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15:27
15:27

Nebbi Authorities Concerned Over Rapid Spread of Contagious Goat Infection Nebbi district 3

To combat the spread of CCPP, Dr. Abedkane advises farmers to adopt modern goat-rearing methods, which include using silage, providing proper feed, avoiding free-range grazing, and keeping goats under control.
08:18
08:18

Running Waters Sweep Away Nursery Pupil 1

According to Evas Ayebare, the head teacher of Kanyankwanzi Primary School, the incident occurred at around 6:00 PM during a heavy downpour that began at approximately 4:00 PM and lasted for about four hours.
13:30
13:30

Bankers Raise Awareness on Green Financing 1

"The world is looking at us to see who we are funding. With this initiative, we want to see that we immerse ourselves in the idea," says Goretti Masadde, CEO of the Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services.
11:23
11:23

Inadequate Funding for Water, Sanitation Sector Irks CSOs 1 4

Yunia Musaazi, the Executive Director of Uganda Water and Sanitation Network-WASNET, emphasized the need for increased government budget allocation to the water, sanitation, and environment sectors.
10:51
10:51

FAO Expert Warns Rainfall-Reliant Agriculture at Risk Irrigation 2

Dr. Zziwa points out that in Uganda, dry spells have become more prolonged, leading to decreased yields from plantations. In response to these challenges posed by climate change, he emphasized the importance of farmers embracing modern irrigation practices.
14:16
14:16

Farmers in Nwoya Start Production of Macadamia Trees to Conserve Environment UN Women 3 2

Joshua Mugabe Mucunguzi, the Uganda Country Director of TREEO Fairventures Gmbh said that they have in the first season supported the farmers through Delight Uganda Limited with Macadamia tree seedlings for 100 hectares and will in the next season provide another 100 hectares.
16:25
16:25

Experts Push for Human Settlement Policies in New Affordable Housing Campaign housing deficit 2

Paul Mayende, an official at the organization’s Uganda office listed half a dozen approved guiding documents that have provisions on informal settlements but said when they did a survey in selected Kampala slums, they found these to be largely not biting. Some of the policies listed include the National Housing Policy which was updated in 2016, the National Urban Policy 2017, and the National Human Settlements Policy.
12:13
12:13

MP Appeals for More Aid for De-roofed Nakasongola School 1

In early September, a severe downpour accompanied by strong winds swept through the school, causing extensive damage. The initial impact of the storm was the complete removal of the roof from one of the classroom blocks.
12:21
12:21

Residents Complain over Pollution from Sugar Factory in Nakasongola Water Pollution 1 6

Ivan Kyeyune a resident of Namunsala village says that apart from animals, the residents from over 20 villages in Kakooge town and sub county have stopped fetching water from the wetland over fears of side effects of the contaminated water.
11:09
11:09

Serena Hotel Employee Drowns in R. Nyamugasani 1

Nelson Tumushime, the Rwenzori East Police spokesperson, confirmed that the body has been handed over to the family for a dignified burial.
16:16
16:16

Gov’t Rallies Dealers in Extractive Earth Materials to Expedite Registration mineral rights 1 3

Agnes Alaba, the Commissioner for the Mines Department at the Ministry, revealed that whoever is currently interacting with any minerals such as dealers, artisanal and small-scale miners, and transporters is required to register to avoid conflicting with the law.
08:44
08:44

Government Sets a UGX 200 Billion Target for New UWA Board 4

During the inauguration of the new board, which will preside over the authority for the next three years, Tom Butime, the Minister for Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, highlighted the remarkable achievement of UWA's revenue collections surpassing pre-COVID-19 levels as the economy emerged from lockdown.
17:09
17:09

Gov’t Clears Private Investors in Electricity Transmission Network 2

Eng. Ziria Tibalwa Waako, ERA’s Chief Executive Officer told URN that in the emerging markets of the Independent Power Transmission (IPT) model, a private player develops, finances, builds, and operates a single transmission network asset under a long-term tendered contract.
14:58
14:58

UN Report Suggested Win-Win Synergies in Climate and Development Climate Change

It said achieving universal electricity access in sub-Saharan Africa by 2030 (SDG 7) would require an annual investment of USD 27 billion under existing climate policies
14:42
14:42

Germany Advises Against Nuclear Power in Uganda atomic energy 3 1 Top story

The entire project is estimated to cost over 604 trillion shillings.
08:59
08:59

Heavy Rains Destroy Houses in Kahendero 1 2

Alube Juma, the local council one Chairperson for the area, confirmed that the intense rainfall, along with gusty winds last night, resulted in the collapse of several houses. Roofs were blown off, and an unspecified number of domestic animals and birds lost their lives.
12:31
12:31

Karamoja Elders Takes a Decision to Reject Cattle Raids 3 4

During the Karamoja Cultural Week event, elders from all nine districts across the region came together and agreed to abandon cattle rustling and advocate for better livelihood alternatives.
08:31
08:31

NEMA Halts Operations of Sugar Factory in Luwero over Pollution 1 1

The factory located at Ndibulungi village in Butuntumula Sub-County is one of the eminent brown sugar manufacturers, suppliers and exporters of Africa. However, the Environment Protection body faults the factory for operating without a wastewater treatment facility.
12:43
12:43

Window to Reach Climate Goals ‘Rapidly Closing’- UN Warns 1 Top story

In Uganda, the Ministry of Water and Environment has recently raised concerns about its insufficient resources to support numerous climate change mitigation and adaptation projects. This issue arises concurrently with the ministry's ongoing efforts to seek workable financing solutions for climate change-related initiatives due to constrained budget allocations and cuts.
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