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22:33
22:33

FDC Najjanankumbi Set Date To Hold National Council 1

Addressing the press at the party's Najjanankumbi office, the faction's spokesperson John Kikonyogo said they would be convening a National Council next week under the head of the National Chairman Jack Sabiiti.
23:38
23:38

Cultural Crisis: Indigenous Struggles Expose Threats To Identity, Livelihoods 1 4

The study by the non-government organization that seeks to promote culture and cultural heritage in the country reveals that constrained access has significantly impacted the cultural identity and expression of indigenous communities. For instance, some Batwa individuals hesitate to openly identify themselves within other communities due to the discrimination they encounter.
08:17
08:17

USPC Won’t Be Ready For 2026 Elections – Board NIRA 2

The company finds itself in financial hardships because NIRA, a supposed client and partner is refusing to cooperate to give business to USPC. Both are state entities.
12:36
12:36

Can Uganda's Critical Minerals Rebuild, Rewire It's Energy? 1 Top story

With the growing demand for copper, there is all indication that Uganda can take a share of billions of dollars if Uganda revived copper production and processing
10:28
10:28

COP28: Countries Endorse Declaration On Food Systems And Climate Change slow food 1 Top story

The declaration comes amidst concerns that unsustainable food production and consumption patterns are a common thread, running through many of the greatest challenges facing humanity today.
10:17
10:17

Corruption, Political Interference Frustrating District Service Commissions in Karamoja 4 1

The Ministry of Public Service established that many staff were in acting positions for over years due to a lack of qualifications or corruption. The commission noted that there has been a common practice for districts to return money to the treasury when there are staffing gaps but kept for relatives who are still in school.
18:18
18:18

Electronic System To Ease Processing Permits For Expatriates In Oil Sector work permits 1 3

The Petroleum Authority expects that it will be able to process the application with in three days as opposed to the current turnaround time of more than a week.
17:38
17:38

East African Court Rules Against Civil Society In EACOP Case STOP EACOP 1 Top story

The Court held that the applicants should have filed the case as early as 2017, rather than in 2020 and as a result, the court does not have jurisdiction to hear the matter. The ruling means that the applicants cannot proceed with the merits of the case.
20:19
20:19

Muslim Land Saga: Why Judge Rejected Uganda Muslim Supreme Council’s Appeal 1

Questions like why UMSC did not seek legal advice when drafting the now controversial sales agreement are emerging. The other concern in the public eye is why the purchaser and seller insisted that the agreement would be kept secret and confidential.
16:08
16:08

Ugandan to Champion “Slow Food” At Climate Change Conference Slow Food Uganda 1 Top story

Mukiibi is of the view that Food-focused strategies are currently missing from the climate plans of over 70% of countries.
16:04
16:04

LOP Faces Heat as DP, FDC Call Off Plenary Boycotts 1 3

On October 19th, 2023, Mathias Mpuuga, the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament led a group of legislators to walk out of plenary demanding a detailed government report on repeated gross human rights abuses meted against supporters and leaders of the National Unity Platform– NUP party.
14:14
14:14

Citizens Support Compensating Low-income Countries Affected By Climate Change-Survey Loss and damage 1

Most respondents from the European Union, the United States, China and Japan believe their countries should compensate developing nations for climate change impacts.
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17:18

A Sneak Peek at the East African Crude Oil Project Details #StopEACOP 3 1 Top story

The Petroleum Authority and the developer reveal how Artificial intelligence and Satellite Technology will minimize human intrusion, and environmental damage, and ensure real-time monitoring of the entire pipeline.
16:59
16:59

Kyagulanyi Asks Supporters Not to Misuse Social Media 3 1

Speaking on Friday at the new party headquarters at Makerere Kavule in Kampala, Kyagulanyi, said social media has democratized the freedom of speech however many have misused it by insulting other people they don’t agree with hence tarnishing the party’s image.
19:19
19:19

No New Oil Project Shoud Be Developed, Urge Researchers oil and gas 3 1 Top story

The call comes as world leaders and environmental activists prepare to travel for the UN Climate Change Conference(COP) to be held in Dubai at the end of this month.
17:44
17:44

A Glimpse into Uganda’s Energy Transition Strategy (Part Two) the just transition 1 Top story

Uganda has vehemently refused to abandon its oil and gas projects. The government of Uganda sees oil development as a way to diversify energy supplies and improve energy security by cutting reliance on oil imports.
15:04
15:04

Chinese Envoy Asked to Back Africa’s Push for Permanent Seats at UN Security Council African Union - AU 1 3

Tayebwa stressed that the unrepresentative nature of the Council came into play during the Libyan conflict in 2011, where he observed that the UN Security Council approved the bombardment of the North African country without the input of Africa.
10:33
10:33

The oil and gas industry faces a moment of truth – IEA Report 1

Producers must choose between contributing to a deepening climate crisis or becoming part of the solution by embracing the shift to clean energy, IEA special report says
17:32
17:32

A Glimpse Into Uganda’s Energy Transition Strategy (Part One) COP28 Dubai 1 Top story

Uganda is seeking to accelerate its efforts to reach universal access to clean energy. Today only 57% of Uganda’s population has access to some sort of clean energy or electricity.
17:08
17:08

Majority of Ugandan Still Complain About Access to Water Twaweza East Africa 1

The survey found that households in Greater Kampala are ten or more times more likely than those in northern Uganda to have access to piped water
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