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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:18
Airtel Money, Stabex Partner to Boost Cashless Transactions
[Nile Post] Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda (AMCUL), has partnered with Stabex International, a renowned fuel distribution company, to boost cashless transactions and enhance digital financial inclusion among Ugandans.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:20
Govt Launches Nationwide Coffee Registration to Meet EU Standards
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF), has initiated a nationwide registration of coffee value chain actors to enhance compliance with international standards, particularly for the European Union (EU) market.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:21
Police Hunt for Man Who Fleeced Kampala Pastor of Shs700m
[Nile Post] Police in Kampala have started a manhunt for a man who fleeced shs700 million from a Kampala pastor in the name of helping him acquire licences for his two TV stations from Uganda Communications Commission.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:22
Forensic Expert Admits to Collecting Parallel Evidence in Katanga Murder Trial
[Nile Post] Dr Andrew Mubiru, the eighth witness the prosecution put to the stand a month ago, remains the subject of intense cross-examination by the defence team - for many reasons.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:22
Archbishop Kaziimba - Music, Dance, and Drama Are Essential for Gospel Preaching
[Nile Post] The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has emphasised the importance of Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) as effective means for spreading the gospel.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:14
Uganda to Begin Manufacturing Monkey Pox Vaccines, Minister Musenero Reveals
[Nile Post] The Ugandan government is set to embark on a new initiative to manufacture vaccines for Monkey Pox, Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero, has announced.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:21
New UN Country Representative Presents Credentials to Foreign Affairs Minister
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, John Mulimba has today received Dr. Robin Nandy, the new UNICEF Representative to Uganda, who officially presented his credentials at a meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kampala.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:42:25
Breaking the Silence - Breast Cancer Awareness and Hope
[Nile Post] Did you know breast cancer is the most common type of cancer worldwide? In 2022, there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 670,000 deaths globally which is like 15% of cancer-related deaths.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:39:32
Marketers geared for awards
Award shows often stir up a mix of emotions, with some viewing them as a platform to celebrate industry achievements, while others express skepticism over the selection process. Critics have long argued that the criteria for many awards are ambiguous, or worse, rigged in favor of certain players. This perception has led some to distance […] The post Marketers geared for awards first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:49:45
UBOS to release final 2024 census results
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is scheduled to release the final results of the 2024 National Housing and Population Census. President Museveni will be the chief guest at the dissemination event, which will take place on Thursday at Serena Hotel Kampala. According to UBOS Principal Public Relations Officer Didacus Okoth, the results will provide answers to five key questions: the total population, where Ugandans live, their living conditions, their possessions, and their access to services. The recently released preliminary census results indicate that Uganda’s population is 45.9 million. The country remains predominantly young, with over half of its population (50.5%) under the age of 17. “The public should expect to receive the latest statistical information about Uganda’s demographics. housing […] The post UBOS to release final 2024 census results first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:29:38
Victoria University on a move to get rooted in Africa
Victoria University, a leading institution of higher learning in Uganda, is stepping up its efforts to become a pan-African academic hub, expanding its footprint across the continent. Already a top choice for students from all over Africa, the university is now taking proactive steps to extend its reach and attract more students by marking its […] The post Victoria University on a move to get rooted in Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:43:17
Museveni Lays Out Case Against Ugandan Money Lenders
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The government is in the process of enacting a law to stem exploitative money lending practices in Uganda, president, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed.
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@sqoop Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:13:35
Producer Skillz on da Beat passes away
This morning, the Ugandan music community awoke to heartbreaking news: producer Skillz on da Beat had passed away after a prolonged battle in the hospital. Skillz, whose real name was still whispered with admiration, had made an indelible mark on the industry, most notably for his work with Voltage Music on hits like “Cheza Mama” […] The post Producer Skillz on da Beat passes away first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:30:54
Museveni Urges Support for the Elderly As Uganda Marks International Day of Older Persons
[Nile Post] Museveni stressed the importance of caring for the elderly, noting that as the country observes this special day, it is crucial to address the challenges they face.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:38:42
Hoima Referral Hospital Struggles With Drug Shortages
[Nile Post] The administration of Hoima Regional Referral Hospital and the city leadership claim they receive fewer medicines from the government than required for the number of patients they serve daily. Additionally, consignments often arrive late, leading to frequent drug stock outs at the hospital.
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@allafrica Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:38:43
Bunyoro Kitara Diocese Bishop Jacob Ateirweho Cautions Students Against Early Sex
[Nile Post] The bishop of Bunyoro Kitara diocese has cautioned students against engaging in early sex saying this risks their lives on getting sexually transmitted diseases especially HIV/AIDS. Ateirweho advises students to focus on education to brighten their future.
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@kfm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:08:48
Over 200 lose jobs as agencies merger takes shape
A total of 219 employees from 21 government agencies have lost their jobs following the long-awaited rationalization process. On Tuesday, the grace period ended for government agencies to be merged, mainstreamed, or have their functions transferred to other entities. In an interview with KFM, Ms Allen Kakama, the Commissioner of Management Services at the Ministry of Public Service, stated that the government allocated Shs73.6 billion to various ministries to cover the pension, gratuity, and severance packages of the 2,500 affected employees across the 60 agencies. “The total amount of money that we are supposed to spend on pension, gratuity, and surveillance packages for the affected staff of the 60 government agencies is 74.3 billion shillings. Out of that, we have […] The post Over 200 lose jobs as agencies merger takes shape first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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