $500 billion by 2040 will depend partly on the ability of businesses to invest productively, manage financial risks and convert the country’s natural resources into higher-value products. That puts chief financial officers (CFOs) at the centre of …
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