ANALYSIS | HENRY DDUNGU | Headaches can sometimes be so painful that it can make you wonder if something more serious is wrong. Most headaches are due to tension, migraines, or sinus issues, but a sudden, severe headache can be a symptom of a more urgent problem, such as a stroke. …
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The sector faces several challenges, including limited access to financing and copyright infringement due to weak copyright laws, enforcement mechanisms and a lack of awareness Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Africa’s multilateral lender, African Export-Import Bank, is working on the establishment of a US$1-billion African Film Fund to be launched in 2024 …
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The Italian ambassador who cultivated a profound connection with Uganda COMMENT | CRISPIN KAHERU | In the realm of diplomacy, the role of an ambassador often conjures an image of a mere conduit for official communication between nations, focused on nurturing mutual understanding and strengthening bilateral ties. Yet, in exceptional …
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Study reveals critical gaps in access to vital diagnostic and treatment services, urges comprehensive reforms Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | While diagnostics, vaccination, and treatment (DVT) services for prevalent ailments like COVID-19, hepatitis B, cervical cancer, HIV/AIDS, and syphilis are readily available in Uganda, a recent study conducted by two …
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New Human Rights Watch report documents outcry from Ugandan ‘environmental defenders’ Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | Environmental defenders and anti-fossil fuel activists in Uganda continue to face arbitrary arrests, harassment, and threats for raising concerns over a planned oil pipeline popularly known as EACOP, according to a new report published …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Oil marketing companies (OMCs) under their umbrella body, the Sustainable Energies and Petroleum Association (SEPA) want the amendment of the Petroleum Supply Act to take into consideration a provision to allow them to import and supply special petroleum products. The association although in agreement with …
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This move is expected to increase compliance by 3% in the next few months as executives race to grow assets by Shs2tn towards 2025 Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s National Social Security Fund has upgraded its web-based whistleblower portal to enable members to report defaulting employers in a seamless …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |Uganda Breweries Limited, the makers of Uganda’s gin, Uganda Waragi have revealed their new premium limited flavor of Uganda Waragi – Uganda Waragi Lemon and Ginger. This exceptional and exclusive edition brings a burst of refreshing flavors to the renowned classic, promising to create unforgettable …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan government plans to seek funding from the World Bank to train and equip its artistes with technical skills to meet international standards, the Minister of State for Gender and Culture Affairs, Peace Mutuuzo revealed. Peace Mutuuzo said the government has concluded plans to …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Parish Development Model (PDM) fund disbursement kicked off in Kampala on Tuesday, November 8, 2023, with beneficiaries receiving a substantial sum of 1 million Ugandan shillings directly on their mobile phones. The official ceremony to mark the commencement of fund disbursement was held at …
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