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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:20:20
Tanzania Offers Ugandan Shippers a 30-Day Free Storage Period
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- In response to the disruptions in the global supply chains as a result of COVID-19, Global conflicts and Climate change, TPA offered several incentives to the Ugandan shippers, among which is a 30-day free storage period for all imports, to support the users and customers of the Port recover from the slump brought about by the 3Cs.
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:25:08
Transport Minister Warns Ugandans Using the Lake in August to Be Extra Vigilant
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Minister of Works, Transport, and Communication, Gen. Katumba Wamala, warned the public to be cautious while using Lake Victoria, especially at night during the three months of June, July and August.
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:04:17
Congenital Heart Defects in Uganda - Prevalence, Challenges, and Hope for Treatment
[Nile Post] Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common birth defects globally, affecting about 1 in 100 babies born. In Uganda, the estimated prevalence of CHD is 8-12 per 1000 live births, meaning approximately 1,280 to 1,920 babies are born with CHD in Uganda every year. The most prevalent CHD type in Uganda is ventricular septal defect (VSD), characterized by a hole in the wall between the two lower chambers of the heart. Other commonly observed CHDs include patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), atrial septal de
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:04:24
Among Gathers MPs At Her Splashy Country Home for Retreat
[Nile Post] The Speaker of Parliament Annet Anita Among has summoned a litany of Members of Parliament at her splashy country home in Ayereyere Village, Kamutur Sub-County in Bukedea District for a retreat.
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:42:32
Govt Ratifies International Labour Organization Convention 190
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Government of Uganda deposited the instrument of ratification of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 190 (C-190) on Violence and Harassment in the world of work.
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:44:22
Medics Ask Government to Criminalize the Use of Marijuana
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Director of Butabika National Referral Hospital, Dr Juliet Nakku implored Members of Parliament to ignore the economic pressures and ban the production and sale of cannabis and khat.
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@allafrica Mon, 14 Aug 2023 10:10:08
Why World Bank Funding Freeze On Uganda Is a Mistake
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- In a surprising twist, some members of the gay community in Uganda have told The Independent they are not pleased by the recent decision of the World Bank to cut funding to new projects in Uganda because of the recently enacted Anti-homosexuality law.
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@allafrica Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:27:55
Former NSSF Md Byarugaba Sues Minister Amongi for Refusal to Renew His Contract
[Nile Post] Former National Social Security Fund Managing Director Richard Byarugaba has dragged the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development Betty Amongi for not renewing his contract at NSSF.
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