WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.

UNMU Calls for Recruitment of 24,000 Nurses to Address Critical Staffing Crisis

Johnnie Walker Uganda Drops DJ Kasbaby's Epic Michael Jackson Walkers Mixtape for World Whisky Day

In celebration of World Whisky Day, Johnnie Walker Uganda has teamed up with celebrated Walker and renowned Ugandan DJ, DJ Kasbaby to release his very first edition of the Walkers Mixtape a thrilling 21-track tribute to the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson. More than just a mix, the Walkers Mixtape is a nostalgic The post Johnnie Walker Uganda Drops DJ Kasbaby's Epic Michael Jackson Walkers Mixtape for World Whisky Day first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Oboth-Oboth emerges as strong contender for Speaker

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The fate of embattled former Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among, appears sealed as the newly elected and former Members of the 11th Parliament pledged to back Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth. The latest development emerged on Saturday when almost half of the legislators belonging to the ruling NRM party visited the … The post Oboth-Oboth emerges as strong contender for Speaker appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global public health emergency

GENEVA | Xinhua | The World Health Organisation on Sunday determined that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda constitutes a "public health emergency of international concern." The WHO said on social media platform X that the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, does not meet the criteria of a … The post WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global public health emergency appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

India's Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit

Prime Minister Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security.

Beyond Petroleum: The case for Oil and Gas skills across the economy

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Oil and gas players, including the government, have been urged to intentionally transform skills developed in the sector into a foundation for broader national industrial development. As the sector moves towards the production stage, some are wondering why more Ugandans are being skilled in oil and gas. In 2014, the international … The post Beyond Petroleum: The case for Oil and Gas skills across the economy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

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Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium nears completion as installation of seats kick-off

Lira, Uganda | URN | Construction of the 20,000-capacity Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City has taken shape, with major activities such as installation of seats, roofing, and painting almost finished. The facility, named after Uganda's Olympic icon John Akii-Bua, is being built by SAMCO National Construction Company. The stadium will include an eight-lane athletics … The post Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium nears completion as installation of seats kick-off appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano fight: Rousey wins with a 17-second submission

Rousey won the fight with her signature armbar lock, forcing Carano to submit just 17 seconds into the bout.

Activists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip

Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.

Letlow, Fleming advance to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects

Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.

Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow advances to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary

Rep. Julia Letlow, who was backed by President Trump in the primary against incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy, has advanced to a runoff in the Louisiana Republican primary for Senate.

A Survivor finalists mission to prove his late sister was murdered

Survivor 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joannas voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.

Tunisians rally amid economic crisis and political arrests

Hundreds of Tunisians have marched through the capital to denounce a worsening economic crisis and crackdown on dissent.

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda 'emergency' of international concern

At least 80 deaths reported in Congo's Ituri province while Uganda reports spread from travellers from the DRCThe World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern".The WHO on Sunday said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency. Continue reading...

Thousands of railroad employees on strike in New York

Workers for the busiest commuter rail service in North America are on strike. 3,500 Long Island Rail Road employees walked off the job in New York. Ali Bauman reports.

Venezuela says it deported Alex Saab, a key Maduro ally, to the U.S.

Venezuelas government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.

Bolivia launches early-morning crackdown on roadblocks outside La Paz

The government of Rodrigo Paz has sent about 3,500 soldiers and police to clear protesters demanding his resignation.

Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near

Rights office says the violence could hinder exercise of political rights ahead of May vote to replace Gustavo Petro.